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purvakarma (pōōrˈ·vä·kärˑ·m
n in Ayurveda, the two-step preparation of the body before Panchakarma, which includes a specially prescribed diet and ingestion of oil, followed by an oil-based massage, and sweating by heat treatment. Purvakarma is performed to loosen ama, cool the irritated doshas, open blocked srotas, and lubricate the passages of malas. See also Panchakarma, ama, doshas, srotas, and malas. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | The five-stage process includes Purvakarma, Vamana, Vasti, Virechana and Nassyam. Purvakarma therapies serve to prepare the body to get rid of stored ama (toxins). |
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