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Only practise neti when necessary. Prolonged practise is
not advisable unless instructed by a competent teacher. Contra-indications: People who suffer from chronic bleeding
in the nose should not do jala neti without the advice of a competent teacher. Those who consistently have great difficulty passing water through the nose may have a structural blockage and should seek expert advice. People prone to or having ear infections should not practise neti. During colds, flu or sinusitis, when the nose is totally
blocked, neti should be avoided. Benefits: Jala neti removes mucus and pollution from the
nasal passages and sinuses, allowing air to flow without obstruction. It helps prevent and manage respiratory tract diseases. It helps to maintain good health of the ears, eyes and throat. Jala neti relieves muscular tension of the face and helps the practitioner to maintain a fresh and youthful appearance. It has a calming and soothing influence on the brain. It alleviates anxiety, anger and depression, removes drowsiness and makes the head feel light and fresh. Jala neti stimulates the various nerve endings in the nose, improving the sense of smell and the overall health of the individual. A balance is brought about between the right and left nostrils and the corresponding left and right brain hemispheres, inducing a state of harmony and balance throughout the body and mind. Most importantly,
however, neti helps to awaken ajna chakra. Variations: Practitioners may suck water up the nostrils
directly from a glass or bowl. This is the original form of the practice called vyutkrama kapalbhati, or usha paan, which literally means 'morning drink'. Other liquids may also be used instead of water for the practice of neti. These include warm milk - dugdh neti, warm clarified butter or ghee - ghrita neti, and yoghurt. If oil is used instead of ghee, it must be natural and without added chemicals. The most powerful form of neti is practised with the mid-flow of one's own urine, and is
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| SR No. | 009371 |
| Book Title | Pran and Pranayam |
| Original Sutra Author | N/A |
| Author | Niranjananand Saraswati Swami |
| Publisher | Yoga Publication Trust |
| Publication Year | 2009 |
| Total Pages | 369 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Classification | Book_Devnagari |
| File Size | 11 MB |