• Browse by Tags

Fastest Growing Health Industy & Career Opportunities for Medical Assistants

Posted by Rajesh on 1:48 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under , ,

Healthcare industry is one of the fastest growing industries today, which gives promising, lucrative career opportunities for Medical Assistants. The Fastest growing industry will need a high proportion of support personnel, particularly medical assistants who can handle both administrative and clinical duties. One can easily grab this fastest growing career opportunity by getting formal training at Medical Assistant Schools.

Employment Opportunities:
Sources from Department of Labor, project excellent job prospects for Medical Assistants. It is projected to grow much faster than average, ranking medical assistants among the fastest growing opportunity over the coming 2009-20 decade. Job opportunities should be excellent, particularly for those with formal training. Most Medical Assistants work in doctor’s offices, hospitals, clinics or other health care units. A Medical Assistant assists with administrative tasks and minor procedures to keep the doctor's offices and health care facilities running smoothly.

In addition, medical assistants work primarily in outpatient settings, a rapidly growing sector of the health care industry. Job seekers who want to work as a medical assistant should find excellent job prospects. Medical assistants are projected to account for a very large number of new jobs, and many other opportunities will come from the need to replace workers leaving due to retirement. Those with formal training or experience should have the best job opportunities."

Medical Assistant Training Online: St. Augustine School of Medical Assistants now provides a convenient and affordable online medical assistant program designed to train Medical Assistants to function effectively as an integral member of today’s fastest growing health care industry!

St. Augustine School of Medical Assistants offers flexible online medical assistant education and training certificate programs for all, Working Adults or aspiring professionals.

You can now become a Medical Assistant in just 6-8 weeks.
Enroll, Get Trained and realize your dreams!

For more information & details on Medical Assistant Schools & Programs.

BuyBlogReviews.com

Continue reading...

Are We Eating Healthy Foods ?

Posted by Rajesh on 6:10 PM
No comments yet
This item was filled under ,

Most of times we forget about the nutritional values of foods when planning our meals. After all, it's so much easier to just stop at our favorite fast food restaurant on our way home from work.

We know we should be eating more healthy foods, but most of us aren't quite sure where to start. Here are some things to look for when trying to plan healthier meals.

Are we eating lots of fruits and vegetables? The majority of us do not eat adequate amounts to keep us healthy. Experts recommend that we eat between 5 to 9 servings every day. That adds up to about 2 cups of fruit and 2 1/2 cups of vegetables. Choose a variety of vegetables and fruits in different colors. Dark green vegetables like spinach, for instance, contain more nutritients than lighter colored vegetables.

Are we eating grains and cereals? Besides the well-known benefits of dietary fiber, grains and cereals provide many important nutrients for our health. Whole grain breads and cereals are much preferred over refined white breads or rice.

Are we eating a wide variety of foods? They say that variety is the spice of life. In reality, it's the basis of a healthy diet. Our bodies need food from all of the food groups to function at peak performance. These food groups consist of grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy products, meats, beans and nuts. Sorry...candy is not a food group.

Do we have breakfast every day? Yes, it's true: breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Eating a good breakfast will give us the energy we need to make it through the morning and help eliminate those high-fat splurges.

Do we drink plenty of water? Soda and coffee may be liquid but they do not replace the water that our body needs. We need at least 16 ounces of water each day to keep ourselves hydrated and flush out the impurities that we may have accumulated in our digestive systems.

How much fat do we eat? Dietary fat is our enemy. Even though our bodies need a certain amount of fat, most of us consume 200 to 300 percent more than we need. That's a scary thought! So, when we are making our food choices, look at the labels to see how much fat is contained in the food item. Vegetables and fruits are naturally lower in fat than meats.

How much salt, sugar and alcohol are we eating? Here again, moderation is the key. Serious problems can occur when we overdo. Salt can lead to water retention, weight gain and heart problems. Sugar, when eaten in large quantities over a long period of time can contribute to diabetes. And, excessive alcohol consumption is bad for the kidneys.

Our body will tell us when we are not getting (or when we are getting too much) of a certain kind of food. If we are gaining weight, we know we are either eating portions that are too large or we are eating foods that are high in fat. Feeling tired can mean that we're not getting the nutrients from the foods required by our body to function.

Eating healthy foods is not as difficult as it sounds. In a nutshell: drink more water, eat less fats and sugars, and eat more fruits, vegetables and grains.

Continue reading...

Help alleviate tension headaches, neck muscle and joint sprains and strains, ligament sprains and arthritis discomforts.

Posted by Rajesh on 6:51 PM
No comments yet
This item was filled under , , , , , , , , ,

Core Memory Foam Cervical Orthopedic Pillow : Premium 100% viscoelastic memory foam is a mark of high quality seen in only the best memory foam pillows. It responds better to body heat, to conform to the unique shape of your head and neck for soft comfort and stabilize existing neck conditions. Its gentle support makes it ideal for use during the first stage of care in our TriCare Circle of Health, the Accommodate stage. http://www.coreproducts.com/cj/asp_catalog/catalog.asp?pca=284 It is also an excellent choice to help alleviate tension headaches, neck muscle and joint sprains and strains, ligament sprains and arthritis discomforts. The Mid-Size Core Memory Pillow's 19" x 12" (48 cm x 30 cm) surface, proportioned for adults and teens, lends added comfort, while two neck lobes - 3" and 4" high - allow you to further customize the level of support. The removable soft, plush pillowcase, promotes soothing rest. Discuss with your physician and decide which one is right for you. And begin enjoying the comfort you crave.

Continue reading...

Shirshasana - Yogasana

Posted by Rajesh on 6:53 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under ,


As pointed out earlier this is actually a variety of Viparitakarani mudra. It is popularly called the head stand as in it one stands on the head, which is called 'shirsha' in Sanskrit. Sitting on the seat with the feet behind and knees in front, the head is lowered down. The fingers of both the hands are interlocked into each other, and keeping the elbows on the seat a comfortable distance apart, the head is placed on the seat supported from behind with the hands. Care should be taken to see that the top of the head and not the forehead touches the ground. This is essential because otherwise the neck would bend when the body is held inverted, which may cause undue pressures on the cervical vertebrae. After setting the head, hands and the elbows on the seat, the knees are brought as near the head as possible, making the back erect in an inverted position. The hips should be raised slowly. Now the knees are raised from the seat without any jerk, keeping the legs folded. This is. most important stage which must be mastered completely before proceeding further. Balancing the weight of the body on the triangular base with the head at the apex, and keeping the legs still folded at the knees, the thighs are now raised slowly until they become perpendicular to the ground. When steadiness of balance is achieved at this stage, the legs may be stretched ultimately, so that 'the body stands erect on the head. Some persons try to learn the procedure with the help of a wall. But that is not necessary at all. If one proceeds stage by stage, not hurrying up impatiently to throw the legs up at once, the posture can be learned and kept steady in a short time. While coming to the starting position the legs should be folded first, then the thighs should be lowered, and ultimately the knees may be kept on the seat. It is not necessary to stand up and remain standing for some time after completing the posture as is advised by some yoga teachers. Holding the body upside down helps the veins to carry blood to the heart by the force of gravity, and also helps to remove congestion from the limbs and abdomen. Circulation of blood in the head is promoted. Ordinarily a time of two minutes may be ideal for this pose. One should begin with ten to fifteen seconds and increase the time gradually.

