සිංහල දුහුදු තෙල්

In Sinhala traditional medicine, Duhudu oil (දුහුදු තෙල්) is often used for nerve-related conditions like sciatica, due to its strong warming, anti-inflammatory, and pain-relieving properties. Duhudu is a local name often associated with Celastrus paniculatus in folk usage, but in this context, it typically refers to a strong herbal oil preparation used for musculoskeletal and nerve pain relief.

Here’s how Duhudu oil is used for sciatica in Sinhala medicine:

🔸 Ingredients (traditional base)   Duhudu oil may contain a combination of the following:                        

 Duhudu seeds oil

Sesame oil (Tala Thel) – base oil

Garlic (Sudu Lunu) – for heating and circulation

Asamodagam (Ajwain) or other warming herbs

Sometimes Venivel (Coscinium fenestratum) or Aralu/Bulu/Nelli extracts are added

🔸 How to Use for Sciatica:

1. External Application (පිටතෙන් වැලඳීම):

Warm the Duhudu oil gently (lukewarm, not hot).

Apply it to the lower back, buttocks, and the entire length of the affected leg, especially following the path of the sciatic nerve.

Massage deeply but gently, for 15–20 minutes, ideally in the morning and evening.

After massaging, you can:

Cover with a warm cloth or heat pad to improve absorption.

Take a hot herbal steam bath (if available) to relax the muscles.

2. Duration:

Use daily for at least 2–3 weeks for chronic sciatica.

Can be continued for up to 40 days (traditional beheth kalaya) under supervision.

🔸 Additional Internal Remedies (optional, under Veda advice):

In Sinhala medicine, Duhudu oil massage is often combined with internal use of:

Polpala decoction (Aerva lanata) – to cleanse the urinary tract and reduce inflammation

Gokatu / Gokshura powder – for nerve and muscle support

Mild laxatives (like triphala or nelli powder) to reduce body heat and toxins

⚠️ Precautions:

Avoid exposure to cold wind or cold water after application.

Not recommended for people with excess body heat, ulcers, or skin allergies unless supervised.

Pregnant women should consult a qualified Ayurvedic/Sinhala doctor before use.

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Absolutely! Here's a traditional home-preparation method for making Duhudu oil (දුහුදු තෙල්) for sciatica relief, using commonly available Sri Lankan ingredients. This recipe follows the principles of Sinhala deshiya vedakama (සිංහල දේශීය වෙදකම).

🧴 Traditional Duhudu Oil Recipe for Sciatica

(දුහුදු තෙල් සම්ප්‍රදායික සූත්‍රය සයටිකා සදහා)

✅ Ingredients (local Sinhala names included):

Ingredient Quantity Sinhala Name

Duhudu seeds –  (Celastrus paniculatus) 2 tbsp දුහුදු

Garlic cloves 5–6 large සුදු ලුණු

Ajwain seeds (Optional but good) 1 tbsp අසමෝදගම්

Ginger (fresh, grated) 1 tbsp ඉඟුරු

Turmeric powder ½ tsp කහ

Sesame oil (cold-pressed preferred) 200 ml තල තෙල්

Fenugreek seeds (optional) 1 tsp උලුහුළු

Small onion or shallots (optional) 1–2 රතු ලුණු

🔥 Preparation Method:

Crush or grind the duhudu seeds coarsely using a stone grinder or mortar & pestle.

Peel and lightly crush the garlic and ginger.

Heat the sesame oil in a clay pot or heavy-bottomed pan on low flame.

Add:

Garlic

Ginger

Duhudu (Celastrus paniculatus)

Ajwain

Fenugreek (if using)

Onion (if using)

Turmeric

Let the ingredients fry gently on low heat for 8–10 minutes until the mixture becomes fragrant and the garlic turns golden.

Turn off the heat and let it cool naturally.

Strain the oil using a muslin cloth or fine strainer.

Store in a dark glass bottle or ceramic pot.

💆 How to Use:

Warm slightly before use.

Massage into the lower back, hip, and legs along the sciatic nerve.

Best used twice daily – morning and before bedtime.

For enhanced effect, follow with a steam bath or apply a warm towel.

📝 Notes:

This oil can last 2–3 months if stored in a cool, dry place.

The combination of garlic, duhudu, and ajwain helps with nerve pain, stiffness, and inflammation.

For Vata-type sciatica (dry, aching pain), this oil is especially effective.

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Here is the Sinhala translation of the traditional Duhudu oil recipe for sciatica, followed by a version adapted for elderly and diabetic patients with milder heating properties.

