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Bhramari Pranayama

Bhramari Pranayama

Bhramari Pranayama is one of the most effective and popular pranayama’s that is practised all over the world. This pranayama is known to provide relief from problems related to frustration, agitation and anger. The name of this pranayama is derived from the humming sound caused by the black bee popularly known as Bhramari in Hindi. This pranayama is a great way to relax for people who are too bust for meditation

Benefits of Bhramari Pranayama
  • The number one benefit of Bhramari pranayama is it helps a person to remain tension free by providing a calming effect on the nerves.
  • The calming effect on the nerves also helps to keep problems like frustration and depression in check.
  • It helps the practitioner to stay away from all types of throat ailments.
  • It is highly beneficial for people suffering from insomnia, and thyroid problems.
How to Practise Bhramari Pranayama
  • Sit in a comfortable position in a place that is relatively free from pollution and disturbances
  • Close your eyes and then place your index finger on the cartilage between your cheek and ears.
  • Maintain a slight pressure on the cartilage and take a deep breath. While inhaling the air make loud humming sounds like that of a bee. You can regulate the pitch of the sound depending upon your level of comforts.
  • This is just the first round, you should repeat this step at least 6-7 times every day for better result
Precautions
  • Always practise this pranayama under the guidance of some experts.
  • Practise Bhramari Pranayama in an empty stomach
  • If you have heart related ailments then do not try to hold your breath for a long time.
  • Try to practice this breathing exercise early in the morning, when the air is fresh
  • Maintain a gap of at least 5 hours before any meal, if you intend to do it later in the day.
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