Continue reading...

Surfing and Yoga- Good Reasons Why This Combination Works

Posted by Rajesh on 6:50 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under , ,

Surfing is one of the most thrilling sports there can be on sea. But unlike most sea sports, it does not require machinery of some sort. All you need in surfing are: a board, surfing gear, rippling waves and a sense of adventure. But just like any other sport, surfing can also drain your energy and patience. It can be grueling especially to the neophytes, as it requires perfect mind and body coordination. To have a body in total harmony with your inner self to get your body in the best surfing condition, surfers will recommend one thing and that is to practice yoga!

You might think that surfing and yoga are far out from each other but you are wrong. Both have similar concepts that really blend well to give you a better life. Here are five reasons why surfing and yoga is a great combination.

1. Yoga and surfing have a common denominator. They are ways of life.
Yoga is more than an exercise as surfing is more than a sport. Both are ways of living that help make people attain a fuller and more complete life. They also help you know more not only about yourself but also about your surroundings: yoga seeks enlightenment of your spirituality while surfing makes you one with nature. The yoga world is also similar with a surfing moment; a place of freedom, a place of peace, a place without time... Either way, you become your better person as you completely immerse yourself in the activity and in the process, rest your mind and spirit to release your fullest.

2. Surfing without exercise such as yoga can have health repercussions.
Although surfing is a good exercise, it is not perfect because it is not completely symmetrical. Surfing does not work all body parts as it concentrates only on some especially the shoulders and arms. In the process, the rest of the body does not get its proper exercise. That is why it is always recommended that surfing be paired with a form of exercise that gives emphasis on stretching such as yoga. Yoga can work the body parts that are not frequently worked out in surfing. With that, you are ensured that you have a complete activity for your entire body.

3. Yoga will teach you patience in surfing.
Starting to surf may be difficult to some people who do not have the skill of balance pros have. However, with a little more practice, you can gain more knowledge about reaching your body's equilibrium but this may take time. Some may learn to surf in only a few days but some may take several weeks or months with a very long learning curve. With the help of yoga, meditation and breathing can make you become a more patient student surfer. The extended patience that you gain from practicing yoga can also be helpful while waiting for those surf quality waves to practice on.

4. Yoga will increase your strength and flexibility on the board.
Yoga can enhance your self-awareness and make your body and mind exist in perfect harmony. Yoga will sharpen your concentration, enabling you to attain perfect equilibrium. Because yoga includes stretching and different forms to be followed, it will improve the flexibility of every part of your body. Flexibility is the key to constancy on top of the board while surfing a wave. Flexibility gained by practicing yoga also helps you move with more freedom, balance and comfort. And in this area, it is obvious how yoga can really be helpful.

5. Yoga will help you improve posture and breathing.
Just like in yoga, proper posture and breathing is also important in surfing. You reach maximum performance when your body has proper amounts of oxygen taken in and is in the proper position. With yoga, you will learn to breathe and pose better. Yoga benefits such as minimized tension on the body especially on the back and the shoulders can maximize surfing performance. Proper breathing and posture will give you strength and balance that can increase stability while you glide on the waves.

Surfing and yoga is a perfect complement that assists in excelling each other to higher levels and that is why most surf schools have yoga activities as well. The pair not only enhances your spirituality and physicality but also harmonizes your mind and body in perfect balance. So the next time, before you surf, practice a few minutes of yoga and breathing. Then you'll realize that surfing is not only a purely physical activity but can have spiritual liberation effects as well.

Continue reading...

Mayurasana

Posted by Rajesh on 6:48 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under ,


‘Mayur’ is a Sanskrit word and it means peacock. Thus, mayurasana is a posture which assumes the shape of peacock during the asana. In this posture one has to hold his whole body on like a stick on both his elbows. It is also known as peacock feather pose and bent arm balance.

Steps of performance

Sit on the both of your upper scales and place your knees on the ground. Now, stretch your fingers on your hands and place your palms on the ground. At that time fingers will remain stretched and pointing backward. Now, place your elbows on either side of navel and do the whole process gently. Slowly and gradually stretch the both legs together and come little forward comfortably. Now, raise the upper part of your body. After raising upper part of your body, straightens your legs like a stick and also it should keep horizontally. Keep straight your neck, chest and also head. Hold the position for few minutes. Return to original starting position with slowly folding your legs and placing the knees on the ground. Now, raise your hands from ground and sit comfortably on the soles.

Benefits of mayurasana

Mayurasana is the best exercise to awakening the Kundalini Shakti. This is an effective method for weakness of semen. It is also useful for congestion of vagina and also makes semen thick. It is also helpful for those women who have menstrual disorders. Mayurasana counters food poisoning. If one having problems with lower abdomen, it provides relief then.

Mayurasana is a good exercise for liver as well as pancreas. It is very helpful for diabetic patients also. It is best asana for strengthen arms, shoulders, abdomen and back. Mayurasana is helpful to improve balance. It develops the chest. This exercise has good effect on the expelling action of the colon. It is beneficial for obesity, constipation and piles.

Mayurasana is very regenerative and also quite stimulating. This asana is very effective for digestive organs. In this posture blood is concentrated and sent to the digestive organs and which is toned up by the intra-abdominal pressure.
The asana stimulates and enhances the pranic flow to the pericardium meridians.
This asana is a very good measure against visceroptosis and dyspepsia. After few months practice of this posture, it provides total orgasm at the time of intercourse. Mayurasana is very beneficial to cure many illnesses. It is helpful to calm the brain and helps relieving stress and mild depression.

Continue reading...

Practice Yoga and Enjoy Every Day

Posted by Rajesh on 6:44 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under

Starting your day off with a short Yoga session, can change your outlook for the entire day. Yet, there are some people who manage an eternally optimistic view of life and have never consciously practiced Yoga. If, or when, they visit a class, they will find themselves surrounded by like-minded positive energy.

