Anulom Vilom Pranayam Anulom Vilom Pranayam is one of the best and easy most breathing exercises for

complete purification of body as well as mind. It completely cures most of the internal body diseases without any medicine. It vanishes stress of body and mind. If practiced regularly with devotion, anulom vilom not only intensifies the inner strength of body but also enhances the divine powers. It is extremely helpful for Kundalini Shakti Jagran or awakening of Kundalini Power. The anulom-vilom practitioner experiences his life happy and full of optimism. This is also known as Nadi Shuddhi or Nadi Shodhana Pranayama. Who can practice Anulom-Vilom? Every body can practice anulom vilom pranayam including small children, old age people and patients. It is very easy and significant breathing exercise for everyone. Pregnant women can also practice it regularly with some precautions that will result a healthy and normal baby. Best Place for Practice As yoga and pranayama originated in India, it is described in ancient books according to Indian climatic conditions. The best place for pranayama is peaceful, holy river bank or some open area like garden with lush greenery, where atmosphere is full of natural oxygen in early mornings. While the place can be changed as per climatic conditions in different countries and regions. Pranayama can be practiced in peaceful, neat, clean rooms with the arrangements of fresh and healthy oxygen. Best time for Pranayama The best time for pranayama practice is early morning along with empty stomach. Though it can also be practiced after at least five hours of having food, as this gap is enough to digest the consumed food and the stomach gets relaxed. Some patients of chronic diseases are advised to practice pranayama twice a day, in the morning and evening, must follow these guidelines. After pranayama, food should NOT be consumed at least for 20 minutes, so as to countdown the body. Though very little amount of water can be taken if needed any time. Preparations before Pranayama At the time of practicing yoga or pranayama cloths should be loose and comfortable with the body. Pranayams are practiced in anyone of comfortable poses of yogasana like Padmasana, Siddhasana, Vajrasan or Sukhasana sitting on the floor on yoga mat. Spinal

cord must be straight. Practitioners unable to sit on the floor due to any disease can sit on the chair with straight spinal cord. Pranayama should never practiced on the bare floor or in standing position. How to do Anuloma Viloma? Anulom is a Sanskrit word which means alternate. Therefore anuloma-Viloma is also called Alternate Nostril Breathing Technique. For closing nostrils alternatively you need to use right hand thumb and second & third fingers (Madhyama and Anamika). Keep the palm in front of face and above the nose to avoid interruption in flow of breath from nostrils. Anuloma Viloma Pranayama Technique The left nostril represents energy of the moon which symbolizes peace and has cooling effect. Hence for purification of innumerous Nadis of the body, anulom vilom should begin from the left nostril. Close the right nostril with the right hand thumb. Inhale slowly through the left nostril, till the lungs are completely filled (Puraka). Then close the left nostril with the second and third fingers and open the right nostril to exhale but slowly (Rechaka). Exhale till the lungs are completely empty. The process of inhale with left nostril and exhale with right is one cycle. Then inhale with right nostril and exhale with left is the second cycle and so on. Repeat this exercise very slowly in the beginning, only upto your body strength. As days passed with practice, try to increase the number of cycles and speed gradually. When you are able to practice for longer duration, inhale with as much force as possible, then also exhale forcefully in similar way. While doing this pranayama, mentally repeat the mantra OM. It is helpful for meditation and unites the body with spiritual powers to gain maximum possible benefits. Anulom Vilom Duration It should be practiced for 3 minutes daily, at least in the beginning or as per body strengths. If you feel tired, stop immediately, have a break, take some normal long breaths and then continue. Regular practice will enable you to do this pranayama for 10 minutes after few days. It can be practiced ideally for about 15-20 minutes per day, maximum. If possible it can be practiced twice daily in the early morning and evening. Anulom Vilom for Kundalini awakening should be performed 250-300 cycles or maximum 30 minutes twice per day with complete devotion. There are various additional specific yoga guidelines for Kundalini practitioners. Effects of Anulom Vilom in the body (Scientific Explanation)

