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Kriya means action, deed or effort. Kriyas are cleansing techniques used to purify the body and mind.



The Hatha Yoga Pradipika describes the six kriya cleansing techniques. They should only be performed if there is an excess of fat or phlegm in the body.

  • Trāṭaka 
  • Neti
  • Kapālabhati
  • Dhauti 
  • Nauli 
  • Basti
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