How many people do you know who really enjoy life? Take the time to observe their common qualities. You will notice how they look forward to each day. They wake up each morning, anticipating the best possible day. Passion for life fuels positive energy and creates a long-term state of enthusiasm.

In Yoga, positive visualization, and positive affirmations, are taught in order to create a healthy frame of mind. One could naturally be an optimist, but it is nice to have the formula for optimism so close at hand. A Yoga class can also help on those occasions when we feel less motivated.

Once the mind is positively charged, we can look forward to each opportunity the day presents to us. This is in stark contrast to those who see life as an endless trail of tasks, with problems around every corner.

Unfortunately, the negatively-charged mind will drain itself of energy and naturally, work toward draining the energy out of anything surrounding it. You can recommend Yoga, but a pessimist is very uncomfortable when surrounded by enthusiasm, optimism, and self-improvement.

If it is possible for a pessimist to continually practice Yoga over the course of months, you will begin to see a change in him or her. It will not happen instantly, but he, or she, will begin to anticipate opportunities in life. You may even notice that goal-setting skills will follow this person's new found positive outlook on life.

Yogic breathing techniques, (Pranayama), are unconsciously practiced by everyone. Have you observed people sigh, yawn, or huff for natural reasons? Some people, who have never heard of Pranayama, take a deep natural breath every time they feel stressed.

In Yoga classes, we practice Pranayama to link the mind and body. Pranayama helps us be more present in our practice, but it can be a life saver, and a mood changer, in daily life. Try to focus exclusively, and purposely, on drawing out a natural breath, if you are near a conflict.

Once you have managed to breathe slow, steady, and smooth, during a crisis, you will notice that you are not swallowed up into the conflict. Your opinions should be even-handed, and constructive, as a result of Pranayama.

In Yoga, this is a form of breath awareness, which is nice to learn in a classroom setting, but much more valuable, when applied toward daily life situations.

Continue reading...

Practise Yoga To Balance Your Life

Posted by Rajesh on 6:43 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under

Yoga was a big thing during the 60s. However, it soon began to drop in popularity. People undertaking yoga as an exercise soon lost patience with the activity, due to its slow but steady results, and turned their interest to a faster pace of exercise such as aerobics. However, yoga has turned once again in the popularity ratings and become a very attractive form of exercise for people who are interested in working out rather than working towards a spiritual goal.

You will find that yoga is a great stretch and flexibility program. It is being used increasingly by those who have trouble balancing their work and personal life. The personal lives of modern day executives are affected by a stressful working environment and a frantic schedule, so they turn to yoga to help them bring a little peace to their mind and to adopt a perfect work-life balance.

It is also agreed by many runners, weight trainers, and aerobic dancers that exercise regimes do in actual fact add more stress to their lives rather than reducing it.

Many people use their lunch hour to work out, forcing themselves to keep up their exercise regime, and then return in a rush back to work. Yes, maybe this is good for them, but it is just an added pressure. Well, yoga is much less competitive, less stressful, and it gives you a wonderful sense of being.

The key to its renewed popularity is almost certainly its healing aspect. When people push their fitness levels they are bound to suffer with strained knees, aching backs and neck pains which are generated not only by the physical power that they put into it, but also the stress of making it a competitive world. Yoga is nowadays being recommended to patients by many orthopedic surgeons, chiropractors, and neurologists as part of their treatment plan.

The ancient practice is growing in interest in the mind-body connection and it is also boosted by research that suggests that it can reduce stress and blood pressure, as well as improve work performance and even slow down the effects of aging.

Mainstream hospitals and business are now teaching several techniques. This is being done using books, discussion groups, and even using the Internet.

The Army is even interested. It has requested that the National Academy of Sciences study meditation and other new age techniques that may enhance soldiers' performance.

Details do differ. However, a common theme is relaxing the body while the mind is kept alert and focused, whether it is on an object, sound, breath or body movement. If the mind wanders, and it generally does, you can gently bring it back down and begin again.

Stress related problems do in actual fact account for 60% to 90% of U.S. doctors visits, whilst mind-body approaches are very often more effective and cost effective, than drugs or surgery. For instance, 70% of insomniacs become regular sleepers, 34% of infertile patients become pregnant within six months, and visits to the doctor are reduced by 36%.

Continue reading...

A Beginners Guide To Yoga

Posted by Rajesh on 6:41 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under

Many people are crazy about yoga. The reason most people practice yoga is
that it makes them feel better and feel more in shape. The different poses
and postures make their body flexible and healthy. Yoga for most is the best
natural way to relax and unwind. If you are interested in keeping your body
in shape, this might be the best exercise for you.

Did you know that yoga could help fight certain illness that may come your
way? There has been research that proved yoga helps you to control anxiety,
reduces asthma, arthritis, blood pressure, back pain, multiple sclerosis,
chronic fatigue, epilepsy, diabetes, headaches, stress, and more.

Yoga has a lot of benefits and advantages. All in a day's work, it can reduce
tension and stress. Of course, after a heavy day, you will feel that your
muscles have been stuck up and you will feel wasted.

If you do practice yoga, you may see an increase in your self-esteem. It is
important to gain confidence so that you may face people without worry.

Yoga is good for the body in increasing your muscle tone, strength, stamina,
and flexibility. If you are too heavy, or conscious about your body shape,
yoga can help you lower your body fat and help you stay in shape. Yoga
exercises can burn excess fat and give you the desired figure that you want.

If you need time to relax and forget your responsibilities, then yoga will be
good for improving your concentration and can enhance your creativity. Yoga
helps you to think positively because it can help keep you free of your
anxieties. If you have a fresh mind, you can easily think good thoughts.

Your body needs to relax often. Sometimes, at the end of the workday, you an feel exhausted. After some of the hardest days, we may not find time to
unwind because troubles at work are still on our mind. Yoga helps you to
clear your mind and create a sense of calmness and well-being.

Yoga exercises help you improve your blood circulation. Your organs and veins need to be exercised for them to function properly. Yoga can help stimulate your immune system, which can help keep you free from diseases.

Some people practice yoga to get enlightened. They believe that yoga will
help them lift their spirit and keep them relieved. Yoga works differently
for people, be it spiritual, emotional, psychological, mental, or physical.

Many people think that yoga is only for spiritual, or religious, people. But
that myth is wrong. Even if you are not religious, you can do yoga. You will
see and feel the difference, and at the same time find out how it works for
you.

Due to the pressure and demands of life, we are stressed out and forget the
essences of our lives. We tend to lose touch with the ones we used to spend
time with, even ourselves.

We find ourselves rushing most of the time with deadlines and hassles at our jobs. This leaves us little time for our minds to wander and have that physical awareness.

