For anxiety, overthinking, and fear, Ayurveda emphasizes balancing the mind through techniques that calm the Vata dosha and nourish the nervous system. Panchakarma, particularly Shirodhara or Abhyanga, could be very effective for these concerns.
Shirodhara involves gently pouring warm oil over the forehead, particularly over the ‘Ajna Chakra’ or third eye area, which helps in calming the mind and harmonizing the nervous system. This therapy is best done for a duration of about 30 to 45 minutes daily or every other day for a span of 7 to 14 days. It promotes deep relaxation and has a positive impact on mental clarity and emotional stability.
Abhyanga is a full body oil massage using warm, herbalized oils. This can be done daily, in the morning before bath or shower. Using oils like sesame or almond infused with calming herbs such as ashwagandha or jatamansi can support the nervous system and reduce anxiety levels. It should be performed for 15-30 minutes with gentle but firm strokes, completing with a warm bath.
Since you are already on Brahmi ghritam and Manasamitra vatakam, it’s crucial to continue these under guidance, as they nourish the mind and help in mental disorders. Ensure that your schedule includes a regular sleep pattern, ideally sleeping by 10 PM and waking up with the rising sun.
Diet plays an essential role, preferably have warm, cooked foods with moderate spices to aid digestion and balance Vata. Avoid stimulants like caffeine, excessive raw foods, and cold beverages. Practice deep, nasal breathing exercises or Pranayama for at least 10 minutes twice a day. Nadi Shodhana, or alternate nostril breathing, might be specially beneficial. Meditation, even just 5-10 minutes daily can also pacify a restless mind.
Remember to avoid delay in seeking regular check-ins with an Ayurvedic practitioner to tailor the treatments as your progress. If symptoms worsen, kindly consult for an urgent check-up.
SHIRODHARA will give you desired results. Don’t worry.
Hi Bhim continue the medication Along with that You can Undergo
1.Shirodhara [with ksheerabala taila] which will effectively helps to make your mind calm . For this please do visit a nearby Ayurvedic treatment center.
2.Thalam - This is a special Ayurvedic treatment method ,which is very popular in Kerala in which we are applying some medicine/oil bregma /vertex of head for 10-20min Here for your condition you can do this from your home itself *Ksheerabala taila (1tsp) + Kachuradi churnam (1tsp) - Mix it and make it as a thick paste apply over the bregma/vertex area of head ,in evening for 10-20min then you can remove it or wipe it off.
**Please do practice PRANAYAMA/DEEP BREATHING regularly
you can undergo below mentioned therapies for your complaint along with ongoing internal medicines 1. Shiro abhyanga with Brahmi tailam or ksheerabala tailam 2. Shiro Dhara with ksheera Bala tailam and dhanwantara tailam 3. Padaabhyangam with ksheerabala tailam additionally , you can practice meditation and pranayama especially alternate nostril breathing, bhramari, Sheetali pranayama, deep breathing. do this daily and soon you will get relief from your complaint.