When ever some air is forced to passed through a pipe of irregular cross section then the flow rate remain same. According to Bernoulles equation the sum of energy head remains same every where, but velocity of flow is faster in narrow tube than that of wide tube. In this pranayama, when air flows in respiratory system the fast flowing air impart force on fine arteries and veins so that the blood flow will be accelerated. Oxygen carrying blood hits the constraint in out bodies at different positions. The individual nostril will create different action on the nostrils inner walls. Due to action reach on deployed at the affected areas the tumors or other irregular developed parts gets activated to maintain its normal position due to repeated and identical process. As the velocity increased the kinetic energy increases and pressure energy decreased so the pressure on the walls of respiratory tract will be towards the tube causing the impurities breathes out. The practitioner experiences the positive effects right from the day first. Immediately after practicing, the body feels relaxed and full of energy. The mind becomes calm and thoughtless. The practitioner feels life pleasant and full of optimism. Its like a fresh start of life. Anulom Vilom pranayama is highly recommended for Kundalini Awakening. Anuloma Viloma Benefits Most of the chronic diseases can be completely cured by practicing this pranayama regularly. If practiced regularly with full devotion for 15 20 minuts per day, anulom vilom intensifies the inner strength of body and enhances the unknown powers of mind. If Sadhaka (practitioner) performs 250-300 cycles per day, the Kundalini Shakti begins awakening which lies in Muladhar Chakra. Anuloma Viloma Cures

Regular practice of this Pranayama purifies all innumerable Nadis (channels) of the body, which makes the body healthy, lustrous and strong. All kinds of diseases occurring due to the disturbance of Vata Dosha like rheumatism, gout, diseases pertaining to urinary and reproductive organs are cured. Besides regular practice of this pranayama also cures diseases like cold, cataract, sinus at chronic stage. The three Doshas of Vata, Pitta, Kapha regularize themselves and assume proper proportions. Blood Pressure and Diabetes can completely cured with regular practice. Arteries Blockage of heart are dissolved and the arteries become clean, making blood circulation uninterrupted. If this Pranayama is practiced for three to four

months regularly, 30% 40% of blockages in the arteries are removed preventing the heart attack.

Pathogenic cholesterol, triglycerides, H.D.L. and L.D.L. also cured making the arterial channels clear for effective and uninterrupted flow of blood in the heart. Anuloma viloma pranayama is highly recommended for angina. With regular and daily practice, angina is completely cured without any medicine or extra exercise. Negative thinking is turns to positive approach to life. It increases enthusiasm and spirit, the Sadhaka becomes fearless and feels blissful. It purifies all the nadies in the body, therefore it is also known as Nadi Shuddhi or Nadi Shodhana Pranayama. Some yogies call it as Yogic Breathing.

Precautions In the beginning, pranayama must be practiced under supervision of experienced teacher. Practitioner should NEVER cross his body stamina and should never try over practice to get benefits earlier, as it may cause fatigue or giddiness. So, be patient and practice regularly and constantly. Increase practice gradually after the body gains more stamina within few days.There are not any harm or side effects of anulom vilom if practiced properly. This is very good breathing exercise for women during pregnancy but over straining must be avoided.

Kapalbhati Pranayama
Kapalbhati Pranayama is a miraculous yoga breathing exercise, invented by Indian yogis thousands years ego, for complete body fitness. It affects even those diseases which are impossible to be cured by medicines like cancer, diabetes, asthma. Numerous patients have gained healthy and happy life by adopting it, in their daily life. Kapalbhati is a Sanskrit word. Kapal means forehead and Bhati means light. It refers that by this breathing exercise forehead becomes luminous and lustrous, which means all diseases disappears and body becomes pure, healthy and happy. Who can practice? Everybody can practice Kapalbhati including children. Some important precautions are added with pregnant ladies, heart patients, high blood pressure and extremely weak patients. Place for pranayama As yoga and pranayama originated in India, it is described in ancient books according to Indian climatic conditions. The best place for pranayama is peaceful, holy river bank or some open area like garden with lush greenery, where atmosphere is full of natural oxygen in early mornings. While the place can be changed as per climatic conditions in different countries and regions. Pranayama can be practiced in peaceful, neat, clean room with the arrangements of fresh and healthy oxygen. When Kapalbhati is practiced? The best time for pranayama is early morning along with empty stomach. Though it can also be practiced after at least five hours of having food, as this gap is enough to digest the consumed food and the stomach gets relaxed. Some patients of chronic diseases are advised to practice pranayama twice a day, in the morning and evening, must follow these guidelines. After pranayama, food should NOT be taken at least for 20 minutes, so as to countdown the body. Though very little amount of water can be taken if needed any time. Preparations before Kapalbhati At the time of practicing yoga or pranayama cloths should be loose and comfortable with the body. Kapalbhati is practiced in anyone of comfortable poses of asana like Padmasana, Siddhasana, Vajrasana or Sukhasana sitting on the floor on yoga mat. Spinal cord must be straight.

