I am doing nasya at home with anu taila but it irritating my food pipe and severe acidity - #20269

How many drops each nostril you are using?

It seems like you have been advised nasya with anu taila for managing headaches, but experiencing irritation in the food pipe and acidity. This might happen if the oil accidentally drips down into the throat rather than staying in the nasal passage. Before considering a switch to another oil like jyotishmati, try making some adjustments to your current practice to ease the discomfort. First, ensure proper positioning during nasya. Lie down comfortably with a pillow supporting your neck so that the head is slightly tilted back, but not too much to avoid oil dripping into throat. After administering the oil, stay in this position for a few minutes to let the oil absorb into nasal membranes. Additionally, perform nasya preferably on an empty stomach or at least a couple of hours after a meal. Early morning could be a good time, or if not possible, at least 3 hours post-eating. Follow it with a glass of warm water to ease any irritation - it may help balance vata dosha, which could be contributing to your headaches and dizziness. If irritation persists, consider stopping the anu taila temporarily to see if symptoms subside. You may consult your doctor before switching to jyotishmati oil. Switching oils could help, but make sure it’s suitable for your specific dosha dominance and isn’t contraindicated for your condition. Meanwhile, incorporate dietary changes to manage acidity. Avoid spicy, oily, and processed foods which can aggravate pitta and result in acidity. Sipping warm herbal teas like ginger or mint can be soothing. Practicing deep breathing exercises or gentle yoga may alleviate stress, which sometimes exacerbates acidity and headaches. Remember, persistent symptoms might need personalized advice from a healthcare professional.