Ghee in Panchakarma — Internal Oleation
स्नेहपानम्
Ghee is the premier substance used for Snehapana (internal oleation) as part of Panchakarma therapy. When consumed in increasing doses over 3-7 days (Accha Sneha), it saturates the body tissues, loosens toxins (Ama), and prepares the body for purification procedures. The signs of proper oleation (Samyak Snigdha Lakshana) include softness of skin, proper passage of flatus and stool, and aversion to fatty substances. Ghee is preferred over other Snehas (oils, muscle fat, bone marrow) for internal oleation because of its ability to absorb the properties of herbs (Sanskaranuvartan), its Yogavahi nature (carrying the properties of substances mixed with it without losing its own), and its suitability for persons of all constitutions. Verses 19-20.
What is Ghee in Panchakarma — Internal Oleation (Sneha Pana / स्नेहपान)?
<p>Ghee is the premier substance used for Snehapana (internal oleation) as part of Panchakarma therapy. When consumed in increasing doses over 3-7 days (Accha Sneha), it saturates the body tissues, loosens toxins (Ama), and prepares the body for purification procedures. The signs of proper oleation (Samyak Snigdha Lakshana) include softness of skin, proper passage of flatus and stool, and aversion to fatty substances. Ghee is preferred over other Snehas (oils, muscle fat, bone marrow) for internal oleation because of its ability to absorb the properties of herbs (Sanskaranuvartan), its Yogavahi nature (carrying the properties of substances mixed with it without losing its own), and its suitability for persons of all constitutions. Verses 19-20.</p>
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