Pranayama

Pranayama is a deep breathing technique in yoga with its origin in India. Prana means ‘life force’ and ayama means to ‘draw out’. It supplies your body with fresh oxygen, something that it needs in abundance to function optimally. It is one of the most effective ways to get rid of toxins. It also helps relieve stress, anxiety and tension.

Fitness fanatic Shilpa Shetty does pranayama like a pro and you should do it too

Posted By Aishwarya Iyer, July 19, 2018 at 10:16pm

In other words 'pranayama' is literally a way to control one's breath rightly.
Yoga for twice a week alleviates depression

Posted By Saswati Sarkar, July 11, 2018 at 08:18pm

Dirga Pranayama (Three-Part Breath) is known to be one of the most comforting and relaxing breathing exercises that can take away your depression.
5 asanas to curb your monsoon maladies

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, July 11, 2018 at 05:00pm

These yoga postures and pranayamas can help you beat rain induced ailments.
Hair fall? Try these yoga poses says expert!

Posted By Aishwarya Iyer, June 19, 2018 at 09:12am

Besides practicing mindful these mindful exercises one should also take care of what they eat and have plenty of water through the day.
Why yoga during pregnancy could do wonders for you?

Posted By Editorial Team, May 23, 2018 at 10:14am

Yoga helps you in slowing down to connect with your baby and the transformation you are experiencing.
World Hypertension Day 2018: A yoga teacher tells you 5 ways to beat hypertension

Posted By Editorial Team, May 17, 2018 at 05:10pm

Simple tips to prevent hypertension.
Can pranayama help you overcome drug addiction?

Posted By Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti, December 19, 2017 at 05:14pm

Here's what our expert from Akshar yoga has to say about drug addiction and pranayama.
Anulom Vilom - 6 changes you will see in yourself when you do Anulom Vilom for a week

Posted By Sandhya Raghavan, December 06, 2017 at 04:31pm

Say bye to migraines and insomnia with Anulom Vilom.
Beat unhealthy food cravings with this easy breathing exercise

Posted By Tania Tarafdar, August 18, 2017 at 02:40pm

You will never give in to those 4 pm cravings.
World Thyroid Day 2017: How Ayurveda and yoga can help manage hypothyroidism

Posted By Sandhya Raghavan, June 21, 2017 at 05:33pm

Expert says that hypothyroidism can be effectively managed through diet, yoga and herbs.
5 breathing exercises or pranayama to beat anxiety

Posted By Tania Tarafdar, May 18, 2017 at 07:03pm

Try these techniques to calm your anxious and stressed mind and let us know in comments if it worked for you.
6 yoga asanas to help you deal with your snoring

Posted By Tania Tarafdar, October 03, 2016 at 10:01am

These asanas will clear your air passage while improving your lung capacity. Try them out.
The emotional journey of breast cancer survivor Mrs. Swapna Rao

Posted By Dr Anitha Anchan, August 16, 2016 at 09:33am

Breast cancer survivor Mrs. Swapna Rao narrates her story about living and coping with the disease and her journey of survival.
5 breathing techniques or pranayama for instant energy boost

Posted By Tania Tarafdar, August 05, 2016 at 12:03pm

Whenever you feel tired, perform any one of these pranayamas or breathing techniques for an instant boost of energy.
Feeling drained out? Take a deep breathe to re-energise

Posted By Bhakti Paun Sharma, May 19, 2016 at 03:30pm

A deep breath is all you need for instant burst of energy.
5 breathing exercises to improve focus and concentration

Posted By Tania Tarafdar, May 16, 2016 at 06:44pm

These breathing techniques or pranayama will take only 10 minutes of your time and make you very productive at work.
Shilpa Shetty's favorite deep breathing technique for detoxification

Posted By Tania Tarafdar, March 14, 2016 at 10:57am

Kapalbhati pranayama will rev up your metabolism and help release toxins. Hit play to learn how you can perform it.
Your newborn keeping you up? This deep breathing technique will help you sleep peacefully

Posted By Tania Tarafdar, March 10, 2016 at 03:18pm

Finding it hard to fall asleep because of the cranky newborn? Try practicing this breathing technique.
3 breathing exercises to help your child beat exam stress

Posted By Tania Tarafdar, March 03, 2016 at 09:41am

These breathing techniques will help your child stay calm and relieve exam related anxiety.
This yoga pose will relax your mind and help you sleep

Posted By Ravleen Wadhwa, June 15, 2015 at 05:04pm

If overtiredness makes you sleepless or your thoughts just don't seem to rest -- this pose will help you relax.