Though same in context of procedure, but have many more benefits than Enama. Enema is just a form of bowel wash, but Basti helps in correcting digestion, pacifies Vata Dosha. As per the type it reduces weight of obese or increases in thin and lean patients. Also helpful in many diseases.

Basti is administered in the form of medicated oil, milk or decoctions by anal route.

Apart from diseased patients, it can be given to all healthy individuals in Varsha Ritu (rainy season).