The text emphasizes the removal of "excess fat and phlegm," which are seen as obstacles to the flow of (life force). Prerequisite for Pranayama:
Most yoga injuries today occur because people attempt advanced pranayama or kundalini awakening with a toxic, blocked body. The Shatkarma Sangraha argues that without these preliminary cleansings:
The remains an essential reference for serious yoga students. It bridges the gap between purely physical health and spiritual readiness, emphasizing that one cannot achieve higher states like Samadhi if the body is burdened by toxins or unbalanced doshas. References: