Advanced Yogic Detox: Shankha Prakshalana

Shankha Prakshalana: A Traditional & Advanced Yogic Cleansing Technique of the Alimentary Canal

Shankha Prakshalana, as described in Hatha Yoga texts like the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, is a purification technique aimed at cleansing the entire alimentary canal. The term "Shankha Prakshalana" translates to "conch purification" in English, where "shankha" refers to a conch shell, and "prakshalana" means a wash.

The rationale behind the name lies in the resemblance of the abdomen to a conch shell. The practice involves cleansing the abdominal region and the colon through a specific process. This process includes the consumption of a specific quantity of saltwater and the performance of specific yogic postures.

In simple terms, Shankha Prakshalana is a yogic cleansing method designed to purify the digestive tract from the mouth to the anus. The practitioner drinks a specific amount of salt water and performs prescribed yoga postures to facilitate the thorough cleaning of the alimentary canal.

Benefits:

• Effectively washes your gastrointestinal tract, flushing out toxins, purifying your digestive health for a revitalized system and also aids in weight loss.
• Relieves indigestion and constipation, fostering a robust digestive system with improved metabolism and organ strength.
• This Traditional process triggers parasympathetic dominance, renewing internal organs via gastrointestinal tract cleansing. This, in turn, creates hormonal balance, promoting overall homeostasis and a calm state of mind.

The following is a Traditional and Advanced Yogic cleansing technique of the Alimentary Canal. If you have any questions or wish to know further details about the process, simply express your interest! You can reach out to us at namaste@kevalayoga.ca or call us at 778-637-0232 or 236-514-5002. Once we receive your inquiry, we'll promptly reach out to guide you through the seamless registration process. Let the cleansing begin!

*Please Note: After the process, we will provide you with a meal to eat at the studio and ask that you bring a box with you so we can give you a portion for your evening meal as well. You will need to follow a specific dietary regimen for at least one whole day following the procedure. The meal we provide will be a special type of lentil and rice dish called khichdi, which is very easy to digest and perfect for aiding your digestive system's recovery.