These are a few things that yoga can provide. Occasionally, dedicate some
time to relax and unwind, which only yoga can do.

Continue reading...

Practise Yoga As A Lifestyle To Share The Secret Of Positive Energy

Posted by Rajesh on 6:39 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under

Yoga will change the outlook of the entire world. If there is anything the world could use more of, it is positive energy. All you have to do is listen to the news, or read today's newspaper, to have your enthusiasm drained from you.

How often do you see a heart warming story on the front cover of the daily newspaper? Let's look at Yogic methods for cultivation of positive energy.

There are many forms of Yoga, but the world, outside of India, is most familiar with the physical form we know as Hatha Yoga. So, let's work with what most of us know. Get a daily dosage of low-impact exercise. Just a light warm-up in the morning and a light relaxing stretch in the evening, will exponentially improve your frame of mind.

The positive results of steady physical exercise affect much more than your appearance. You will feel better physically, mentally, and emotionally, as a result of regular practice. Your energy levels will increase from the regular practice of Hatha Yoga.

Make sure your diet is nutritionally dense. How often do we hear about the positive results of eating vegetables, fruits, whole grains, etc.? In Yoga, this is called the Sattvic diet. It has been around for thousands of years.

The Sattvic diet is sometimes called the Yoga diet, but the principles are easy to understand. It is basically about eating food in moderation and in its most pure state. Raw vegetables and fruit are more nutritionally dense than overcooked, salted, sugared, and processed foods.

In the case of sugar consumption, we know the pitfalls, but the resulting energy peaks, throughout the day, are sometimes taken for granted. Many of us run around in search of our next "sugar high." In contrast, the Sattvic diet will yield steady energy from whole vegetarian foods, which contain natural sugar and high fiber.

Moderation is an important component of the Sattvic diet because overeating is discouraged. Due to the steady amount of raw food consumed, people in cold climates will want to heat their food during the colder seasons. Consuming cold food in a cold climate, over long periods of time, can take the pleasure out of eating.

Another Yogic method for cultivation of positive energy is to keep the passion for life going. Your work, hobbies, interests, and talents, can be interwoven to help others and give you satisfaction. All you have to do is meditate and reflect on your life. As a result of your self-reflection, you will find your deep and meaningful purpose in life.

Continue reading...

YOGA... Why It's Important To Start...Now

Posted by Rajesh on 6:36 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under

Yoga has been practiced for thousands of years in India but it has taken the attention of the west only in the late 19th century. Before it became popular, people in the United States thought that yoga was a mere peculiar activity invented to distort the body to come up with different positions for some strange reasons. Even until now, some people are still skeptical about yoga and refuse to undertake it. Sad to say, these people do not know the benefits they are missing.

If there is anytime that is best to begin a yoga practice, it is now. There are so many reasons why it is important for you to relive your life this very instant and yoga can be that ultimate solution.

First things first, not all myths about yoga are true. To set things straight, yoga is not a completely religious practice so you could set aside the religious issue right at the start. Yoga is also not about mind over body; it is about their "unity", which is in fact the literal translation of the word "yoga" itself. The practice is not about repetitively reaching your toes as many times as possible; it is about proper breathing and mental focus while maintaining a certain position. There is nothing superstitious about it. In fact, modern science has already long confirmed the benefits of practicing yoga and the list becomes longer as more researches are being conducted year after year on the benefits of yoga.

Yoga is not only an art and a science. It is a lifestyle, an exercise, a therapy, a preventive cure and a medical treatment all rolled into one. Yoga is a complete way of living that can improve your life and you as a person. It is the perfect physical and mental therapy to have the most blissful life you once thought you could never experience. That is why beginning yoga now will bring you that much closer to reaping the benefits of the practice as early as possible.

Yoga has a many physical benefits to offer. It increases the flexibility of the joints, tendons and ligaments of the body. It also tones your body absent the dreadful lifting of weights. The most apparent effect of yoga on the body is loss of weight that is why yoga is also a popular exercise. Yoga is in fact the most holistic form of exercise. It exercises those body parts that are not consciously worked out upon even by gym addicts.

Another revolutionary advantage of practicing yoga is its health benefits to the body. It massages and stimulates all organs of the body. It in effect becomes the perfect preventive measure to avoid diseases, including the life-threatening ones. By becoming more attuned to the body and what the body is telling you, some yoga practitioners have also attained a heightened awareness to impeding illnesses. Yoga also detoxifies the body because all the stretching makes the blood circulate to every part of the body, so every part of the body gets the right amount of oxygen supply. In fact, it has been known to relieve or improve different kinds of medical conditions like high blood pressure, asthma, diabetes, arthritis, heart diseases, varicose veins, obesity, respiration problems, body pain and chronic fatigue. Of recent, researchers have found incredible effects of yoga on HIV-diagnosed persons and the benefits are truly promising.

Most of the prevalent diseases in urban areas originate from a common problem and that is stress. Yoga can help to alleviate stress that work or school may bring you. It also has other mental benefits such as reducing body tension and boosting self-esteem. It increases self-awareness, focuses attention and relaxes, calms and clears the mind. It is because it allows the mind to concentrate on the self and the body, which brings about positive effects including improvement of mood and attitude to a better you. As a whole, it brings your emotions into equilibrium, giving you a more positive disposition in life.

But the truth of the matter is that these are mere "side effects" of the real benefits of yoga. Yoga makes you learn more about yourself, your mind and your body. It will give you a sense of enlightenment, where every inch of you meet in a dimensional space where everything is ecstatically immaculate. Its goal is to fuse every part of you, the physical, mental, intellectual and spiritual levels. In fact, it is no secret that yogis are generally happy people with a zest and appreciation for life.

The world is a busy place. Busy people usually live a routinary life that sometimes, they forget to take care of themselves. In fact, modern day diseases are mostly caused by lifestyle and work. Most people who acquire these illnesses are too busy to exercise and give time to themselves. To become a better person, you must act on it and the best time to do that is right now.

Change your life by changing your lifestyle and the best beginning could be through the practice of yoga. So, before saying "no", try giving yoga a shot and you may realize that it is the final answer you have been unknowingly searching for all along.

Continue reading...

Aloe Vera Juice for Healthy Digestion, Weight Loss, Detox and AntiAging

Posted by Rajesh on 6:43 AM
1 comments
This item was filled under , , ,

The use of aloe vera for health and healing is popularly known. We have used aloe vera for health and healing for centuries. The aloe plant is related to the onion/garlic plant and also the lily plant. It's appearance is very similar to cactus. Aloe vera contains nineteen amino acids, twenty minerals e.g. calcium and magnesium, enzymes, polysaccharides, nitrogen and twelve vitamins. These compounds account for its popularity as a source of nutrition, a healing agent, and valuable cosmetic enhancing agent as aloe aids in the elimination of dead skin cells.

