Method: Interlock the fingers of both hands, forming a fist, and keep the left thumb upright. Purpose: This mudra generates heat in the body. Duration: Practice for at least 15 minutes, three times a day. It can also be done for longer periods. Benefits: Precautions: Special Notes:
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Method: “Mushti” means a closed fist. Curl your fingers into your palms to form a fist, and press your thumb against the ring finger, which represents the earth element. Duration: You can practice this mudra for 15 minutes, three times a day. Benefits: Note: Practicing this mudra after Shuchi Mudra increases its benefits.
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Method: Duration: Practice this mudra for 15 minutes, three times a day. The benefits of Shwet Pradar Mudra (Leucorrhoea Mudra) are as follows:
Method: There are two methods to perform this mudra: Special Note: In both methods, only the thumbs, little fingers, and ring fingers are used. The index and middle fingers remain straight. Duration: Practice each of these mudras for 7 minutes, three times a day. Benefits: Special Tip: Massaging the wrists can promote the health of reproductive organs.
Method: Place the tip of your thumb on the base of the ring finger (Anamika). Keep the other fingers straight and together. Perform this mudra with both hands close together, and occasionally rub your hands. Precaution: Do not hold this mudra for too long. Release the mudra as soon as sneezing or yawning stops. Benefits:
Method: Duration: Benefits: Special Note: Bhramari Pranayama (Bee Breath) is highly beneficial for epilepsy. Practice it for 15 minutes in the morning and 15 minutes in the evening.
Method: Benefits: The Mushtika Mudra works by engaging the body’s energy pathways through the specific hand position, which can help to release tension and restore balance, contributing to headache relief.
Method: Duration: Practice for 15 to 45 minutes. Benefits: This mudra helps relieve headaches and migraines. Special Note: Perform Jalneti (nasal cleansing) daily. Afterward, place two drops of almond oil in the nostrils and massage the center of the forehead.
Also known as the “Big Head Mudra.” Method: Benefits: Special Note: Drinking two glasses of water can provide immediate relief from headaches.
Method: Duration: Practice this mudra for 7 minutes, 4 to 5 times a day. Benefits:
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Kidney Mudra is a hand gesture (mudra) used in yoga and Ayurveda to balance the body’s elements and promote healing, particularly for kidney-related issues. Here’s a detailed explanation of how to perform this mudra and its benefits: How to Perform Kidney Mudra Benefits of Kidney Mudra Overall Benefits of Practicing Mudras Mudras like the Kidney Mudra are believed to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being by influencing the body’s energy flow. They are often used in conjunction with meditation and breathing exercises (pranayama) to enhance their effects. By regularly practicing the Kidney Mudra, you can help maintain a healthy balance…
To perform the Merudanda mudras, make a fist with all four fingers while keeping the thumb extended upward. These mudras can be practiced while sitting in Vajrasana or on a chair, accompanied by deep, long breaths. Practicing this mudra with both hands provides significant benefits for spinal issues and nerve pain. This practice is divided into four parts:
Method: To perform Kati Mudra: Benefits: Duration: Perform this mudra twice a day for 20 minutes each time using the method described below. Special Instructions: By regularly practicing Kati Mudra, you can not only relieve back pain but also strengthen your spine and back muscles, enhancing your overall posture and reducing the likelihood of future injuries.
Method: The Simple Shankh Mudra is an accessible variation of the traditional Shankh Mudra, designed for ease of practice while still offering profound benefits. To perform this mudra: This configuration should resemble the shape of a conch shell, symbolic of purity and clarity in many spiritual traditions. Benefits: Duration: Practice this mudra for 15 minutes, three times a day for optimal results. Additional Tips: By incorporating the Sahaj Shankh Mudra into your daily routine, you can experience a range of health benefits, from improved digestion and vocal health to enhanced mental clarity and emotional balance. This mudra is a powerful…
Method: Before or while doing this mudra, chant the sound “Om” for a while and then feel the resonance within yourself. This practice can be done for a long duration. Benefits: Perform this mudra for 15 minutes, three times a day, for all types of throat diseases, digestive disorders, vocal cord issues, and thyroid gland problems. It is also suitable during prayer. Precaution: If you feel weak or gain weight due to practicing this mudra, discontinue it. Special Note: Shankh Mudra has incredible potential to enhance the power of words and speech, making it extremely beneficial for speakers and teachers.…
We have previously described several mudras for conditions such as colds, coughs, and asthma, including Surya Mudra, Kubera Mudra, and Shwasani Mudra. However, these mudras are not completely effective in alleviating dry cough. In northern India, during the winter months from November to February, mornings, evenings, and nights are very cold. However, during the day when the sun is out, it is not as cold, and there is bright sunshine. In this season, humidity is very low, and numerous germs and toxic elements accumulate in the atmosphere. This situation is extremely harmful to respiratory patients, especially for the throat and…
Throat pain and inflammation can be quite uncomfortable, often caused by infections like pharyngitis or other irritations. This mudra practice can provide natural relief by balancing the body’s elements and enhancing its healing capacity. Method: To perform this mudra, you will combine Surya Mudra and Akash Mudra: Duration: Benefits: Additional Tips for Relief: Special Considerations: By incorporating these mudras into your daily routine, you can harness the body’s natural healing power to alleviate throat pain and inflammation effectively.
Method: Benefits: Special Notes: This mudra and additional practices offer a holistic approach to managing asthma by integrating specific hand positions with breathing techniques and lifestyle modifications.