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The Means of achieving spiritual experience - Shaivism – 20 Dietary moderation and Sexy eating
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Markandeya Purana and Shiva Samhita [as quoted in Yoga: Mastering the Secrets of Matter and the Universe - Alain Danielou]
Rice gruel, buttermilk, milk, barley, fruits, roots, saffron, porridge, oil cakes and gram flour are good for the yogi, hence they should be eaten with concentrated mind and devoted care…..
The yogi should eat ghee, and milk he should speak gently without hard words and dwell in lovely places, wearing little clothing …..