March 23rd, 2007 | admin

Kashaya vasti or decoction basti is an Ayurvedic therapeutic method, which includes cleansing of colon with the administration of honey, medicated oil and an appropriate decoction (kashaya, kashayam). It aims are removing malas (accumulated digestive wastes) and nourishes and strengthens the dhatus. It also strengthens the body tissues and enhances the immune system of human body.

Diseases caused due to the action of vata are treated this way. A physician chooses the oils and medicines according to the stage of the disease and according to the physical conditions of the person.