Practitioners unable to sit on the floor due to any disease can sit on the chair with straight spinal cord. Pranayama should never be practiced on the bare floor or in standing position. How to do Kapalbhati? It is very easy to practice for everyone. The primary thing is to breathe in normally and breathe out forcefully so as to influence the organs of the abdominal area. Kapalbhati Pranayama Technique Sit in a comfortable asana with normal breathing. Inhale normally and exhale forcefully. Also keep the body easy and relax, dont feel like stress. As a beginner, the force should be very low as per the body strength. Continue this practice till you can perform comfortably. Whenever feel tired take a break with normal breathing and then resume. Optimize your practice to make one stroke per second. The ideal frequency for the kapalbhati is once per second. Abdominal area also makes inward and outward movements and considerable force is applied to the Manipura, Svadhisthana and Muladhara Chakra. That is very helpful for Kundalini Jagran. In the beginning the practitioner may feel little pain in the abdomen and back because of new strain to the body, which disappears after some days. Shiva Sankalpa (Vow) with performing Kapalbhati At the time of forcefully exhaling, the practitioner should assume like throwing all impurities, toxins, diseases out of the body. Those who want to get rid of anger, greed, selfego attachment etc. should develop a feeling of throwing out all the negative and injurious elements along with the air exhaled. This procedure will give you an additional advantage and quick results. Kapalbhati Duration A new practitioner should try for 3 5 minutes per day. The body gains more stamina as days passes. After 1-2 months, practitioner can perform five minutes in single stretch. Practice should be increased up to 10 15 minutes daily after 2-3 months. Patients suffering from acute and chronic diseases must practice for 15 minutes at least along with precautions. Difference between Bhastrika and Kapalbhati Kapalbhati is little different from Bhastrika. In Bhastrika, puraka (inhale) and rechaka (exhale) are performed with equal force, while in Kapalbhati attention is given to the forceful Rechaka only. Effects of Kapalbhati in the body (Scientific Explanation)

In Kapalbhati, impulsive force is applied with greater magnitude while the stroke time is very small, as we all know by law of physics: Impulse=Force X Time If Time is small and Force is greater so the change in linear momentum create greater pressure on the near by organs and glands of the cavity of lungs. The force communicated quickly as force of contact to all parts from one to another. So that the imbalanced secretion from different glands will be balanced. Blood circulation in different parts of the body will be faster creating action on diseased affected parts. This Pranayam is a complementary one to Bhastrika Pranayam. Kapalbhati primarily affects stomach, pancreas, liver, spleen, intestine, prostate and kidney to function more efficiently. These are very significant parts of human body. Any disease of these organs, which can not be controlled by any medicine, is surly cured by regular practice of kapalbhati. All the chakras from Muradhar to Shasrar are purified and filled with pious Cosmic Energy. Kapalbhati benefits

Balances three doshas of the human body. These are vata (wind/spirit/air), pitta (bile) and kapha (phlegm). Disorder of these three is the root cause for unhealthy body. It is excellent not only for physical body but for sub-conscious mind as well. While doing kapalbhati, if practitioner concentrates at the Mooladhar Chakra, the Kundalini power starts awakening. Kapalbhati improves concentration power in children and adults simultaneously. It makes the face Lustrous and attractive.

Kapalbhati Pranayama cures

Diseases which are hard to control by medicines like asthma, respiratory troubles, allergies, sinus, etc. Diseases of heart, lungs and brain are permanently cured. Kapalbhati completely removes blockages in arteries and controls cholesterol. Obesity, diabetes, flatulence, constipation, acidity and diseases pertaining to kidneys and prostate glands etc. are completely cured.

Women diseases like uterus cysts, breast cysts, cancer cysts or any type of cysts in the body are permanently dissolved without any surgery. Parkinsons Disease, Liver Cirrhosis and Hepatitis-B is permanently cured with devoted practice. It removes snoring problems and cures sinusitis completely. Kapalbhati is the best solution for weight loss without any side effects. If it is practiced 15-20 minutes daily, along with yoga diet control chart, the weight can be decreased by 4-8 Kg. per month very easily. Excess Hair Loss is controlled by including kapalbhati in daily routine. Depression is cured, as mind becomes stable, happy and peaceful which removes negative thoughts automatically.