🧴 දුහුදු තෙල් සම්ප්‍රදායික සූත්‍රය (sciatica සඳහා)

✅ අවශ්‍ය ද්‍රව්‍ය:

ද්‍රව්‍යය ප්‍රමාණය

දුහුදු බීජ (Celastrus paniculatus) ටේබල් හැඳි 2ක්

සුදු ලුණු 5–6 පල්ලිය

අසමෝදගම් (විකල්ප) ටේබල් හැඳි 1ක්

ඉඟුරු ටේබල් හැඳි 1ක්

කහ කුඩු තේ හැඳි ½ක්

තල තෙල් (සීතෝත්පාදිත/පාරම්පරික) මිලිලීටර් 200ක්

උළුහාල් (විකල්ප) තේ හැඳි 1ක්

රතු ලුණු / Shallots (විකල්ප) 1–2

🔥 සකස් කිරීමේ ක්‍රමය:

ගල් ඇඹරුම් යන්ත්‍රයක්, වංගෙඩියක් හෝ බ්ලෙන්ඩරයක් භාවිතයෙන් දුහුදු බීජ රළු ලෙස පොඩි කරන්න හෝ අඹරන්න.

සුදුළූණු සහ ඉඟුරු පොතු ඉවත් කර සැහැල්ලුවෙන් පොඩි කරන්න.

මැටි බඳුනක හෝ බර පතුලක් සහිත පෑන් එකක තල තෙල් අඩු ගින්න මත රත් කරන්න.

එකතු කරන්න:

සුදුළූණු

ඉඟුරු

දුහුදු (සෙලාස්ට්‍රස් පැනිකුලටස්)

අසමෝදගම් අජ්වයින්

උලුහාල් (භාවිතා කරන්නේ නම්)

ළූණු (භාවිතා කරන්නේ නම්)

කහ

මිශ්‍රණය සුවඳවත් වී සුදුළූණු රන්වන් පැහැයට හැරෙන තුරු අමුද්‍රව්‍ය අඩු ගින්දරේ විනාඩි 8-10ක් මෘදු ලෙස තෙල රත් වීමට ඉඩ දෙන්න.

ගින්දර නිවා දමා ස්වභාවිකව සිසිල් වීමට ඉඩ දෙන්න.

මස්ලින් රෙද්දක් හෝ සිහින් පෙරනයක් භාවිතයෙන් තෙල් පෙරා ගන්න.

අඳුරු වීදුරු බෝතලයක හෝ සෙරමික් බඳුනක ගබඩා කරන්න.

💆 භාවිතා කරන ආකාරය:

භාවිතයට පෙර තරමක් උණුසුම් කරන්න.

සයිටික් ස්නායුව දිගේ පහළ පිටුපස, උකුල සහ කකුල් වලට සම්බාහනය කරන්න.

දිනකට දෙවරක් භාවිතා කිරීම වඩාත් සුදුසුය - උදෑසන සහ නින්දට පෙර.

වැඩි දියුණු කළ බලපෑම සඳහා, වාෂ්ප ස්නානයකින් හෝ උණුසුම් තුවායක් යොදන්න. 

In Sinhala traditional medicine, Celastrus paniculatus oil (commonly known as දුහුදු තෙල් – Duhudu Thel) is considered highly effective for neurological conditions, including epilepsy (මුරදොෂය / muradoshaya). The oil is revered for its ability to strengthen the brain and nervous system, reduce seizure frequency, and improve memory and clarity of mind.

⚕️ Traditional Sinhala Medicine Use of Duhudu Oil for Epilepsy:

1. Oral Use (Internal Therapy – පානය කිරීම)

Dosage:

Adults: 5–10 drops (start with 5 drops)

Children: 2–3 drops (only under supervision of a traditional practitioner)

How to Take:

Mix with a teaspoon of cow's milk, bee's honey, or a decoction of Gotukola (Centella asiatica).

Take early morning on an empty stomach or at bedtime.

Frequency: Once daily or twice daily for chronic epilepsy.

🔍 Traditional practitioners may gradually increase the dose based on the patient's tolerance and response. Regular use for 40–60 days is common in long-term treatment.

2. External Application (Abhyanga – තෙල් තැබීම)

Where to Apply:

Head (scalp massage) – especially over the crown and temples

Spine and soles of feet

Method:

Warm a small amount of oil (not hot) and gently massage in circular motions.

Leave for 1–2 hours or overnight; then wash off with herbal shampoo or warm water.

