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This Kalpasutra states that any food that causes a loss of restraint or disrespect or criticism of the Jain religion, the Sangha, or the Dharma is called Pulak-Bhakta. The commentary explains that Pulak-Bhakta is of three types: 1. Dhanya Pulak, 2. Gandha Pulak, 3. Rasa Pulak. 1. Grains like Sanwa, Sali, and Ball, which do not increase physical strength, are called 'Dhanya Pulak'. 2. Garlic, onion, cloves, cardamom, and perfumes with strong odors are called 'Gandha Pulak'. 3. Milk, tamarind juice, grape juice, and other highly nutritious, flavorful, and chemically-mixed foods are called 'Rasa Pulak'. This Sutra prohibits a Sadhvi from going out for alms again if she can sustain herself on 'Pulak-Bhakta'. Therefore, the Sutra should be understood in the context of 'Rasa Pulak'. The Sutra's prohibition on going out for alms again in the case of 'Gandha Pulak' and 'Dhanya Pulak' is not logical. 'Rasa Pulak' often causes indigestion or madness. Therefore, if a Sadhvi can sustain herself on it, she should not go out for alms to avoid these potential problems. If the 'Rasa Pulak' is in small quantities and cannot sustain her, she can go out for alms again. This Sutra applies to Nirgranthi. Why not to Nirgranth? The commentator answers: "Eseva gamo niyama tivihpulagammi hoi samanaanam" - the rule that applies to Nirgranthi also applies to Nirgranth. The summary of the fifth Uddeshak is: If a man or woman, disguised as a Sadhu or Sadhvi, embraces a Sadhu or Sadhvi and they experience sexual desire from the touch, they incur Guruchaumasi Pratikraman. If a monk from another gana comes to you in distress, you should pacify him and give him a Dikshached Pratikraman for five days and send him back to his gana. If you realize that the sun has set or has not risen after eating or while eating, you should spit out the food. If you eat it, you incur Guruchaumasi Pratikraman. If you have a bad taste in your mouth at night, you should spit it out and not swallow it.