Cure Your Diabetes Through Pranayama

Friday, December 18, 2009, 4:13
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Diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life. Though the exact cause of diabetes is not known properly, it is believed that both genetics and environmental factors like obesity and lack of exercise play important roles. There are many medications and insulin injections available in the market. But can you cure diabetes by pranayama? Yes you can cure diabetes by pranayama.

Pranayama is the breathing process or the control of the motion of inhalation, exhalation and the retention of vital energy. One can control the rhythms of pranic energy with pranayama and achieve healthy body and mind. Pranayama breathing techniques are not only effective in the control of diabetes, but can also cure the disease as well. Regular practice of pranayama can cure diabetes by reducing blood sugar levels. It also reduces the blood pressure, weight, the rate of progression to the complications, and the severity of the complications as well. The symptoms related to diabetes are also reduced to a great extent.

There are several types of Pranayama mentioned in Hatha Yoga. One of the basic preparations for Pranayama is Nadi shoudhan Pranayama or alternate nostril breathing. This type of pranayama can cure diabetes as alternate nostril breathing has calming effect on nervous system, reduces stress levels and thus helps in diabetes treatment. It has been found that Bhasrika and Bhramari Pranayama can help in curing diabetes. Bhasrika Pranayama is revitalizing Pranayama, which increases oxygen levels and reduces carbon dioxide levels in the blood. In bhasrika pranayama, the abdominal muscles and diaphragm are used which puts pressure on the internal organs. Bharamari Pranayama has calming effect on mind, brain and nervous system. But before practicing these Pranayama, one must learn and practice deep breathing, fast breathing, alternate nostril breathing and Bandhas. Source