Frequency: Daily or on alternate days for several weeks.

3. Nasya (Nasal Therapy – නස්‍යය)

Note: This is a more advanced technique and should only be done under guidance of an Ayurvedic or Deshiya Veda practitioner.

Method:

1–2 drops of lukewarm oil are instilled into each nostril.

Helps calm brain activity and regulate nervous imbalances.

Frequency: 2–3 times per week (under professional supervision)

🛑 Important Notes:

Not advised for use during active seizures; better as a preventive/supportive therapy.

Should not be used in pregnancy, and caution is advised in very young children.

Should be combined with dietary control, stress reduction, and other herbal decoctions like:

Gotukola (Centella asiatica)

Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri)

Aswagandha (Withania somnifera)

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n Sinhala traditional medicine, Duhudu Thel (දුහුදු තෙල්)—the oil extracted from Celastrus paniculatus seeds—is considered a potent herbal remedy for various skin disorders, including Vitiligo (නිවරණ රෝගය / නෙරවුම), due to its ability to stimulate pigmentation and improve nerve function. Here's how it's traditionally used for Vitiligo:

✅ Sinhala Medicine Use of Duhudu Oil for Vitiligo (නෙරවුම):

🪔 External Application (පිටතින් තැබීම):

1. Oil Warming (තෙල් තාපනය):
   
   

   • Slightly warm duhudu oil over a hot water bath or low flame (do not overheat).
     
     

2. Application (තෙල් තැබීම):
   
   

   • Apply the warm oil gently on the depigmented (white) patches of the skin.
     
     

   • Rub in circular motions for about 5–10 minutes, allowing it to absorb into the skin.
     
     

   • Leave it on for at least 1 hour or overnight.
     
     

   • Wash off with herbal soap or lukewarm water.
     
     

3. Frequency:
   
   

   • Apply twice daily (morning and evening), consistently for 3–6 months.
     
     

4. Optional Additions (බලවත් කිරීම):
   Traditional Sinhala practitioners may mix duhudu oil with:
   
   

   • Kaha (Turmeric powder) – to boost anti-inflammatory effect.
     
     

   • Nelli powder (Phyllanthus emblica) – for rejuvenation.
     
     

   • Kohomba leaf juice (Neem) – if there is any secondary infection or inflammation.
     
     

🍵 Internal Use (අභ්‍යන්තරව භාවිතය):

Only under supervision of an Ayurveda/Sinhala doctor – not advised casually due to potency.

• Dosage: 5–10 drops of duhudu oil in lukewarm water or honey, once daily on an empty stomach.
  
  

• Purpose: Improves nerve strength, stimulates melanocyte activity, and reduces vatika imbalances (which are believed to contribute to vitiligo in Sinhala/Deshiya medicine).
  
  

🥣 Diet & Lifestyle (ආහාරය සහ ජීවිත ශෛලිය):

• Avoid sour foods like yogurt, tamarind, and pickles.
  
  

• Eat more green leafy vegetables, black sesame, and Gotukola (Centella asiatica).
  
  

• Avoid exposure to strong sunlight immediately after applying oil.
  
  

• Use protective herbal skin packs like:
  
  

  • Maduruthala + turmeric paste
    
    

  • Mee (Madhucca indica) bark decoction as a skin wash
    
    

⚠️ Precautions:

• Always do a patch test before starting full application.
  
  

• Internal use should be guided by a qualified practitioner.
  
  

• Not to be used on broken skin or if signs of allergy appear.
  
  

• Avoid during pregnancy or by children under 10 without medical advice.
  
  

In Sinhala traditional medicine, Duhudu Thel (දුහුදු තෙල්) — made from the seeds of Celastrus paniculatus — is valued for its ability to stimulate the nervous system, improve metabolism, and support overall organ function. Though not a primary herb for diabetes, it is traditionally used as part of a broader treatment strategy to help manage diabetes mellitus (Madhumeha or සීනි රෝගය).

🪔 Traditional Sinhala Medicine Use of Duhudu Oil for Diabetes:

✅ Main Actions (According to Traditional Beliefs):

• Improves memory and mental clarity — useful for diabetic neuropathy or brain fog
  
  

• Mildly reduces sugar cravings and increases digestive fire (Agni)
  
  

• Supports pancreatic health and nerve function
  
  

• Stimulates liver function and metabolism
  
  

📜 Internal Use (Oral):

⚠️ Internal use should only be done under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic or Sinhala medicine practitioner.

