A History of Indian Medical Literature v1.c24.23

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The third part begins with mentioning the three supports 67 of life, consisting of food (āhāra), sleep (śayana) and sexual activity (abrahmacarya) (7.52). 68 Rules concerning sleep are formulated; sleeping disorders and their treatment are discussed (7.53cd–68). 69 Finally, many rules regulating sexual behaviour are given (7.69–76).