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Pranayam MODULE-5
Yogic Practices
Contra-indications: People suffering from low blood pressure, respiratory
disorder, excessive mucus, sensitive teeth, chronic constipation, hypothyroidism
and hypoacidity should not practise this Pranayam. It should not be practised by
the person having artificial teeth.

Benefits-

This practice cools the body and mind.

It induces muscular relaxations and mental tranquility. Note

It helps to reduce blood pressure and acidity.

It controls hunger or thirst, gives feeling of satisfaction.

Helpful for nausea.

It removes excessive heat, therefore, it is beneficial in summer.

Fig.21.4: Sheetkari Pranayam

21.3.5 Sheetli Pranayama

As the name ‘sheetal’ suggests cool, calm and soothing; this Pranayam also
helps us in achieving the same in practice. For this open the mouth and extend
the tongue outside of the mouth, rolling it from the sides to form a tube. Inhale
through the tube and exhale through the nose slowly and deeply.

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