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cells in the body start to die off faster than it is replaced. The same occurs with the lungs. They shrink in size and ability to absorb oxygen. The smaller the lungs, the greater the chance of getting sick or dying - of almost all causes. In ordinary breathing only about 10 per cent of the lung contents is changed at each breath. So, unless something is done to maintain or improve breathing capacity, it will decline, and with it, general health, life expectancy, and for that matter, spirit too.
Human can control duration and intensity of respiration. Breathing is one of the few functions which, within limits, can be controlled both consciously and unconsciously. Ordinarily breathing should be unconscious, deep, slow and rhythmic and through the nose, which filters, moistens and warms the air. Breath should be so smooth that one does not realize that one is breathing that it increases tranquillity and also gives rest to the brain and the body. Breathing exercises should be employed to ensure slowness and evenness of breathing - In, slow-deep, smile and release out slowly, rest, perceiving the whole phenomena and hearing the inner voice. One who can see within himself or can listen his inner voice is very happy. Internal experience of the individual is spirituality. Breathing exercises can be carried anywhere, anytime. There is no restriction of space and time. No special posture is required but preferably standing or sitting straight or lying down on back so that spine is straight. The inhalation as well as exhalation should be slow and the pace of breathing should not be fast but prolonged. While exhaling, empty lungs completely by deflating
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