Breath of Relief: Ancient Remedies for Modern Ailments
- Yasmin Pradhan
- Mar 20, 2024
- 3 min read
Updated: Mar 21, 2024

Although many people opt for modern medicine, the traditional therapeutic approaches of acupuncture and pranayama among other branches of holistic medicine still are an astonishing benefit in most common diseases. They are more effective because they are natural remedies that are used to combat headaches, nasal blockage as well as congestion and instead of targeting the body’s wellness by using chemicals they are trying to give a more gentle and pleasant appearance to wellness.
Acupressure: Ancient Chinese medicine stands out among the most antique therapies, which were supposed to be first used many thousands of years ago. It is accurately the pressure points which are crucial points for the body's power maintenance and balance, and acupuncture stimulates them. Thus, it has a therapeutic effect across a range of health issues, such as headaches, nasal congestion and others.
To ease a headache, just press firmly on LIV-4 (between the band and the first knuckle), and it will calm down and relax. One of the truth is that applying this method through pushing on the skull base near the back of the neck which is GB-20 or Naa Tao may help ease headache and neck pain.
Pranayama: Breath is the essence of life. We live by replacing old breaths with new ones. The breath, also known as Pranayama, is one of the vital components of the yoga practice, i.e., it is about controlling breath and thereby managing the energy supply in the whole body. With different breathing techniques pranayama, it can produce inner peace in addition to less stress and reduce the symptoms of most common diseases.
Practising alternate nostril breathing or Nadi Shodhana also has been identified as significant to clean nasal passages and that in turn improves airflow. In this schema, the breathing is done through alternate inhaling in one and then other nostrils to keep the body’s energy steady and blockage of imbalanced streams of information.
Some basic Acupressure points to relieve common ailments
Aromatherapy: Aromatherapy is a therapeutic manner of application using essential oils to relieve stress, and tension, and stimulate the body systems. Among the oils, Which are known for their soothing properties lavender can help in the relief of headaches by lessening tension and promoting relaxation. Aalong oil is famous for its menthol which is cooling and relieving, that is why it may be used for both headache and sinus congestion. Breathing these perfumed oils can activate the limbic system which is a part of the brain permeating in emotions, memory and arousal. This subsequently favours mood and initiates the relaxation process.
Herbal Remedies: Nature has been instrumental in creating a vibrant herbaceous houseplant pharmacopoeia where herbs from which many remedies have been made for centuries perform different application functions. Ginger, the one that has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties can diminish headache and migraine pain very well. Turmeric, which is well-known for its strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, and as a coping mechanism in specific conditions such as arthritis and sinusitis could alleviate pain and inflammation. Eucalyptus, with having decongestant and expectorant action, can reprieve sinus and nasal congestion. A lot of healing power can be derived from those herbs to make teas, tinctures or topical applications for the sake of natural and gentle relief from ordinary illnesses without adverse drugs’ side effects.
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One of the best ways to restore your body's energy balance, as well as to improve your overall immunity, is to use a combination of these quick and natural methods in your lifestyle. In this case, you will turn on your body’s self-healing power, and as a result, you will live better and be healthier. It's necessary to try different activities and discover what suits you, while at the same time being aware that small alterations can cause you to make great progress in the end.
















