Villagers inform the crew that the last time the boy sweated so profusely was when he was reported to have been bitten by a snake. In this region where a poisonous snakebite can kill a person instantly, the boy simply "sweated the poison out" literally then, and continued his meditation throughout - to the amazement of all.
Second day - and where blackened lips and blood ought to come out from his skin, Buddha Boy remains motionless and totally healthy. No food, no water.