💧 Dosage (for adults):

• 2 to 5 drops of Duhudu oil mixed with:
  
  

  • 1 teaspoon bee’s honey, or
    
    

  • ½ teaspoon of warm water
    
    

🕰️ Timing:

• Once daily in the morning on an empty stomach
  
  

• OR twice daily (morning and night), depending on patient’s constitution (dosha) and sugar level
  
  

🛀 External Use (Abhyanga / Oil Massage):

🖐️ How to apply:

• Warm a few teaspoons of Duhudu oil
  
  

• Gently massage onto:
  
  

  • Spine and lower back (supports nerve regulation)
    
    

  • Soles of the feet (nerve calming and insulin reflex point)
    
    

  • Abdomen and pancreas area (to stimulate digestive and insulin function)
    
    

🕰️ When to apply:

• Daily before a lukewarm bath
  
  

• Massage for 10–15 minutes
  
  

• Can be alternated with Neem oil or Fenugreek oil for stronger antidiabetic effects
  
  

🌿 Common Combinations in Sinhala Medicine:

Herb/Oil

Purpose

Katuwelbatu (Solanum xanthocarpum)

Blood sugar regulation

Karapincha (Curry leaves)

Pancreas stimulant

Inguru / Sudu inguru (Dry ginger)

Increases digestive fire, reduces Kapha

Fenugreek oil / powder

Insulin mimic

Duhudu oil

Nerve tonic, metabolic stimulant

🧪 Suggested Herbal Mixture (Traditional Practice):

You may combine the oil therapy with this decoction (under supervision):

Herbal Tea for Diabetes (කඩවත):

• Katuwelbatu 1 tsp
  
  

• Karapincha leaves 10–12
  
  

• Fenugreek seeds ½ tsp
  
  

• Boil in 2 cups of water → reduce to 1 cup → drink once daily before lunch
  
  

⚠️ Precautions:

• Avoid during pregnancy or when liver inflammation is present
  
  

• Not suitable for children under 12
  
  

• Monitor blood sugar regularly if combined with diabetic medications

In Sinhala traditional medicine, Duhudu oil (Celastrus paniculatus) is valued for its ability to support nerve function, blood circulation, and metabolic balance, which can indirectly aid in managing high cholesterol. Though it's not a direct "cholesterol-lowering" drug like statins, its properties are believed to help cleanse blood vessels and regulate lipid metabolism.

🔶 Traditional Sinhala Medicine Use of Duhudu Oil for High Cholesterol:

🌿 1. Internal Use (Oral Intake):

Ingredients:

• Duhudu oil – 5 to 10 drops
  
  

• Warm water or bee’s honey – 1 tsp (optional carrier)
  
  

Method:

• Take 5–10 drops of Duhudu oil early morning on an empty stomach.
  
  

• Mix with 1 tsp of warm water or bee’s honey if the taste is too strong.
  
  

• Follow with warm water.
  
  

Frequency:

• Once daily for 40 days, then pause for 7 days before continuing another cycle.
  
  

• Traditionally, it’s used during sandhyā kāla (early morning or dusk) for better absorption.
  
  

Benefits (as per Sinhala medicine):

• Improves blood vessel elasticity
  
  

• Reduces Ama (toxins, impurities) from fatty accumulation
  
  

• Enhances meda dhatu agni (fat metabolism)
  
  

🌿 2. External Application (optional support therapy):

Method:

• Warm a small amount of Duhudu oil (few drops)
  
  

• Gently massage over the heart area, upper back, and soles of the feet before sleep
  
  

Purpose:

• Believed to regulate vata and enhance blood circulation
  
  

• Indirectly supports lipid detox and liver health
  
  

⚠️ Precautions:

• Avoid excess oily or fried food during treatment.
  
  

• Not recommended for pregnant women, young children, or those with low body weight.
  
  

• If diabetic or taking cholesterol medication, consult an Ayurvedic physician before use.
  
