• Named after ‘Lord Dhanwantari’, the deity of Ayurveda, this rich, gold-tinted oil is a versatile combination of herbal drugs in a nourishing base of sesame oil.
• Abhyanga or ‘oil massage’ is an important part of the Dinacharya (Daily routine) prescribed by Ayurvedic literature.
• Scriptures suggest the use of suitable oils massaged in the direction of hair growth and around joints, to pacify aggravated doshas and maintain balance.
• Dhanwantaram taila is an essential part of the prenatal and post-natal regimen.
• Massage during pregnancy with the taila helps to strengthen the muscles and makes them strong enough to hold the fetus, which later helps in facilitating childbirth.
• This popular taila is the perfect choice for the body ravaged by vata-kapha elements in combination, showing signs and symptoms like overall dryness, aches and pain, and loss of mobility.
• Kashaya of Dasamoola and Bala (Sida cordifolia), prime anti-inflammatory drugs, are used in intensifying the taila.
• Dhanwantaram taila is indicated in pathologies of Vata-Kapha origin characterised by improper functioning of the Central and Peripheral Nervous sytem.
• It is extensively used in supporting the treatment of neurological disorders like neuritis, neuralgia, paralysis, facial palsy etc.; chronic rheumatic conditions like osteoarthritis, cervical spondylitis, spondylosis, sciatica etc
• A gentle and soothing massage during pregnancy with Dhanwantharam Thailam provides relief from problems like skin dryness, itchiness, pain, and tiredness.
• It also promotes easy labour.

 Benefits:

• Strengthens joints and muscles
• It can be used to strengthen muscles during pregnancy and after child birth
• Improves nerve function
• Relieves skin dryness, itching and pain