Precautions

Women should avoid during periods and pregnancy. Patients with severe heart problems should not do with force and they must practice under a experienced yoga teacher. Blood Pressure patients should avoid doing with force in the beginning. In the summer season, if the temperature is very high, it is prohibited for over five minutes. In the beginning, any pranayama practice must be done under experienced yoga teachers training.

Bhramari
Bhramari is the best breathing exercise for meditation. It has immediate relaxing effect on the brain. If it is practiced regularly, mental stress, fatigue and high blood pressure reduces. Bhramari is a Sanskrit word which is derived from Bhramar the black Indian bumble bee. It describes the characteristic humming sound which is produced while exhaling in this breathing exercise. Who can practice? Every body can practice bhramari including small children, old age people or patients. It is very easy and significant breathing exercise for everyone. It is very beneficial for pregnant women.

How to practice? Sit in a suitable relaxed posture like Padmasana (lotus pose) or Vajrasana (thunderbolt pose). Cover your ears by pressing tragus with the help of thumbs of your hands. Place your index fingers on the forehead and let the remaining 3 fingers close your eyes. Inhale through both the nostrils, taking a real slow deep breath. Keep your mouth closed and begin slowly exhaling, making humming sound of a bee like hmmmm. While practicing Bhramari keep reciting OM mentally and concentrate your mind on Agnya Chakra (between eyebrows). Important Vow while practicing Bhramari This Pranayama should be done with the thought that your individual consciousness merges with the divine cosmic consciousness. Your mind should be full of the thought that divine bliss is descending on you, that deep divine wisdom fills your entire being. Exercising this Pranayama with such thought will endow you with divine light and you will be able to meditate effortlessly. Duration Practice this 11 to 21 times daily, but do not strain yourself, take a break whenever you need. Best time for practice It gives best results after practicing all pranayama, especially after anulom-vilom. Though Bhramari can be practiced anytime whenever an individual needs, feels stress, fatigue or tired. It can also be performed before sleep which results a peaceful and sound sleep. Effects of Bhramari in the body (Scientific explanations) When the natural frequency of vibration is equal to forced frequency then resonance will occur provided no external interference. The vibration of thinking of a human body can be controlled if it can be resonated. In a Bhamri Pranayam, the ear is closed by thumb, eye is blocked by fingers and forehead is pressed to vibrate with higher amplitude. So the resonance of the brains metaphysical thinking is arrested and the concentration of mind is enhanced. Brahmari forms vibrations in the brain. By these vibrations the cerebral cortex sends impulses directly to the hypothalamus, which controls the Pituitary gland, the master of all glands.

Bhramari Benefits

It is tremendous breathing exercise for meditation and helpful for Kundalini Awakening. The mind becomes calm and peaceful. It helps in spiritual enhancement of an individual. It is beneficial in mental tension, agitation, high blood pressure, heart disease etc. With regular practice of Bhramai bliss arises in the yogis heart (Hatha Yoga Pradipika) It enlivens the practitioners looks, improves the glamour of the face. Modern medical science has proved, if Bhramari practiced regularly during pregnancy it keeps the endocrinal system regulated to maintain the pregnancy successfully and may facilitate easy and trouble-free childbirth.

Bhramari Pranayama Cures

Excellent breathing exercise for meditation, the mind concentration enhances. Mental tension, agitation, hypertension, migraine, paralysis, high blood pressure and heart diseases are positively affected. Helps to cure migraine and paralysis. It has immediate positive effect on ears, nose, eyes and mouth.

Precautions Initially it should be practiced under guidance of experienced yoga teacher.

Bhastrika
Bhastrika Pranayama is an excellent breathing exercise. It keeps the body healthy and mind happy. Heart and brain patients must practice to get miraculous results. Depression, migraine, parkinsons disease, paralysis are completely cured, which is impossible by medicines. Bhastrika is a Sanskrit word, which means bellows. In short, Bhastrika is inhale and exhale deeply and forcefully. Therefore is also known as deep breath exercise.