  

📌 Optional Sinhala Herb Combinations for Cholesterol (Traditional):

1. Duhudu Oil + Aralu (Terminalia chebula) decoction
   
   

2. Duhudu Oil + Polpala (Aerva lanata) herbal water
   
   

3. Duhudu Oil + Katuwelbatu (Solanum xanthocarpum) powder
   
   

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In Sinhala traditional medicine, Duhudu oil (from Celastrus paniculatus, also known as "intellect tree") is used for arthritis due to its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and vata-pacifying properties. Here's how it's traditionally used:

🟡 External Use for Arthritis (Sinhala Deshiya Chikithsa)

🌿 Massage Therapy (Abhyanga - ආභ්‍යාංග චිකිත්සාව)

Ingredients:

• Duhudu oil (Celastrus paniculatus oil)
  
  

• Optional additives: warmed sesame oil or castor oil (for deep joint penetration)
  
  

Method:

1. Warm the oil slightly (do not overheat).
   
   

2. Apply directly to affected joints – knees, fingers, spine, shoulders, etc.
   
   

3. Massage gently in circular and upward strokes for 15–20 minutes, especially in the early morning or before bedtime.
   
   

4. Follow with warm compress (e.g., a cloth dipped in warm water or heated sand pack) to help absorption into joints.
   
   

5. Use daily for chronic conditions, and at least 3–4 times a week for mild to moderate arthritis.
   
   

🔵 Internal Use (Only Under Supervision)

In some Sinhala traditions, duhudu oil is given internally in small quantities to lubricate joints and support the nervous system. However:

• It must be purified (shodhana) and administered only by a qualified physician.
  
  

• Dosage: Typically 3–10 drops mixed in warm milk or honey, once daily – under supervision only, especially in elderly or diabetic patients.
  
  

🧘‍♀️ Additional Sinhala Traditional Practices for Arthritis:

• Katuwelbatu (Solanum xanthocarpum) decoctions may be used along with duhudu oil.
  
  

• Warm medicinal herbal poultices (Pattuththa) may be applied post-massage.
  
  

• Dietary advice: Avoid cold, oily, and sour foods which aggravate vata and kapha dosha.
  
  

⚠️ Warnings & Precautions:

• Do not ingest duhudu oil without expert advice – it is potent and can cause side effects.
  
  

• Always test for skin sensitivity before applying to large areas.
  
  

• Pregnant women should avoid internal use.
  
  

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In Sinhala traditional medicine, Duhudu oil (Celastrus paniculatus, also called දුහුදු තෙල්) is used to manage Gout (වත වාතය / විෂ වාතය), which is considered a manifestation of excess vāta dosha and accumulation of metabolic toxins (ama).

✅ Traditional Sinhala Medicine Use of Duhudu Oil for Gout:

🔹 1. External Application (Abhyanga – Massage):

• Oil Used: Pure Duhudu oil or a blend with other vata-reducing oils (e.g., Castor oil, Sesame oil).
  
  

• Method:
  
  

  • Warm the oil slightly (do not overheat).
    
    

  • Gently massage over the swollen or painful joints, especially in the early morning and evening.
    
    

  • Let it absorb for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
    
    

  • Then optionally wash off with warm water and Kohomba (neem) leaf decoction or Iramusu (Hemidesmus) water to reduce inflammation.
    
    

🔸This reduces swelling, pain, and improves circulation in joints affected by uric acid buildup.

🔹 2. Internal Use (only under supervision):

In traditional practice, Duhudu oil is sometimes administered internally in minute doses to treat vāta-related disorders, but only after detoxification (panchakarma) and under supervision.

• Dose: 3–5 drops with warm water or cow's milk
  
  

• Time: Early morning on empty stomach, for 5–7 days.
  
  

• Precaution: Should be done only under a qualified traditional physician’s care, especially if the patient has liver, kidney, or digestive conditions.
  
  

🔹 3. Herbal Blends (External Poultice with Duhudu oil):

Duhudu oil is sometimes added to traditional poultices for gouty joints:

• Ingredients:
  
  

  • Duhudu oil
    
    

  • Ground garlic
    
    

  • Turmeric (Kaha)
    
    

  • Castor leaves or Betel leaves (wet-heated)
    
    

• Method: Make a warm poultice, apply over the affected area for 20–30 minutes.
  
  

• Effect: Reduces uric acid-related swelling and stiffness.
  
  

⚠️ Precautions (Very Important):

• Avoid oily, sour, salty, and red meat-rich diets during treatment.
  
  

• Avoid exposure to cold and damp environments.
  
  

• If patient is diabetic or elderly, internal use of Duhudu oil is not recommended without modification.
  
  

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🧪 Home Remedy Blend with Duhudu Oil for Gout (Sinhala Traditional Method)

This external oil blend targets gout swelling, pain, and uric acid buildup.

