3. Sitakari
The practice of Sitakari has a cooling effect on the body and hence it is beneficial to practice it in summer. Sitakari Pranayama immediately quenches thirst.
Technique: Sit in the position of Padmasana or Siddhasana. Let the tip of the tongue touch the plate. The middle part of the tongue should touch the lips. Draw the air in through the mouth with a sibilant sound (si…si…si…). Hold the breath for as much time as possible. Then exhale through the nostrils.
Advantages:
1. Sitakari Pranayama relieved one of hunger, thirst, sluggishness and drowsiness.
2. It eliminates harshness of the gland known as Rrdragranthi.
3. This Pranayama prevents bile from increasing.
4. The constant practice of this Pranayama increases the physical strength and elevates the mental power of he aspirant.
The practice of Sitakari has a cooling effect on the body and hence it is beneficial to practice it in summer. Sitakari Pranayama immediately quenches thirst.
Technique: Sit in the position of Padmasana or Siddhasana. Let the tip of the tongue touch the plate. The middle part of the tongue should touch the lips. Draw the air in through the mouth with a sibilant sound (si…si…si…). Hold the breath for as much time as possible. Then exhale through the nostrils.
Advantages:
1. Sitakari Pranayama relieved one of hunger, thirst, sluggishness and drowsiness.
2. It eliminates harshness of the gland known as Rrdragranthi.
3. This Pranayama prevents bile from increasing.
4. The constant practice of this Pranayama increases the physical strength and elevates the mental power of he aspirant.