Snehapana can indeed bring along some side effects, but don’t worry, they’re usually manageable with the right approach. You mentioned nausea or a heavy feeling from the ghee, and yes, that’s pretty common because of the rich nature of ghee or oil used. Usually, this feeling is temporary; sipping on warm water throughout the day can help ease that heaviness a bit. Taking the medicated ghee on an empty stomach first thing in the morning can also help it absorb better, but hey, I get that not everyone’s stomach is the same in the morning, right?
Digestive issues like diarrhea or bloating are signs that your agni, or digestive fire, might be struggling with the richness. Warm water, ginger tea, or mint – known for its soothing properties – can be really helpful here. Give it a day or two to settle down. And if not, definitely reach out to your practitioner; they might need to tweak your dosha-specific plan or adjust the dosage.
During Snehapana, feeling tired or lazy isn’t unusual. Your body’s doing some heavy detox work, so, scaling back on your usual workout and catching a good amount of sleep could be a smart move. Your body’s gonna need that rest to recover and regenerate.
As for that oily skin and greasy mouth feeling, it can happen if the dosage isn’t quite right for your personal constitution. It’s like your body’s saying, “too much ghee, thanks!” Cutting back a bit and maybe incorporating more astringent foods like pomegranate and some gentle exercise can help restore balance.
I’ve had patients go through Snehapana, some love it, swear by the detox benefits, and others need a bit more fine-tuning. Whatever your path, get lots of professional guidance, keep them in the loop about how you’re feeling!