🧴 Ingredients:

• ✅ Duhudu oil (Celastrus paniculatus oil) – 3 tablespoons
  
  

• ✅ Erandu oil (Castor oil / ඇරන්දු තෙල්) – 2 tablespoons
  
  

• ✅ Kaha (Turmeric powder) – 1 teaspoon
  
  

• ✅ Sudu Lunu (Rock salt or white salt) – ¼ teaspoon
  
  

• ✅ Lunu Dehi (Lime juice) – ½ teaspoon (optional if swelling is strong)
  
  

🧉 Preparation:

1. Gently warm Duhudu and Erandu oil together for 1–2 minutes.
   
   

2. Stir in turmeric and salt.
   
   

3. Remove from heat and add lime juice only after cooling slightly.
   
   

4. Store in a clean glass bottle.
   
   

💆‍♂️ Application:

• Massage warm oil on affected joints (ankles, toes, knees) twice daily.
  
  

• Leave for 30 minutes.
  
  

• Wash with warm water or Neem leaf decoction (කොහොඹ කොථමල්ල).
  
  

• Continue daily for 2–3 weeks.
  
  

🩺 Full Sinhala Traditional Gout Treatment Plan

(වත වාත / විෂ වාතය සඳහා දේශීය ප්‍රතිකාර ක්‍රමය)

🔸 1. Decoction (කථනිය):

Ingredients:

• දුහුදු බීජ (Duhudu seeds) – 1 tsp
  
  

• කුමුද (Kumudu – Nymphaea lotus flower) – 1 tsp
  
  

• බෙලි පත් (Bael leaves) – 5–6
  
  

• කොට්ටමලි (Coriander) – 1 tsp
  
  

• කටුකරදූ (Andrographis) – small pinch
  
  

Preparation:

• Boil with 3 cups water down to 1 cup.
  
  

• Strain and drink morning and evening before meals.
  
  

• Duration: 7–14 days.
  
  

🔹 2. Diet Guidelines (ආහාර නියම):

Avoid:

• Red meat, shellfish, fried food, alcohol, acidic fruits (e.g., oranges)
  
  

• Pulses like kadala, ulundu
  
  

Include:

• Cooked green vegetables (gently spiced)
  
  

• Jeera water
  
  

• Warm soups with garlic, raw turmeric
  
  

• Warm rice porridge with thippili and cumin
  
  

🔸 3. Lifestyle Tips (සිරිරක්ෂණ පියවර):

• Avoid sleeping during the daytime
  
  

• Keep joints warm (avoid cold exposure)
  
  

• Use warm water for baths
  
  

• Apply castor leaf paste compresses on severe swelling
  
  

🔹 4. External Poultice (Pattuwa):

A traditional warm paste:

• Duhudu oil + Garlic paste + Raw turmeric + Castor leaves (lightly warmed)
  
  

• Apply to joint, wrap with cloth for 30 mins
  
  

In Sinhala traditional medicine, Duhudu oil (දුහුදු තෙල්), derived from Celastrus paniculatus (also known as "intellect tree" or මැඩිලි ගස් in Sinhala), is revered for its potent effects on nervous system rejuvenation, memory enhancement, and neuroprotection.

For Alzheimer's disease, Sinhala medicine treats it as a deep Vatika (වයු) imbalance affecting Sēmanasa shakthiya (cognitive energy), and therapies often combine herbal oils, diet, daily routines, and spiritual practices.

🧠 Sinhala Medicine Method: Using Duhudu Oil for Alzheimer’s Disease

1. Morning Internal Use (උදෑසන අභ්‍යන්තර භාවිතය)

• Dosage: 5–10 drops of Duhudu oil
  
  

• How: Mix with a teaspoon of bee’s honey or warm cow’s milk.
  
  

• Time: Early morning on an empty stomach, preferably before sunrise.
  
  

2. Head Massage (හිස සම්බාහනය)

• Oil Application: Warm Duhudu oil slightly.
  
  

• Massage Areas: Head (scalp), crown, nape of neck, and temples.
  
  

• Time: Early morning or at night before sleep (avoid cold exposure afterward).
  
  

• Duration: 10–15 minutes gentle massage.
  
  

3. Nasyakarma (නස්සය – Nasal Oil Therapy)

• Preparation: Warm 2–3 drops of Duhudu oil slightly.
  
  

• Application: Lie down, tilt head back, and instill 1–2 drops into each nostril.
  
  

• Time: Morning, after oil massage and a warm bath.
  
  

• Frequency: 3 times a week (not during rainy or cold periods).
  
  

4. Memory Decoction (මතක කසාය)

Combine with a mild herbal decoction (under a traditional physician's advice), such as:

• Gotukola (Centella asiatica) or Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) boiled and taken twice daily.
  
