Surya Bhedana (Right Nostril Breathing)

The right nostril is referred to be a "gateway of Sun Energy" or "Pingala Nadi". Sun energy is the representation of hot or masculine vitality in the body.

How to perform:

  • Sit in a comfortable position.

  • Place index & middle fingers of your right hand between the eyebrows, the right thumb - on the right nostril, ring finger - on the left nostril.

  • Keep your left palm in Chin Mudra.

  • Inhale slowly and deeply through your right nostril.

  • Once you inhale, shut your right nostril with the thumb of your right hand.

  • Exhale through your left nostril keeping your right nostril closed.

  • Keep inhaling through your right nostril and exhaling through your left one for a few times.

Benefits:

  • Increases the efficiency of the digestive system.

  • Sun energy activates the physical body along with all its associated functions.

  • Replenishes the oxygen supply in the blood.

  • Activates the pranic energy and gives vitality to the body.

  • Greatly improves the symptoms of depression.

  • Energizes and strengthens the body and reduces exhaustion.

  • Increases the body's temperature and clears mucus imbalance.

  • Reduces anxiety and stress.

  • Removes blockages in the pranic energy channel which leads to spiritual awakening

Precautions:

  • It's recommended to practice on an empty stomach.

  • High blood pressure, a heart condition, or epilepsy.

  • It's recommended not to practice if you have a cold or flu with a high temperature.

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