Did you know that not getting enough fat also can cause health problems? Signs of insufficient fat intake include hair loss, insomnia, arthritis, anxiety, forgetfulness, weak bones, and menstrual disorders.
Rather than being paranoid about fat intake, it is more beneficial to eat healthy fats that provide nourishment to the nerves, vital organs, and bones. Healthy fats come from whole foods such as sesame seeds, whole milk, and avocados. Sautéing vegetables in ghee is an excellent way to get healthy fat into the body and add wonderful flavor to a meal.
In Ayurveda we recommend regular oil massage to deliver oil through the skin deep into the tissues. Different oils are used for each dosha and dosha-balancing herbs are frequently added to the oil. Sesame oil is typically used for Vata skin, coconut for Pitta, and Sunflower for Kapha. Massaging herbal oil into the skin delivers beneficial nutrients all the way into the nerves. Rubbing oil on the feet at bedtime is a wonderful way to calm the nervous system and aid restful sleep.