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GROW TALLER WITH YOGA

Sunday, December 26th, 2010

By Dr. Rita Khanna

The entire human organism is controlled by the hormones. Every system, every organ, every tissue, every cell is guided in its functioning by hormones. Any imbalance results in disease. In children, various hormones, many minerals, and nutrients play the role in good height growth. Hormones are the products secreted by the endocrine glands. The endocrine glands are ductless glands, which discharge their internal secretions directly into the blood stream, and greatly influence the relationship between our mind and body.

Various, ductless glands of the body are the pineal, the pituitary, the thyroid, the parathyroid, the thymus, the adrenals, pancreas, ovaries, and testicles. Height, stature, the shape of the face, the appearance, intelligence, bodily development, the complexion, the color and characteristic differences between men and women, such as the temper, the voice, the growth of the hair, mental and physical capacity, the formation of the body, and even the emotions are regulated by the functioning of these glands.

HUMAN GROWTH HORMONES (HGH)

HGH is a substance produced by a gland in the brain, called the pituitary gland. This gland is often called the master gland because it controls many of the other glands in the body. It is about the size of a pea, and it lies above the roof of the mouth, beneath the brain. Growth hormone prompts the liver to make a substance, called insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1).

These growth factors, along with growth hormone itself, travel through the bloodstream and cause growth and development to occur throughout the body. Major organs that synthesize IGF-1 are the human placenta, heart, lung, kidney, liver, pancreas, spleen, small intestines, testes, ovaries, large intestines, brain, bone, and pituitary. Improper secretions of the pituitary gland, and shortage of hormones, may result in abnormal growth.

GROWTH PLATE

Bow pose - yogaThe growth plate is the area of growing tissue, near the end of the long bones in children and adolescents. Each long bone has at least two growth plates – one at each end. The growth plate determines the future length and shape of the mature bone. When growth is complete, sometimes during adolescence, the growth plates close, and are replaced by solid bone. Whether a growth plate is still open, or not, can only be known through an X-ray. For those whose growth plates are still open, an increased amount of human growth hormone can lead to height increase. Growth hormone does not only serve to increase children’s height, it also helps transform fat into muscle. It helps to build up and maintain bones, and to maintain other organ functions.

yoga instructor certificationYOGA INCREASES YOUR GROWTH HORMONES OR HGH

Yoga is the safest way to boost human growth hormones, without any side-effects. The proper growth and functioning, of the various parts of the body, is possible only when there is a balanced secretion of all these hormones. Asanas balance the hormonal secretions from the various glands and affect the function of the pituitary, as do various breathing exercises that stimulate the brain. Any Asana, where the head is lower than the heart, will result in increased blood flow to the brain, and benefit the pituitary gland and its functions.

YOGA ASANAS FOR HEIGHT

fish pose - yoga• Asanas, recommended for increasing height, are Tadasana, Trikonasana Suryanamaskara, Shavasana, Sarvangasana, Matsyasana, Halasana, Paschimottanasana, Dhanurasana, Chakrasana, Sethubandhasana, Vajrasana, Shashankasana, and Usthrasana. They maximize the harmonious interaction of the endocrine hormones, secreted by the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands during the adolescent growth spurt. Minute concentrations of vital endocrine secretions, including growth hormone from the pituitary, calcitonin from the parathyroids, and thyroxin from the thyroid gland, control the rate and extent of physical growth and metabolism.

• Dynamic and static Asanas, such as Pada-hastasana, Paschimottanasana, Halasana, Yoga- mudra, Matsyasana, and yoga teacher certification course Supta- vajrasana, which exert a powerful stretching effect upon the vertebro-spinal axis, hips and legs, profoundly influence the nervous and arterial plexuses, supplying and innervating the epiphyseal growth plates of the spine and long bones (femur and tibia). They promote maximal nutrition, and contribute to the development of the skeleton, before fusion of the epiphyses occurs – usually by the 16th year.

• Pranayama, such as Bhramari and Ujjayi, are very relaxing to the brain. When the human mind is relaxed and stress-free, it will increase the production of Human Growth Hormone (HGH).

• Besides Asanas and Pranayamas, proper diet for the bones and muscles is a must. It should include water, protein, become a yoga teachercarbohydrates, iodine, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and iron.

• An adequate quantity of sleep is also required to increase the height, and makes the body stronger. During deep sleep, growth hormones, produced by your pituitary gland, are released into your blood stream, and travel through your body, causing the thickening and lengthening of your bones.

