Key Takeaways — Rhinitis & Ayurveda
Rhinitis is Pratishyaya in Ayurveda — a Kapha disorder
Nasya is the most effective Ayurvedic treatment for rhinitis
Avoid known allergens to prevent allergic rhinitis
Steam inhalation with herbs provides immediate relief
Strengthening immunity prevents recurrent rhinitis attacks
Understanding Rhinitis in Ayurveda
Symptoms of Rhinitis
Nasal congestion and stuffiness
Runny nose with clear or coloured discharge
Frequent sneezing episodes
Itching in nose, eyes or throat
Loss of smell (anosmia)
Post-nasal drip causing throat irritation
Fatigue and headache from nasal congestion
Ayurvedic Causative Factors (Nidana)
- Kapha and Vata dosha aggravation
- Allergic reaction to pollen, dust or pet dander
- Viral infections causing acute rhinitis
- Cold and damp weather aggravating Kapha
- Deviated nasal septum
- Hormonal changes during pregnancy
- Certain medications like NSAIDs
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Diet & Lifestyle (Pathya-Apathya)
✓ Beneficial (Pathya)
- Warm ginger, turmeric and pepper herbal teas
- Honey and warm water to reduce Kapha
- Steam inhalation with eucalyptus oil
- Pungent and light foods to clear nasal passages
- Amla for immune strengthening
✗ To Avoid (Apathya)
- Cold and refrigerated foods and beverages
- Dairy products that increase Kapha and mucus
- Sweet and heavy foods
- Exposure to known allergens
- Cold and damp environments