India, March 29 -- Healing oils are often considered alternative medicine; some people believe in their benefits almost religiously, while others are doubtful of their potential. However, according to Dr Alok Chopra, the founder-director and consultant cardiologist at Delhi's Aashlok Hospital, there are real benefits to incorporating some of them into our daily lives.

Taking to Instagram on March 28, the cardiologist with over 40 years of experience shared a list of oils that offer real benefits, and shared how best to use them. "Healing oils aren't just trends - they're tiny drops of powerful support," he wrote in the caption. "From immunity to gut health, skin to energy - each oil has a role, if you know how to use it right. Because wi...