Panchakarma Detoxification is not a one-day treatment; it’s a structured program with three distinct yet interconnected phases:
1. Pre Phase( Purva Karma)
It is the medication stage. Before detoxification, the body is conditioned to release deep-seated toxins.
Oleation ( Snehana) is the process of internally and externally medicated oils to loosen poisons bedded in the napkins.
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- Fomentation (Swedana): Therapeutic sweating to mobilize toxins toward the digestive tract for elimination.
- Diet & Lifestyle Adjustment: Individuals follow a lighter diet and personalized daily routine to support detox readiness.
This phase ensures that the body is receptive and responsive when the detox procedures begin.
2. Main Phase (Pradhan Karma)
The core cleansing phase involves one or more of the five treatments being carried out under expert supervision. Grounded on the assessment, the applicable treatments are chosen to flush out toxins using the body’s natural elimination pathways.
This phase needs rest, a calm internal state, and a supportive environment. The procedures use natural medicines, oils, and treatments specified in Ayurvedic texts, personalized to each individual’s constitution.
3. Post Phase ( Paschat Karma)
After detoxification, the body is in a sensitive and open state. This recovery phase is just as important as the detox itself.
Diet Progression: It begins with rice and gradually progresses to semi-solid and solid foods to improve digestion.
Lifestyle Guidance: Specific practices, such as yoga, contemplation or meditation, and herbal supplements help maintain these benefits.
Emotional Calmness: The mind is frequently clearer, and this phase allows for reflection and stabilization.
