Importance of Pranayam and Its Benefits

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VAYU MUDRA: Joining the index finger with the root of the thumb and putting slight pressure on it with the thumb results in Vayu Mudra. The remaining three fingers should be kept straight. Benefits: Regular practice of this mudra eliminates all vayu related problems - gout, arthritis, joints pain, paralysis, parkinson, sciatica, knee pain and gas formation like diseases. Provides relief in the pain of the neck and spine. The disorders relating to blood circulation are removed. SHOONYA MUDRA: The middle finger represents the space element, this finger is touched at the root of the thumb and light pressure applied with the thumb. The remaining fingers should be kept straight. Benefits: This mudra cures secretion from the cars, ear pain, deafness and hearing impairment problem, etc. if practiced at least one hour daily, continuously over a long period. It cures weakness of bones and heart diseases. The gums become strong and benefit is obtained in throat diseases and thyroid problems. Precaution: Do not do this mudra while eating and strolling. PRITHVI MUDRA: Join the tips of ring finger and thumb and keep the remaining three fingers straight, this makes prthvi Mudra . Benefits: Regular practice of this mudra cures weakness of the body, leanness (underweight), and obesity etc. This mudra improves digestive power, develops vitality and sattvic qualities, and removes the deficiency of vitamins. It makes the body active, bright and glowing. PRANA MUDRA: This Mudra is made by touching the tips of the little finger, the ring finger and the thumb. The remaining two fingers should be kept straight. Benefits: This Mudra enables awakening of prana shakti lying dormant, and the body becomes active, healthy and energetic. It cures eye problems and improves the eyesight. It enhances body's immunity to diseases, removes the deficiency of vitamins, and removes fatigue as also rejuvenates the body. Due to this there is no problem of hunger and thirst during long hours of fasting. In case of insomnia, it provides benefits is done in conjunction with Jnana mudra. APANA MUDRA: This Mudra is made by touching the tips of the thumb, the ring finger and the middle linger and keeping the remaining two fingers straight. Benefits: Any foreign matter in the body gets thrown out and the body is purified. Practicing this Mudra cures constipation, piles, vata-dosa, diabetes, obstructions in passing urine, problems related to the kidneys, tecth troubles, etc. it is a beneficial mudra for the stomach. It helps in heart related problems and causes perspiration. Precaution: This mudra is diuretic. APANA VAYU MUDRA: Performing Apana mudra and Vayu Mudra together is known as Apana-vayu mudra. The little finger remains straight. Benefits: It cures heart and Vata-dosa related problems and makes the body healthier. Those who are suffering from a weak heart should practice it daily. In the event of a heart attack, performing this mudra gives relief. It releases any gas accumulated in the stomach. It is beneficial in headache, asthma and high blood pressure. Performing this mudra 5-7 minutes before climbing up the stairs provides comfort. VARUNA MUDRA: Touch the little finger with the thumb. Benefits: This mudra removes dryness of the body and makes the skin soft and shinning. It cures skin diseases, blood disorders, pimples, and diseases arising out of deficiency of the water element. It makes the face beautiful. Caution: People having kapha prakrti (constitution) should not practice it in excess.