Medha vati- Ashwagandha capsule- 1 tab twice daily after food with warm milk Saraswathi aristha- 4 tsp with equal quantity of water twice daily after food
HELLO BHIM SHANKAR,
Your symptoms - anxiety, , fear, and overthinking
Understanding your symptoms in Ayurvedic view
ANXIETY, FEAR, PANIC= vata dosha imbalance in the mind and nervous system
OVERTHINKING, RESTLESSNESS= aggravated prana vata, a subdosha of vata
LONG STANDING FEAR SINCE= suggests a manasika dosha(mental constitution) that is rajasika, sensitive, and unstable under stress
Vata is dry,light,cold,mobile and irregular. When increased due to stress, irregular lifestyle, lack of sleep, improper diet , vata moves uncontrollably in the nervous system, creating -chanchalatva(restlessness) -bhrama(confusion) -udvega(anxiety) -bhaya(fear) Hence ayurvedic treatment aims to ground,warm,nourish and stabilize vata
INTERNAL MEDICINE
1) SUMENTA TABLET (charak pharma)- 2 tabs twice daily after food =Anti anxiety, anti depressant, reduces restlessness
2) UNMADVATI(baidyanath brand)- 1 tab at night with milk = Chronic anxiety, insomnia, irritability and psychogenic restlessness
3) SMRITI SAGAR RAS- 1 tab in morning = Memory loss, anxiety, brain fog
4) JATAMANSI CHURNA- 1 gm at night with milk or honey
5) KALYANAK GHRITA- 1 tspp in warm milk on empty stomach = Improves nerve conduction, cognitive stability, relieves mental fatigue
DIET FOR ANXIETY,FEAR, OVERTHINKING
GRAINS= rice, oats, quinoa , moong dal khichdi - easy to digest and grounding
FATS= Cow ghee, sesame oil and soaked nuts- nourishes brain and nerves
FRUITS= bananas , apples, berries, stewed apples - sweet taste calm vata
VEGETABLES= carrot , pumpkin, beet, sweet potato- warm and cooked balances vata
HERBS AND SPICES= cumin , coriander, fennel , turmeric, ginger- aids digestion reduces dryness
PROTEINS= Mung beans, lentils, panner- nourishment and muscle tone
DAIRY = warms cow milk with nutmeg and ghee- enhance mental vitality
AVOID -cold food and drink -carbonated drinks caffeine energy drinks -dry foods like popcorn and crackers -sour curd at night -processed or junk food -skipping meals or fasting
HOME REMEDIES FOR PROPER SLEEP
1) NUTMEG + warm milk at night -1 pinch of nutmeg in 1 glass warm cow milk -calms racing thoughts and promotes deep sleep
2) TULSI - BRAHMI HERBAL TEA -boil 1 cup of water 3 tulsi leaves 1/2 tsp Brahmi powder A pinch of fennel Let it simmer drink warm twicely
3) EPSOM SALT BATH or WARM FOOT SOAK -soak feet in warm water + Epsom salt + some drops of lavender oil
4) NASYA- sesame oil -Instill 2 drops of sesame oil in each nostril daily morning empty stomach = releives vata mental fog panic and overthinking
ADVISED PANCHAKARMA WHICH IS BEST FOR YOU IS
-SHIRODHARA= WITH brahmi and ksheerbala taila every alternate days
-SHIROTALAM= best and very effective
-WHOLE BODY MASSAGE AND STEAM ALL OVER BODY
- PADABHYANGA(foot massage)= daily with ghee at night
- TALAPOTHICHIL
YOGA ASANA DAILY
-balasana -viparita karani -paschimmottanasana -supta baddha konasana -marjariasana -shavasana
PRANAYAM -nadi sodhana -bhramari -ujjayi
MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL - Mantra chanting - avoid multitasking - digital detox
DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Continue manasmitra vatikam as before Do Nasya with Brahmi grith 2 drops in both nostril twice daily Shirodhara with kshirbala oil Light head massage with Brahmi oil twice weekly keep overnight and wash in the morning. Brahmi vati 1-0-1 after food with water Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with warm milk. Do pranayam lom -vilom bhastrika bhamri 5-10mins twice daily. Learn Rajyoga meditation and practice daily. Follow up after 45 days.
HELLO BHIM SHANKAR, 'You’re 35, diabetic, and suffering from anxiety, overthinking, and fear for the past 6 months. You’ve already started taking Brahmi Ghritam and Manasamitra Vatakam, which is a good step but since the condition is chronic and disturbing your daily peace, now your body and nervous system need a deeper reset.
What you’re going through is due to disturbed Prana Vata the Vata that governs your mind, breath, and thoughts. When Prana Vata becomes imbalanced, it causes looping thoughts, chest heaviness, fear without reason, and mental restlessness. Diabetes increases Vata dryness in the nervous system, making this worse.We will now work on calming the brain and nerves directly through Panchakarma therapy + Rasayana support without disturbing your blood sugar.
