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Rechak-puraka pranayam -- a yoga asana for better digestion

Suffering from indigestion? Here are is a pranayam that might help relieve the problem.

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Written By: Pavitra Sampath | Updated : June 5, 2015 2:58 PM IST

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Rechak-puraka pranayamRechak-puraka pranayam is a type of breathing technique that involves inhalation and exhalation without the need to hold your breath an aspect that is fairly common to most other forms of pranayams. When performed, rechak-puraka pranayamactivates all the organs of the digestive system, relieving problems like indigestion, acidity, constipation and diarrhea. Italso helps your entire endocrine system function optimally. It stimulates the adrenal glands, pancreas, ovaries (in females), testicles (in males) and aids in the proper functioning of the respiratory and circulatory system.

Steps to do thispranayam:

  • Start by sitting in SukhasanaorPadmasana. Remember to keep your back straight, your face looking forward and keep your arms resting on your knees with your palms facing upwards. Join your index finger and thumb, extending the other three fingers outwards.
  • Now, exhale slowly through both your nostrils and simultaneously pull your stomach inwards such that you contract your abdominal muscles. This will help expel air from your lungs. Make sure your lungs are completely emptied.
  • Next, hold that position for a few seconds and then start inhaling slowly through your nostrils. Inhale as deeply as you can, so that your abdominal muscles and chest expand. Make sure you do this gradually and not abruptly.
  • Once you have inhaled completely, start exhaling again. Follow this cycle ten to fifteen times.

Try doing this form of pranayam about ten times initially and then gradually increase the number of times you practice it.

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Tip: While there are no real restrictions in performing this pranayam, it is best you perform it under the guidance of a trained yoga instructor.

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Pavitra Sampath

Pavitra Sampath

A Microbiologist and a Hospital Administrator by profession, Pavitra now wants to share her passion for health with the world. A lively, vivacious and kindred soul, with a passion for writing she aims to make all aspects of health non-taboo. You can reach her on ... Read More