Aloe is most popularly known for it's external application for skin disorders, wounds, and sunburn. However, many of us are discovering the tremendous health benefits of aloe for internal use taken in juice form. Aloe vera helps heal internal tissue damage as effectively as it helps heal external tissue damage and promotes new cell growth. Aloe vera has been used as an anti inflammatory in treating various stomach disorders. Those of us suffering from indigestion or irritable bowel syndrome have received relief from aloe vera juice. Used for it's laxative action, aloe vera helps eliminate toxins e.g. heavy metals. Aloe vera also reduces stomach acid which is the cause of heartburn i.e. acid reflux. A healthy digestion system is essential for maintaining optimal health and preventing illness and disease caused by toxins that are reabsorbed into our bodies if they are not eliminated.

Because of aloe vera's beneficial effects on our digestive system, it has become an efficient and effective aid for weight loss. Aloe vera helps to reduce and stabilize our body mass index as it promotes the metabolism of fat content. As aloe vera juice helps to assimilate protein in to our bodies and provides a high content of collagen protein, it helps promote the availability of more energy for our daily physical activity. Many of us use aloe vera juice before, during and after our exercise sessions as it promotes muscle development which is vital for the burning of fat and weight management. Aloe vera juice also reduces the amount of time food stays in our intestinal system through it's elimination promoting properties. This greatly promotes cleansing of toxins and waste which is essential when we are participating in a weight loss program.

Along with strengthening our immune system with vitamins and minerals, aloe vera juice balances blood sugar levels and aids in the reduction of cholesterol and blood fat lipid levels. Also vera actually helps our bodies absorb the vitamins and minerals we are receiving from other sources giving greater nutrition to our cells. Aloe vera as an enzyme aids in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and protein. Aloe Vera juice improves our blood circulation by stimulating our capillaries to dilate and helps regulate our blood pressure as well as fighting infection in our blood and body with anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties detoxifying our blood. This action in our blood helps our immune system protect us from onset of disease and so gives us a feeling of well being and energetic living.

As an anti inflammatory, aloe vera promotes the healing of our bones and joints. We have used aloe vera externally in gels to soothe sore muscles and joints due to stress, over use, arthritis, etc. Used internally, aloe vera juice promotes the relief of pain and the increase of recovery from the inside.

Drinking aloe vera by itself can be a daunting task because of the taste. However we have available to us various aloe vera juices flavored with natural fruit juice flavors to enable the drinking of aloe vera juice to be a very pleasant as well as a beneficial health experience.

Continue reading...

11 Superior Home Remedies for Indigestion

Posted by Rajesh on 6:38 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under ,

Home Remedies for Indigestion. What is Indigestion?

Indigestion, also known as upset stomach or dyspepsia, is distress or a burning sensation in the upper abdomen, often followed by nausea, abdominal bloating, belching, and sometimes vomiting.

Indigestion might be caused by a disease in the digestive tract such as ulcer or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), but for many people, it results from eating too much, eating too rapidly, eating high-fat foods, or eating during stressful conditions. Indigestion accompanied by smallness of breath, sweating, or pain radiating to the jaw, neck, or arm.

Indigestion is very ordinary and most people have it from time to time. Indigestion may be psychological in basis and connected with stress. Indigestion may be a symptom of such situations as ulcers and gall bladder inflammation.

Indigestion Symptoms

Symptoms may include pain and distress in the upper abdomen belching and loud intestinal sounds (borborygmi)nausea, constipation, poor appetite, diarrhea, flatulence. Symptoms include nausea, heartburn, abdominal ache, gas suffering, and a feeling of abdominal distention.

Here is a list of some best Home Remedies for Indigestion:

Home Remedies for Indigestion

1) Orange is effective Home Remedy for Indigestion as it gives relax to the digestive organs and supplies nutrition.

2) Ground cardamom seed mixed with ginger, cloves and coriander is an effective Home Remedy for Indigestion.

3) A teaspoon of seeds of ajwain with a little rock salt is a superior remedy for indigestion.


4) One good Home Remedy for Indigestion is to put some lemon juice or cider vinegar in a glass of water and drink it before the meal.


5) In 1 glass of water, add 2-3 drops of mint essence and drink after every 4 hours to remove indigestion

6) Peppermint is a superior for indigestion. Those who are prone to heartburn may take peppermint tea. It will assists indigestion with out causing heartburn.


7) Mix 2 pinches of rock salt and 1/2 tsp carom seeds (ajwain). Chew it and wash it down with water for stomach trouble or indigestion,

8) Make a mixture of 5-6 chopped basil (tulsi) leaves, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and some black pepper in 3 tbsp of curd, and then eat it. Repeat this 4 times a day for one week for total reconditioning of stomach.


9) Add three drops of garlic oil to an half a cup of soya oil and massahe onto the stomach after food.


10) Drink a herbal tea of mint, raspberry and blackberry to remove indigestion.

11) Drink a glass of water with a tablespoon of baking soda for immediate relief. This is simple and effective Home Remedy for Indigestion.

Continue reading...

Toothache Remedy: A Pain in the Mouth

Posted by Rajesh on 4:43 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under ,

Anyone who has ever suffered from a toothache knows how painful it can be. Does it seem that for some reason, toothaches most often strike on a weekend or late at night when you can't get in touch with your dentist? What can be done to ease this pain when your dentist isn't available?
Most often, tooth decay, abscesses, impacted teeth, gum problems, or sometimes something as simple as a piece of food being lodged between the teeth can cause toothaches. Some diseases not associated with the mouth can also cause toothaches, such as heart disease, sinuses, and ear infections. Sometimes toothaches can simply be due to temporary sensitivity. Toothache pain can range from mild to severe. It is always a good idea to rinse your mouth with water and gently floss, in case a food particle is the culprit. In the event that this does not work, there are some other remedies to try to relieve your ache until you can consult a professional.
Over-the-counter pain medication such as aspirin or Tylenol is available for short-term pain relief, as are antiseptics and gels. These things will numb the area. Your pharmacist can recommend different brands and explain what they do. Through the years, home remedies for toothaches have sprung up. These remedies can be either medicinal or herbal in nature.
1: One of the most popular toothache remedies is clove oil. You can either use the liquid form or the actual clove. Rubbing clove oil on the tooth is believed to relieve the pain from a toothache. Clove oil contains eugenol, which is a natural pain killer and an antibacterial substance.
2: Another remedy for toothaches is to mix lime juice and asafoetida powder. Asafoetida is a spice used in Indian cooking. Soak a cotton ball in this mixture and rub it on your tooth and gum. This will help to ease your pain. You can also try adding 1 tbsp of salt to ½ cup of boiling water. Put this combination in your mouth, as hot as you can bear it. Then swish it around the problem area. You can also gargle with Listerine Antiseptic, as this has been known to bring relief as well.
3: Another home remedy is to pour a few drops of vanilla extract on the tooth, as this has been known to ease the pain. You can even crush a clove of fresh garlic and mix it with peanut butter and apply this to the tooth. Does this sound disgusting? Maybe - but it has been known to help. Chewing on ice on the side of the mouth in pain will help as well.
If the above remedies work only temporarily, a sure fire remedy is to visit your dentist. In the line of prevention, the dental community recommends brushing twice daily, flossing at least once a day, and making an appointment for a dental cleaning every six months.