  

🍲 Supporting Diet (අනුකුල ආහාර)

Dos

Don’ts

Warm ghee, milk, mung beans, gotukola sambol, green gram porridge

Avoid sour yogurt, white sugar, fried foods, reheated meals

Old rice, garden spinach, turmeric-rich curries

Minimize tomato, brinjal (eggplant), cold water, aerated drinks

Use cinnamon, coriander, garlic in cooking

Avoid night-time curd or spicy pickles

🌿 Weekly Routine (සතිපතා සිංහල වෛද්‍ය සෞඛ්‍ය චක්‍රය)

Day

Duhudu Use

Herbal Support

Other

Mon

Oral + Massage

Gotukola tea

Foot massage with sesame oil

Tue

Nasya only

Brahmi decoction

Mild walk after sunrise

Wed

Oral + Massage

Coriander-cumin tea

Avoid stress, chanting

Thu

Oral

Centella sambol

Head oil bath

Fri

Massage only

Coconut milk-based lunch

Sat

Nasya + Oral

Quiet rest, no overactivity

Sun

Full rest

Prayers or breathing rituals

⚠️ Caution & Notes

• Begin with a low dose and monitor for any gastric upset.
  
  

• Avoid use during severe fever, cold, or asthma attack.
  
  

• For elderly Alzheimer’s patients, always combine this with gentle supervision and physician support.
  
  

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Certainly! Here's a complete 7-day Sinhala Ayurvedic care plan using Duhudu oil (Celastrus paniculatus) for Alzheimer’s disease. This includes:

• 🧴 Daily use of Duhudu oil (oral, massage, nasal)
  
  

• 🥣 Brain-supportive meals
  
  

• 🌿 Herbal decoctions (ඖෂධ පැළෑටි කසාය)
  
  

• 🧘‍♂️ Gentle daily routines to calm Vata (වයු)
  
  

🧠 7-Day Sinhala Medicine Alzheimer’s Care Plan දින 7ක ඇල්සයිමර් සඳහා සිංහල වෙදකමේ සත්කාර සැලැස්ම

For an elderly person showing memory loss, confusion, anxiety or early-stage Alzheimer’s signs

🔸Day 1 – Monday: “Awakening the Mind”

Time

Routine

6:00 AM

Wake early. Wash face with warm water. Sit quietly.

6:30 AM

Oral Duhudu oil (5 drops with bee’s honey)

7:00 AM

Herbal Decoction: Gotukola + coriander

7:30 AM

Head massage with warm Duhudu oil (mild pressure). Rest 15 min.

8:00 AM

Warm bath with coriander water

8:30 AM

Breakfast: Kurakkan porridge with ghee + ripe banana

12:00 PM

Lunch: Red rice, dhal with turmeric, Gotukola sambol, ash pumpkin

1:30 PM

Quiet rest or nap. Apply oil to soles.

4:00 PM

Evening decoction: Brahmi + ginger boiled in water

6:00 PM

Dinner: Mung bean soup + roasted pumpkin

8:00 PM

Light oil massage to feet. Silent prayer or mantra. Sleep by 9:00 PM

🔸Day 2 – Tuesday: “Grounding the Mind”

| Special | Nasya Karma (nasal oil): 2 drops warm Duhudu oil per nostril |
| Meals | Breakfast: Coconut milk rice + jackfruit curry<br>Lunch: Pumpkin curry + spinach<br>Dinner: Coriander soup with soft bread |
| Decoctions | Morning: Cumin + coriander<br>Evening: Gotukola tea |

🔸Day 3 – Wednesday: “Circulation & Calm”

| Oil Use | Oral Duhudu oil + massage (no nasya) |
| Herbal | Decoction: Bala (Sida cordifolia) + ginger |
| Meals | Breakfast: Ginger tea + steamed sweet potato<br>Lunch: Green gram curry, drumstick leaves<br>Dinner: Rice gruel (kenda) with garlic |

🔸Day 4 – Thursday: “Cooling the Head”

| Ritual | Full head oil bath after warm Duhudu oil massage |
| Herbal Tea | Gotukola + Cinnamon |
| Meals | Breakfast: Herbal kenda<br>Lunch: Ash pumpkin, carrot, curry leaves curry<br>Dinner: Boiled rice + coriander soup |
| Activity | Listen to calming music or chanting |

🔸Day 5 – Friday: “Memory Rejuvenation”

| Focus | Oral oil + Brahmi decoction |
| Extra | Short walk outdoors after sunrise (no bright sun) |
| Meals | Breakfast: Kurakkan thalapa<br>Lunch: Red rice, beetroot curry, green sambol<br>Dinner: Kola kenda with garlic |