Best Panchakarma Therapies (You can do them as a 7–14 day course):
Shirodhara – Medicated oil like Brahmi Taila or Ksheerabala Taila poured in a gentle stream on your forehead (Improves sleep, settles thoughts, reduces fear and mental restlessness) Nasya Karma – Nasal drops of Anu Taila or Shadbindu Taila (2 drops in each nostril daily after steam) (Cleanses brain channels and resets Prana Vata) Abhyanga + Bashpa Swedana – Whole body massage with Ashwagandha Bala Taila followed by mild herbal steam (Grounds the nervous system and improves circulation) Matra Basti (safe in diabetes) – 60 ml of Kshirabala Taila or Ashwagandha Taila given rectally for 5–7 days (Directly pacifies Vata in the colon — the seat of fear and anxiety)
Internal Medicines (continue for 6 weeks):
Brahmi Ghritam – 1 tsp in the morning with warm water or warm milk Manasamitra Vatakam – 1 tablet at bedtime Ashwagandha Churna – ½ tsp with warm milk or water at night Jatamansi Churna – ¼ tsp in the evening with warm water if overthinking is worse at night
Pathya (What to Eat & Do):
Warm, soft food with 1 tsp ghee in every meal Soaked almonds (5) + raisins (7) + 2 dates every morning Use cinnamon, jeera, ajwain, and turmeric in food Daily walk in sunlight + 15 mins of Bhramari pranayama in the morning Drink warm water only, avoid cold foods Maintain fixed daily routine and avoid multitasking
Apathya (Strictly Avoid):
Tea/coffee on empty stomach Sugar, bakery food, processed snacks Cold drinks, curd, fridge water Day sleep and late-night sleep Mobile use after 9 PM Suppressing emotions or staying silent when stressed
Investigations (if not done in 3–6 months):
HbA1c TSH Vitamin B12 Vitamin D3 CBC Serum Cortisol (if anxiety is intense)
This condition is reversible with consistent Panchakarma, Rasayana, and mind-digestive reset. You’ll feel emotionally steady and confident again.
If you have any doubts, you can contact me. Take care, Regards, Dr. Karthika
HELLO BHIM SHANKAR,
For managing anxiety, overthinking and fear through Ayurveda, especially with a background of diabetes , a careful approach is necessary.
you’re already taking brahmi ghritam and manasmitra vatakam which is good
BEST PANCHAKARMA THERAPIES FOR ANXIETY, OVERTHINKING, AND FEAR these therapies help pacify vata dosha, which is usually aggravated in mental disorders like anxiety, and fear
1) shirodhara -best choice for anxiety , fear and racing thoughts - warm herbal oil like chandanabala lakshadi oil is poured continuously on the forehead -BENEFITS= calms nervous system, improves sleep, balances vata and pitta
2) FULL BODY OIL MASSAGE + HERBAL STEAM -uses calming oil like bala oil or ksheerbala oil =reduces vata, relieves muscle tension, improves circulation
3) NASYA-nasal administration of medicated oils -useful for calming the mind nd treating mental disturbances -oils like shadbindutaila is used =helps directly stimulate the brain centres through nasal nerves
4) BASTI(medicated enema)-especially Niruha and Anuvasana basti - very effective In chronic vata imbalance -use medicated decoction and oils like dashmoola kwatha, bala taila =helps in mental clarity and overall vata pacification
NOTE= this all procedures should be done under ayurvedic supervision
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
you’re already using -BRAHMI GHRITA= improves memory, calms the mind
-MANASAMITRA VATAKAM= excellent for anxiety and fear
ADD
1) ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULES= 500mg twice daily with warm milk =adaptogenic, reduces cortisol, good for diabetes too
2) JATAMANSI CHURNA= 1 tsp with milk at night =sedative and calming, especially good for fear and restlessness
3) TAGARA CAPSULES= 1 cap at night =excellent nervine tonic
DIET AND LIFESTYLE GUIDANCE
AVOID= cold, dry, raw foods. avoid stimulants like caffeine, excessive sugar
INCULDE= warm, oily, grounding foods like ghee, warm milk with nutmeg
Favour Vata-pacifying diet=root vegetables, stews, whole grains, ghee
Practice oil massage at home with sesame oil
Sleep= maintain a regular routine, avoid screens at night
YOGA AND MINDFULLNESS
PRANAYAM -nadi sodhana -bhramari
YOGA ASANA -child’s pose -shavasana - viparita karani
Meditation with brahmi oil on head can deeply relax the mind
Healing the mind in Ayurveda is not just about symptom relief- it’s about restoring harmony between body, mind, and soul . be patient, consistent, and kind to yourself
Trust the process. Vata disorders heal with warmth, stability, and inner stillness
THANK YOU
DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA
