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Bhastrika Pranayam – Steps and Benefits

Bhastrika Pranayam – Steps and Benefits Bhastrika pranayama is a breathing technique which generates heat in the body. As per ayurveda it is especially beneficial for people who have Kapha body composition or are water dominated. Bhastrika pranayama looks similar to Kapalbahti but is different from it in two major ways. Kapalbhati breathing exercise involves stomach and mimics sneezing. Bhastrika on the other hand involves chest and lungs. In Bhastrika Pranayama both inhalation and exhalation are forced. It is like post running panting. Benefits of Bhastrika Pranayam It is good for giving oxygen to brain. It benefits the nervous and the motor system. It is great for energizing the body and the mind. It is good for people with depression and anxiety. It helps in treating fibrosis. It is great for lungs and people who suffer from repetitive cough, flu, respiratory issues, allergies or breathlessness. It helps to strengthen immunity. It checks sleep apnea as well.