How Cooling Oils Help With Stress and Mental Relaxation
Introduction Stress and mental fatigue have become common experiences in modern life. Long working hours, constant digital exposure, irregular sleep, and environmental heat all contribute to a sense of restlessness and mental overload. Across cultures, people have developed simple, non-invasive practices to manage these pressures. In India, one such long-standing practice is the use of cooling oils as part of daily or seasonal self-care. Rooted in Ayurvedic wellness traditions, cooling oils are valued not as quick fixes but as gentle supports for calming the mind and body through regular use. The Ayurvedic View of Stress and Heat Ayurveda approaches stress differently from modern psychological models. Mental agitation is often linked to an excess of internal heat and imbalance in the Pitta dosha, which governs metabolism, temperature, and intensity—both physical and mental. When Pitta becomes aggravated, it may manifest as irritability, overthinking, headaches, or difficulty relax...