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Snehana – The Magic Of Ayurved
Snehana, Therapy, is one of the most important relaxing therapies that prepares to the body to receive specialized Panchakarma treatment with relaxation. It involves the application of medicated oils, ghee to the body internally and externally for four to eight days. Snehana is crucial as it loosens amam, or toxins, and doshas in the body, thereby facilitating their expulsion during the Pradhanakarma stage.
Medicated oil massages are given to the disease-affected and surrounding areas of the body for Bahya Snehana. Both are aimed at channelizing and collecting the toxins within the body. Any body cavity may be used to introduce the medicinal herbs into the system.
Procedure Snehana Therapy :
- Small sips of warm water are consumed every 45 minutes.
- Belches are checked for the presence of ghee.
- Once the feeling of complete digestion is ascertained, some warm water is had to ensure complete digestion of ghee.
- Food is had only when the person feels hungry.
- Light food like porridge etc. is preferred.
Precautions for Snehana:
- The following are to be adhered to for at-least 5 days post the procedure.
- Hot water is to be used for all purposes.
- Nothing cold is to be had during this time.
- Even water for toilet purpose is to be used hot.
- NATURAL URGES SHOULD NOT BE BLOCKED.
- No exercise
- No snacking is entertained.
- Abstain from all habits
- Total sexual abstinence.
- No day sleep.
- Milk and milk products (except ghee) are to be avoided.
- Avoid sour substances.