Continue reading...

Meditation For Beginners

Posted by Rajesh on 3:24 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under ,

This content is the preface of the book “Meditation For Beginners” by Tejguru Sirshree Tejparkhiji.
For more info log on to http://www.tejgyan.com/


Ignorance is the disease; Understanding is the remedy,
Unawareness is the problem; Awareness (self-awareness) is the solution.….......................Tejguru Sirshree Tejparkhiji

Attention is not meditation. Meditation is not Concentration. Meditation is cont contemplation. The word ‘meditation’ originated from spirituality. In India, spiritual seekers understood the deeper aspects of ‘meditation.’ But today the word ‘meditation’ has become commonplace and is being used without its deeper meaning. It has therefore lost its significance. In Hindi language, the connotation of the word meditation and the word attention has become the same today. “Dhyan” is understood as attention, not as deep inner meditation.Meditation is an attribute. It is an attribute of the Witness. The Witness that is called differently by different people… God, Allan, Self, Self-awareness, Consciousness, etc. Meditation is that source which is present even in deep sleep – self-awareness – even in the state of unawareness.

Meditation simply means ‘doing nothing.’ For some people ‘doing nothing’ is very difficult. How can we do ‘nothing?’ Someone asks you, ‘what should I do to get sleep? What can be done to get sleep faster?” Then the best answer to tell him, ‘you have to do nothing to get sleep. Just go and lie down. If you try to get sleep, then sleep shall not come to you. You can sleep very easily without making any effort.’ In the same way, meditation is also a process in which there is no need to do anything. You simply have to be present.

The techniques, which have been designed to kick start meditation or improve concentration, have also been called ‘meditation.’ These so-called meditations or concentration practices is a path to self-meditation. Self-meditation means meditation of the ‘Self’. This is the real aim of meditation. Just improving concentration is not the goal of meditation. The word ‘Self-Meditation’ is more appropriate than the word ‘meditation’. Concentration is ladder in the path of meditation. Concentration improves with meditation. But if someone is meditating with the aim of improving concentration, then he is taking the least benefit of meditation. Many a times it so happens that someone begins on the path of meditation to attain ‘Self-Realization,’ but he becomes very happy with improved concentration having gotten some powers and strays away from his real goal.

Meditation has also been understood as a Yogic Practice. Meditation (awareness) is necessary in every field of life. No work can be done without meditation. Meditation is essential for all activities of life. All your senses affect the body. Whenever your senses are directed externally and are involved in external things, then all the energy of your mind gets exhausted in the external objects. Therefore, it is necessary that you have some control over your senses. Meditation enables this. Through meditation, it is possible to direct the energy, which is being consumed in the external world inward. To shift the mind from external objects and stabilize it inside is the beginning of meditation.

This book has been written for beginners of meditation. Yet it can be useful for everybody – even for those who practice meditation regularly. While reading the book, practice regularly by following the instructions that have been given in the last chapter of this book ‘The Method and Technique of Meditation.’ Just as you can’t learn swimming only by reading a book on swimming, similarly you don’t get the benefits of meditation, you don’t get absorbed in meditation only by reading a book on meditation. Therefore, practice is necessary. Congratulations to you for your decision to make ‘meditation’ a part of your life. ….................................................Sirshree
Also See-
Complete Meditation- From doing meditation to being meditation.
This book is the most comprehensive book on meditation which guides you on the path of meditation, whether you are a beginner, a seeker, a disciple or a devotee. It answers questions according to the level of the seeker at each stage. It systematically explains the methods and techniques of meditation which benefit you in every aspect of life. It ultimately reveals that meditation is our true nature and takes you on a journey of spiritual evolution from doing meditation to being meditation. It shows how meditation not only helps to release stress, but is a path to attain supreme consciousness.

Continue reading...

Five Easy Ways To Have Optimal Health

Posted by Rajesh on 3:20 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under

Everyone can improve their health by simply following these guidelines. Be optimistic, eat right, exercise, sleep well, and find purpose for your life. Follow these and you will become healthier, happier, and more productive.

1. Put away fear and worry and find joy. There are health professionals who recommend not watching or listening to the news. Reading the daily newspaper in the morning starts your day off on a negative path. The news brings you crisis after crisis, tearing you down.
Change your thinking to one of optimism and gratitude. Thinking of things you can be thankful for is a great exercise every morning. Be thankful for life, for family, for the ability to see and to think. It doesn't matter what you put in the blank. The important thing is to develop a thankful heart.

2. Eat right. Eat more whole foods, less processed foods, and overcome your addictions to junk food. That is hard to hear and perhaps even harder to follow, but it is so vitally important to your overall health.
Besides eating the right foods you need to be careful not to overeat. Overeating causes us to age faster, increases wrinkles, and greatly increases our chances of acquiring many diseases such as cancer, heart disease and diabetes. If you need to, decrease the amount of food you eat.
At the same time increase the percentage of whole foods in your diet. Whole foods improve your health and improve your immune system. Eat 7-13 servings of fruits and vegetables each day and reduce the amount of sugar and salt in your diet. You will notice a difference in your energy level and your overall health.

3. Get adequate sleep. If you do not sleep enough your body is not going to function efficiently. It will even slow down your metabolism and make it harder for you to lose extra weight. Also, a lot of hormones are secreted in high levels during sleep which allows your body to recuperate and repair. For example, if you are an athlete or a body builder, not getting enough sleep will increase your chances of injury or failure.

4. Exercise regularly. The average person should try to exercise every day, raising their heart rate a little bit and keeping it there for 20 minutes or so. If you cannot do it every day or every other day, at least do it every three days. Studies have shown that after being sedentary for 72 hours the body's metabolism starts to decrease.

5. Find purpose in your life. Even people who have experienced horrendous illness have been able to survive for a long, long time because they had a reason to live. They have become incredibly useful individuals within their family and social and community spheres despite their illness.

