Although the yogic diet is introduced gradually in a step-by-step process, there may still be physical discomfort as your body removes built-up toxins.
This diet may not be suited to everybody. Although the yogic diet is introduced gradually in a step-by-step process, there may still be physical discomfort as your body removes built-up toxins. The discomfort of not being able to eat foods that are part of your regular diet may cause withdrawals and cravings for some people, and this requires willpower and mental stamina to overcome. It is also normal to feel tired during the first few weeks as your body begins to cleanse. The extent to which you have a difficult time adjusting to the diet is directly related to your diet and food habits prior to beginning, your mental stamina and your experience (and success) with other lifestyle changes. These are the reasons why it is a 6-month residential program for both the first and second stages – you need support and the guru also has a duty of care that must be fulfilled when teaching a diet of this nature. You must be willing to commit yourself for at least six months in the beginning, and agree to follow the guru’s instructions.