Yoga

Acid is needed to break down foods in the stomach. But secretion of excess acid in the stomach is the cause of concern, which leads to acidity or hyperacidity. The simple reason of acidity is that the lower esophageal sphincter … Read more

What is ankylosing spondylitis? Ankylosing spondylitis is basically a spinal condition wherein spine bones get fused which results in lesser flexibility of the spine, postural defects, and breathing difficulty. Generally, it starts at the adolescent stage or early adulthood and … Read more

What is Nadi Shodhana Pranayama? Nadi Shodhana (nah-dee show-DAH-nah) is consisted of two words: Nadi means ‘subtle energy channel’ and Shodhan means cleaning, purification, cleansing. Nadi Shodhana Pranayama is one of the important pranayamas, which is capable of preventing many diseases … Read more

Meaning of Kapalbhati ‘Kapala’ means skull (head) and ‘Bhati’ means to shine. Because this practice makes the skull shine, therefore it is called Kapalbhati. In other words, it rejuvenates the head region and the mental functions. In the Gheraṇ­ḍasaṁhita, it … Read more

What is the meaning of Shankhaprakshalana? Shankhaprakshalana is comprised of two words: Shankha conch and Prakshalana means cleaning out.Shankha is used for intestine as passage through the intestines is as tortuous as the passage of a conch. Thus, Shankhaprakshalana means … Read more

25 unheard facts of BKS Iyengar Bellur Krishnamachar Sundararaja Iyengar popularly known as Yogacharya B. K. S. Iyengar, born on December 14, 1918, in Bellur, Kolar, District, Karnataka. India. He was the founder of Iyengar yoga. He was one of … Read more

Meaning of Shoulder Stand Yoga Pose The Shoulder Stand Yoga Pose is one of the few inverted yogasanas, which has beneficial effects on the entire body. The practicing of Sarvangasana helps to release stagnant blood from the legs and abdominal … Read more