These five guidelines are very basic and within reach of most people. Followed closely they can lead to a longer, healthier and a more fulfilling life.

Continue reading...

Low Back pain - Ayurvedic Management

Posted by Rajesh on 3:09 AM
1 comments
This item was filled under ,

Low back pain is one of the most common pain disorders today .It is a chronic condition characterized by a persistent dull or sharp pain per the lower back. It may be also associated with burning, stiffness, numbness or tingling with the pain shooting down the buttocks and the legs.

When we stand, the lower back functions to hold most of the weight of the body. When we bend, extend or rotate at the waist, the lower back is involved in the movement. Low back ache is often precipitated by moving, lifting objects or twisting of the waist. Severe pain in the low back can be quite debilitating to patients. Pain in the lower back restricts activity and reduces work capacity and quality of enjoyment of everyday living and turns daily life into a misery.

Survey indicates that 70 per cent of the people suffer from low back pain at some time in their lives. The highest rate of back pain occurs among the 45 to 64 year age group. The incidence of low back pain is greater among women. In 90 per cent of the patients, low back pain resolves within six weeks, i.e. self limited. In another 5 per cent the pain resolves by 12 weeks. Less than 5 per cent of back paid account for true nerve root pain.

Causes: One of the common causes for the backache is poor posture habit. Balanced posture decreases stress on your back by keeping the muscles, bones and other supporting parts in their natural position. Any change from normal spinal curve can stress or pull muscles. This leads to increased muscle contraction, which causes pain. Low back pain can result due to health problems like osteoporosis, scoliosis, spinal stenosis. Sprain or strain of muscles or ligaments in the area can also manifest in low back pain. Other possible causes include fibromyalgia and benign or malignant tumours. A fall or blow to the back can strain or tear tissues around the spine, or even break a bone leading to back pain. Lack of exercise or incorrect exercise can also lead to low back pain. Too much weight or overweight also is a cause of low back pain.

Treatment: Conservative treatment is the most likely course of action for most patients. Treatment options include rest, Traction, Short wave diathermy, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, weight control, steroid injections in step by step order.
If a patients does not get relief after 8 to 12 weeks of conservative therapy surgical intervention is considered. The most common surgical procedure is a discectomy, which involves removing the soft gel-like material in the disc. This procedure returns the disc to a more normal shape, relieving the pressure on the nerve. the neurosurgeon can also perform a foraminotomy, which is a procedure designed to expand the opening the nerve travels through.

Drugs and knives don’t always work because from 60% to 90% of disease is not the result of structural injury, but rather of the mind-body response to stress

Ayurvedic Perspective: Ayurveda holds that low back pain is a result of vitiation of one of the three principal 'doshas'. 'Kateegraham'/'Prishtasoola' or low back pain is an indication of Vata aggravation and bone and muscle weakness.

Ayurvedic Treatment: Treatment in Ayurveda is to bring the vitiated 'dosha' back to the state of equilibrium and thereby to the state of health. For treating low back pain, internal as well as external treatments are done. Herbal preparations like 'Asthavargam' are administered internally. Daily purgation is recommended to restore the vitiated 'dosha' to the state of normalcy.

Ayurvedic Panchakarma treatments like Abhyanga (oil massage), Basti (meditated enema) are very much helpful in relieving backache and correcting abnormalities. Drugs like Yogarajaguggulu, Lakshadiguggulu, Triphala Guggulu, Maanarayana tailam are useful in this condition.

Yoga and Yogasana: The source of the pain is due most often to pushing oneself beyond physical or emotional capacity. The spine needs stability and, therefore, the mind must first be steady. So, the first step is to learn to relax the mind and focus on the specific areas of back pain. With practice, you can redirect the body's energy and affect the pain.
Among the Yogasanas ,when there is pain, start with simple back-bends, such as Locust, Cat, and Sunbird. To keep the spine aligned practice Hero Pose.

Caution- Before trying any of these postures, consult with a yoga teacher or therapist to determine the best postures for your condition.

Continue reading...

Branches Of Yoga

Posted by Rajesh on 3:03 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under

People have used yoga techniques for more than 2,000 years. Over these centuries, yoga has developed into a system of widely varied practices, much like an ancient tree with many branches.

Each branch of yoga was developed to serve specific human needs. As a general rule, though, they all serve one primary purpose: to bring into equilibrium the human mind and body.
Let's take a closer look at 5 of those branches of yoga.

Hatha Yoga: If enhanced well being is your goal, you should consider the practice of hatha yoga. In addition to meditation, which is a common technique in4 all yoga branches, hatha yoga teaches a series of postures (known in yoga terminology as asanas) and breathing exercises (called pranayamas). Hatha yoga is considered to be one of the primary antecedents of modern physical therapy.

Karma Yoga: Another popular branch is karma yoga, which operates under the principle that everything that happens to us in our life is a direct consequence of our past actions. As a result, karma yoga encourages practitioners to eliminate negativity and selfishness from their current lives, to avoid having to deal with future consequences. Karma yoga is practiced throughout one's day, including at work. Activities undertaken with the goal of helping other people, such as volunteering at a soup kitchen, are associated with the karma yoga path.

Raja Yoga: A branch of yoga which places an even greater emphasis on meditation is raja yoga. Known also under the name of classical yoga, raja is a more advanced discipline. Practitioners usually start with hatha yoga in order to prepare the body for this advanced training. Studies have shown that people attracted by this form of yoga are generally more introspective and more drawn to profound meditation. Various religious groups devote themselves to this yoga path, which is similar to a monastic or contemplative lifestyle.

Jnana Yoga: This branch of yoga is directed mainly to scholars. It involves development of the intellect through the study of yoga tradition, scripts and texts. It is also known to be the yoga of the heart and wisdom. Although it is described as the most difficult of all yoga practices, jnana yoga is also considered 1 of the most direct and rewarding paths.

Bhakti Yoga: Bhakti yoga promotes the ideal of devotion. The principle message of this yoga path is the presence of something divine in every form of creation. Hence, it is important to tolerate, accept and respect any form of life with which we come into contact.

In Conclusion: These are only a few of the numerous yoga branches and paths. Whatever your needs, you can find a suitable yoga practice and, through it, find equilibrium and inner peace.

Continue reading...