How to do Bhastrika? Sit in comfortable asana like Padmasana, Siddhasana or Sukhasana. Spinal cord must be straight. Bhastrika is similar to the working of bellows. Breathe in and breathe out forcefully. Take the breath inside as deep as possible to fill the lungs and then exhale out completely to evacuate lungs. Breathe in and breathe out with equal force. The breath should be filled in lungs up to the diaphragm, not in stomach. Do not stop the breath during this process. This is one cycle completed. Repeat this process several times. Do not try to over practice, stop immediately when you feel tired. Depending upon the capacity and health of the practitioner, it can be done in three variable speeds viz. slow, moderate and at high. Important Vow while doing Bhastrika While inhaling make a vow and focus in your mind as if all the divine powers, purity, peace and joy, all that is good in the universe around you is entering inside your body and that you are getting filled with the divine powers, the mind is becoming pure and pious. Keep both the eyes closed and mentally chant the mantra OM Pranayama done with this kind of vow in mind imparts a special benefit. Bhastrika Duration It should be practiced 2-minuts minimum and 5-minuts maximum everyday. If one should feel tired during practice, must stop immediately and resume after some relax. In the countries where normal temperature is high in summers, should NOT be practiced over 2minuts. Effects of Bhastrika in the body (Scientific explanations) According to Pascals law the pressure inside a closed vessel equally distributed in all direction. So when the lungs filled with air, it imparts pressure on the diaphragm and cavity of lungs. The organs try to maintain its position of equilibrium, hence a reaction force established at the organs, glands and heart. So secretions from individual glands activated. Also the fine arteries and veins can able to carry oxygenated blood with circulation on every cycle of the Pranayam. The out going air from lungs able to carry impurities responsible for imbalance of the organs Bhastrika Benefits Bhastrika is excellent for physical body as well as spirituality of an individual. It makes the mind peaceful and calm so as to help in Kundalini Awakening.

Bhastrika Pranayama Cures

This is the best breathing exercise for lungs. It makes the lungs healthy and improves strength. It directly affects all respiratory system of body and cures all lungs related problems. Cold, flu, sinus, asthma are completely cured. Thyroid, tonsils and all throat problems are completely cured. It is very helpful to cure all heart diseases like angina, arteries blockages, etc . Highly recommended for Brain diseases like Depression, Migraine, Parkinsons Disease, Paralysis, etc. Helps to remove impurities of blood. Vata (wind/spirit/air), pitta (bile) and kapha (phlegm) are balanced so as to make body healthy. Good for concentration of mind that helps for kundalini jagran.

Precautions

People suffering from high blood pressure or any chronic heart disease should avoid this Pranayama or must be done under an experienced yoga teacher. While breathing in the abdominal area should not blow up. You have to fill the air in the chest area, i.e. up to diaphragm, so that the part of the chest with its ribs swells. In summer season, reduce the practice of Bhastrika to 2-minuts maximum. Incase both the nostrils do not open because of ailments like severe cough or sinus etc, the practitioner should first close the right nostril and do respiration (exhalation and inhalation) through the left nostril. Then the left nostril should be closed and respiration should be done by the right nostril. This method of alternate breathing should be continued at the desired speed viz. slow, moderate or fast, till both the nostrils open simultaneously.

Ujjayi
Ujjayi is also known as Ocean breath or Victorious breath, which clears toxins out of the bodily system. The practitioner takes in enough oxygen to build vital energy. It is the best pranayama for thyroid problems and also to cure all throat diseases.

How to practice Ujjayi Pranayama? Ujjayi technique for beginners: Sit in a comfortable yoga pose like Padmasana or Sukhasana. Take long, deep breath with both nostrils along with contraction inside the throat which makes the breath long and thin. The friction of air should be felt inside the throat when it is contracted and a hissing sound of breath is produced itself. Now exhale out very slowly. Repeat this process three times daily. After some days of practice: Three more steps are added to complete Ujjayi Pranayama process. After breathing inside with contraction in throat, try to touch your chin to the upper side of chest (Jalandhar Bandha). Hold the breath inside for maximum 10 seconds (Kumbaka). Now exhale out slowly with left nostril, by closing right nostril with your right hand thumb. Exhale must be done by left nostril only. This is complete process of Ujjayi. Ujjayi Pranayama Duration Initially it should be practiced for 3 times. As practice increases, it can be performed maximum 11 times a day. Its another variant is Pratiloma Ujjayi. Effects of Ujjayi Pranayama in the body (Scientific Explanation) Ujjayi stretches the breath, warms it before entering into the lungs and helps to build heat in the body. Through this heat internal Agni (fire) is stoked and powerful healing process is unlocked. Ujjayi Pranayama Benefits and Cures

Miraculous remedy for thyroid problems. Snoring problem is cured. Good for heart, asthma, tonsil, cold and cough. All throat problems are cured.

Precautions Beginners should exhale with both nostrils. After few days they should start Jalandhar Bandha and Kumbhaka. It should be performed under supervision of experienced yoga teacher.