Nadi Shodhana (Naadi sudhi) is also known as Alternate Nostril Breathing. Nadi means “channel” and Shodhana means “purification.” In addition to carrying a larger supply of oxygen to the blood than regular breathing, Nadi Shodhana soothes the nerves, helps to still the mind, and balances the subtle energy of the body.
Practice:
- Sit comfortably.
- Bring the right hand into Vishnu Mudra (thumb to the right nostril, ring and pinky fingers to Left, index and middle finger folded and resting at the base of the thumb).
- Exhale completely.
- Block the right nostril and inhale through left nostril for 4 counts.
- Block the left nostril, release right nostril and exhale for 8 counts.
- Inhale through the right nostril for 4 counts
- Block the right nostril, release left nostril and exhale for 8 counts.
- This completes 1 full cycle.
- Repeat 10-12 cycles.
Note: Holding the breath before exhaling is called Anulom Vilom Pranayam. Ratio is 1:4:2. For beginners, it can be 1:2:2.
Benefits:
- It makes the digestive system strong.
- Very beneficial for relieving anxiety and stress of the mind.
- High blood pressure/ Hypertension is also overcome by Nadi shodan
- Helpful in reducing weight.
- Blockage in the heart is removed by this asana.
- Complaints of migraine pain are also relieved.
- Beneficial in removing constipation or acidity.
- Very beneficial for asthma patients.
- Many types of allergies are also overcome by this asana.
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