Analytical Approach of Pranayama in Maintenance of Health
Journal Title: International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharmaceutical Chemistry - Year 2018, Vol 0, Issue 0
Abstract
Yoga is a traditional and cultural science of India. It is the art of knowing oneself and knowing eternal truth. Pranayama is a subtle Hathayogic procedure which is practiced through breathing. Ashtanga Yoga as mentioned in yogic literature has given more importance to pranayama than asana for betterment of good health. Pranayam has an eminent role in relaxation of mind and body. It also serves as a boon in curbing various which is growing rapidly due to disturbed life style. The previous studies indicate that regular practice of Pranayam causes increase in all the parameters of volumes and capacities except rate of respiration which reduces. Pranayama has many systemic psycho-physical effects in the body hence it is practiced in health clubs and community recreation programs.
Authors and Affiliations
Aparna Singh, Lowkesh Chandravanshi, Rekha Jain
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP415382
- DOI -
- Views 77
- Downloads 0
Clinical Study to Evaluate Efficacy of Bhunimbadi GhanVati and Shatavari Ghrita in the Management of Amlapitta w.s.r. to Nonulcer Dyspepsia
Whole world is witnessing a spurt in lifestyle diseases which can be mainly attributed to rapid industrialization and urbanization. The change in lifestyle has led to an unprecedented rise in the disorders of gastrointes...
Characterization of Bhasmas of Cast and Wrought Iron
Bhasmeekarana of metals and minerals is a unique technique in Rasashastra. In order to obtain a safe and effective Bhasma, a good quality raw material and specific preparation procedure plays a vital role. Standard opera...
Critical Review on Forensic Psychiatry and Its Medico-Legal Aspects
Application of psychiatry for the purposes of law and administration of justice is called Forensic Psychiatry. In sanity or unsoundness of mind can be defined as a disease of mind which affects the personality, mental st...
A Comprehensive Review over Contribution of Agni, Kostha and Mahabhuta in Digestion
Digestion is the process by which all living organism extract the principal source of energy to perform all the necessary activities. The substances ingested by living entity are needed to be made homologous with the bod...
Identification of the Plants Described in Mahakashaya of Charaka Samhita found in Rajeev Gandhi South Campus, Barkaccha, Mirzapur
A survey on plants described in Mahakashaya of Charaka Samhita was conducted at Rajeev Gandhi South Campus, situated in village Barkaccha, district Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh. The objective was to find out naturally grown m...