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What applies to the place of the body applies consequently to the foods eaten to maintain the body. Because they leave some effect upon the mind through the nerve system and the brain, foods are classified into three kinds by the yogis. Anyone can see the reason for this in the case of some foods and drinks like alcoholic liquors, which stimulate the passions. There are other foods which have a calming influence on the mind.

-- Notebooks Category 5: The Body > Chapter 3 : Diet > # 115