The process of panchakarma is a series of ayurvedic practices designed to realign our energies, allowing each [dhatu] to function as intended. Traditionally it is done twice a year, for seven days. Trained practitioners and ayurvedic physicians institute it.

Practices Include:

seven days of measured ghee ingestion as a precursor to treatment

ritualized sesame oil massage by 2 practitioners simultaneously

sweating

 

 

herbal and oil enemas

nasal administration of, ghee, herbs, or oils

purgative, laxative therapy

induced vomiting

blood letting (strictly prohibited in the US) blood purifying herbs such as burdock are substituted