Daily Health Tips

Posted by Rajesh on 3:00 AM
No comments yet
This item was filled under

There is an Arabian proverb which says, he who has health has hope and he who has hope has it all. Contrary to the belief, living a healthy lifestyle is not complicated or time consuming.
Here are a few daily health tips to burn calories and stay fit while you work, play or even drive.
As you wake up sit up slowly. Do not use your hands. Straighten your legs and lean forward. You then feel a gentle stretch in your back and hamstrings. Hold; then using your abs, lower yourself flat. Rest and repeat a couple of times. This exercise strengthens the core.
This is a daily health tip which you can practice as you make your morning cup of coffee or tea. Stand sideways. Put one hand on your kitchen counter. Lift the outside leg straight out in front of you, keeping it extended. With your upper body straight, hold for a few seconds and move it to the side. Hold and extend it behind you. Repeat 5 to 10 times with each legs. This exercise tones up your outer thighs, hip flexors and quadriceps.
Use slim milk for your coffee and tea preparation. Opt for whole grain preparations and cereals rather than instant food. Have a protein heavy meal earlier in the day as you may eat less as the day progresses. Hard boiled egg is a good choice as it makes you feel full and you will not feel tempted to snack before lunch.
Every time you apply brake while driving, squeeze your derriere, holding it for 10 seconds. You will develop buns of steel.
Snack smart by grabbing an apple. It is packed with fiber and water. So the stomach will feel full and save you a few calories which you would otherwise gain by snacking on cookies. Whenever you converse over the phone, stand up and pace around. Walk up to a colleague who is seated farthest from you and deliver the daily messages. Take the stairs whenever possible. Carry some weight when you go on grocery shopping or running errands.
Sit in your chair with your back straight and your feet on the floor, squeeze knees together and gently bring them toward your chest. Do it a couple of times. It will strengthen your abdominals.
Start with a clear soup for lunch or dinner. You fill feel fuller and subsequently eat less. After dinner, while still sitting at the table, extend your leg out; slowly bend it up and down. Squeeze and hold in the up position for at least 5 seconds. Repeat with the other leg. It sculpts the quadriceps.
Finally, before you tuck in, lie on your back on the floor with your legs up on the edge of the bed or chair. Slowly bend your knees, lifting your hips off the floor. Hold for five seconds, relax and repeat for a few times. It firms up hamstrings and core. The above daily health tips will help you burn the calories throughout the day. You may not even realize it until you find yourself stronger, healthier, sharper, leaner, more energetic and feeling years younger in mind, body and spirit

Continue reading...

Breathing Meditation

Posted by Rajesh on 3:09 PM
No comments yet
This item was filled under

The process of breathing, of respiration, of the fundamental movement of inspiration and expiration, is one of the great miracles of existence. Breathing not only unleashes the energy of life, but it also provides a healing pathway into the deepest recesses of our being. To inhale fully is to fill ourselves with the energies of life, to be inspired; to exhale fully is to empty ourselves, to open ourselves to the unknown, to be expired. It is through a deepening awareness of the ever-changing rhythms of the primal process of breathing that we begin to awaken our inner healing powers–the energy of wholeness.

Breathing Awareness–An Integral Part of Meditation:
For thousands of years, breathing awareness has been an integral part of meditation, an integral part of the journey toward our own essence. For our breathing, especially when it is soft and full, can attract our awareness deep inside the extraordinary temple of our body, where it can help awaken our inner dimensions of spaciousness and silence. The energy of breathing, when it is experienced in the full light of our interior consciousness, can help animate and harmonize our being at every level.

The following breathing meditation is the first of a very simple series of breathing practices. Do not, however, underestimate its power. If you can work with this breathing meditation every morning for a minimum of 15 minutes over a period of several weeks, you will begin to experience its many beneficial effects both on your body and your psyche.

Begin the Meditation:
Sit quietly for several minutes, either cross-legged on the floor or on a chair (without leaning against the back of the chair). Be sure that your spine is erect yet supple. Your hands should be folded gently together in your lap or palms down on your knees. As you sit, sense your weight being supported by the earth and allow the whole sensation of your body to enter your awareness and come to life.

Now, simply follow your breathing as you inhale and exhale. It is through following our breathing through our sensation that we begin to open to the power of breath. During inhalation, sense the temperature and vibration of the air as it flows from the tip of your nose through your nasal passages, throat, and trachea on its way into your lungs. During exhalation, sense the air going up and out of your lungs through your trachea, throat, and nose. (Do not manipulate your breathing in any way during this practice.)

After at least five minutes, rub your hands together several times, put them over your navel, and sense your belly. How does your breathing respond to the warmth and energy from your hands? As you continue to follow your breathing, can you sense your belly expanding (or wanting to expand) as you inhale and flattening (or wanting to flatten) as you exhale, without losing your awareness of the air as it enters and leaves your lungs?

As you begin to observe more clearly these movements of your breathing, you may start to experience a sense of energy deep in your belly, at the level of about an inch or two below your navel. During inhalation, you may feel this energy filling your entire belly. During exhalation, you may feel the energy becoming more compact and concentrated. Really let yourself experience (and enjoy) this expanding and contracting sense of energy in your belly as your breathing continues.

Continue working in this way with your breathing for another five minutes or more. When you’re almost ready to stop, give yourself a couple of minutes to sense the energy, or at least some of the energy, being absorbed into the cells of your belly and back toward your spine. Then bring your attention back to the whole sensation of yourself just sitting there, breathing. Watch, sense, and feel everything that’s taking place, including your breathing, until you are ready to stop. See if you can sense yourself as a breathing being.

Continue reading...

Breathe To Health

Posted by Rajesh on 3:04 PM
No comments yet
This item was filled under

Do you know this?

  • More than 200 diseases are caused by simply breathing incorrectly.
    Heart attacks, cancer, pneumonia and even speech problems can be improved by how well you breathe.
  • The metabolic waste is eliminated from the body by Defecaiton-3%, Urination-8%, Perspiration-19%, and alone BREATHING -70%
  • Our lungs are in peak condition in our 20s and then it declines for every decade by 10 to 25%

Its never too late to Learn how to Breathe correctly. You can make an Amazing difference to your Health.

Life is but a series of breaths. Breath is life. We can live a long time without food, a couple of days without drinking water, but life without breath is measured in minutes. Something so essential deserves our attention. Breath is the most important of all the bodily functions.

Proper breathing is one of the most important things you can do for maintaining your health. There is a right way and a wrong way to breathe. Children breathe deeply, from their diaphragm. As we age, however, our breathing shifts to the chest and becomes shallower and more rapid. Deep breathing is best.

Take a few minutes each day to practice breathing deeply. You can use this simple deep breathing exercise in your daily routine. You should breathe in this ratio:

  • Inhale for 1 count.
  • Hold for 4 counts.
  • Exhale for 2 counts.

Forex- you inhale for 3secs, hold for 12secs, and exhale for 6secs.

Continue reading...