🔸Day 6 – Saturday: “Mind Stillness”

| Oil | Nasya only (no oral or massage today) |
| Decoction | Vidhari + cumin boiled in water |
| Meals | Breakfast: Milk rice + cardamom<br>Lunch: Keera curry (spinach), cowpea<br>Dinner: Cow's milk with warm ginger drink |
| Activity | Deep breathing 5 mins (no screen time) |

🔸Day 7 – Sunday: “Rest and Nourish”

| Focus | No external treatments today – rest the body |
| Meals | Easy-to-digest – rice gruel, coriander soup, ghee |
| Evening | Silent prayer, listen to temple bells or nature sounds |
| Optional | Light oiling of soles and head before sleep |

✅ Weekly Herbal Decoction Guide

Herb

Purpose

Gotukola (පෙණෙලා)

Nerve tonic, memory

Brahmi (බ්‍රාහ්මි)

Calms mind, improves recall

Coriander & Cumin

Digestive & mind clarity

Bala (බලාවා)

Strengthens brain function

Vidhari (විධාරි)

Nourishing for elderly memory loss

⚠️ Important Notes:

• Always prepare oil and decoctions fresh each day.
  
  

• Avoid exposure to cold wind or bathing in cold water after oil use.
  
  

• Do not skip meals.
  
  

• Use copper or clay vessels if available for decoctions.
  
  

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🛒 Weekly Shopping List (Sinhala Traditional Medicine Alzheimer’s Plan)

🧴 Essential Oils & Supplements

• ✅ Duhudu oil (Celastrus paniculatus oil – දුහුදු තෙල්)
  
  

• ✅ Bee’s honey (මි පැණි)
  
  

• ✅ Cow’s ghee (කිරිටෙල්)
  
  

• ✅ Virgin coconut oil (පොල්තෙල්) – optional for foot massage
  
  

🌿 Herbs & Leaves (for decoctions + sambol + porridge)

Herb

Sinhala

Quantity

Gotukola

ගොටුකොළ

4–5 bundles

Brahmi

ලුණුවිල

2 bundles or 50g dried

Coriander seeds

කොත්තමල්ලි බීජ

100g

Cumin seeds

දුරු ඇට

50g

Ginger (fresh)

ඉඟුරු

250g

Bala (Sida cordifolia)

බල (if available)

100g dry or fresh

Cinnamon

කුරුදු

50g sticks

Vidhari

විධාරි

50g powder or tuber

Garlic

සුදුලුණු

250g

Curry leaves

කරපිංචා

Daily use

Drumstick leaves

මුරුංගා කොළ

Optional for lunch

🍚 Grains & Pulses

Item

Sinhala

Quantity

Old Red rice

රතු සහල්

2–3 kg

Kurakkan flour

කුරකන් පිටි

500g

Green gram (mung)

මුං ඇට

500g

Cowpea

කාවුපි

500g

Dhal (red lentils)

පරිප්පු

500g

🍠 Fruits & Vegetables

Item

Sinhala

Notes

Pumpkin

වැල්අල/වට්ටක්කා

1 medium

Ash pumpkin

අළු පුහුල්

1 medium

Carrot

කැරට්

500g

Beetroot

බීට්රුට්

500g

Spinach / Keera

නිවිත කොළ

4 bundles

Jackfruit (boiled/raw)

කොස්

Optional – 500g

Ripe banana

කෙසෙල්

7–10 bananas

Sweet potato

බතල

500g

Ripe papaya

පැපොල්

For digestion (optional)

🥛 Dairy & Liquids

Item

Sinhala

Notes

Cow’s milk

එල කිරි

2L (or fresh daily)

Curd (no sourness)

මී කිරි

Small amount

Herbal water (if prepackaged)

බෙහෙත් වතුර

Optional

🍞 Other Essentials

Item

Sinhala

Use

Rock salt / Himalayan salt

ගිණිඋඳු ලුණු

Better for memory than iodized

Clay or copper pot

මැටි හෝ තඹ බඳුනක්

For decoctions

Filter cloth / strainer

For straining decoctions

📅 Weekly Preparation Tips:

• Wash and dry herbs in advance.
  
  

• Pre-boil mung beans and cowpea for easy reheating.
  
  

• Grind coriander + cumin and store in air-tight jar.
  
  

• Chop garlic and keep refrigerated.
  
  

• Use filtered water for decoctions and cooking.
  
  

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