• Do not forget to laugh, because laughter has numerous healing powers, and is also the best medicine for generating Human Growth Hormone.

Below is a technique of Sethu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose) for height growth:

yoga posture alignmentTECHNIQUE

• Spread mat or double-folded blanket on a flat ground.

• Now, lie down straight on your back.

• Bend each leg, at the knee, one-by-one.

• Both knees should touch each other.

• The heels and the toes should also touch each other.

• Take the heels quite close to the buttocks.

• Feet flat on the floor.

• Keep your hands, by your sides, parallel to the ground.

• By pressing the palms on the ground, lift the waist up.

• The middle part of the body should be lifted up, as much as possible, and it should be supported by both hands.

• The fingers, of the hands, should remain on the outer side, and the thumbs should point inwards.

• The waist should be supported with the hands.

• The arms, between the shoulders and the elbows, remain parallel to the ground, and the forearms, between the elbows and wrists, remain vertical to the ground, as a pole.

• Now, very slowly – straighten your legs one-by-one, with the right leg first, then the left leg.

• Both – thighs, knees, calf muscles, heels, and toes of the feet should touch each other.

• There should not be any angle at the knee joint.

• In this way, the shape of the whole body will be like a fly over a bridge.

• Hold this pose for as long as you are comfortable.

• When releasing the Bridge Pose, slowly fold the legs first, one-by-one, then remove the hands and put them on the sides of the body; slowly put the body back down on the floor.

• Relax.

BENEFITS

The Sethu Bandhasana enhances the functioning of the endocrine system, which regulates secretion of the hormones. It increases flexibility and elasticity of the body, strengthens the lower back, abdominal muscles, and opens the chest. By the practice of this Asana, the vertebrae of the spinal column, shoulders, upper arm, both forearms, elbows, wrists, palms, fingers, neck, back, waist, thighs, knees, and the calf muscles, experience energy and vitality. By its regular practice, one becomes free from psychological abnormality, if any; and obtains a life filled with good thoughts, hopes, and joy.

If one follows the above Yogic lifestyle, religiously, which includes regular Asanas, Pranayama, adequate sleep, and a healthy diet – one can ensure maximal growth and development of the body.

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She believes firmly that Yoga is a scientific process, which helps us to lead a healthy and disease-free life. She is also actively involved in practicing alternative medicines like Naturopathy. Over the years, she has been successfully practicing these therapies and providing succour to several chronic and terminally ill patients through Yoga, Diet and Naturopathy. She is also imparting Yoga Teachers Training.

At present, Dr. Rita Khanna is running a Yoga Studio in Secunderabad (Hyderabad, India).

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RELIEF FOR VARICOSE VEINS THROUGH YOGA

Saturday, December 11th, 2010

By Dr. Rita Khanna

Yoga therapy, not only brings relief to sufferers with a varicose veins condition, but also aids in correcting and restoring damaged veins to their former condition. By regular practice of Yogasana, and Pranayama, it is possible to save oneself from such an irreparable situation, and it is possible to arrest further deterioration. Many patients have reported great improvement in their condition – with regular and consistent practice of Yogasanas.

This is especially true of early cases where damage is not yet severe. Extreme cases require medical consultation and therapy, because the great danger is the collection of blood in one spot, resulting in the clotting of blood. Blood clotting can occur in any part of the vein, and the clot can move with the circulation of the blood. It can clot in the leg, but it can also clot in the vein, pertaining to the heart or lungs, as well as brain. Under such circumstances, emergent proper medical treatment has to be taken, and no Yogic exercise should be undertaken unless the doctor advises.

THE NETWORK OF VEINS

There are two systems of leg veins – the superficial veins and the deep veins. The superficial veins lie closest to the skin, and the deep veins lie within the muscles of the leg and the thigh. The superficial system enters the deep system in two places – in the groin and behind the knee. In addition, there are a number of perforating veins, along the leg and thigh, which interconnect the two systems. Varicose veins develop where the two systems are connected to each other.

HOW DO VARICOSE VEINS DEVELOP?

Blood is pumped from the heart, to the legs, through arteries. The pumping action is established, as the muscles of the thighs and calves contract while walking. These repeated contractions squeeze, and milk the blood upwards, along the veins, towards the heart. The entire process of sending blood back to the heart is called the venous pump. Once it has supplied oxygen and nutrients to the legs, blood returns to the heart through the veins. To complete this process, blood must flow upwards against gravity.

Healthy veins return blood to the heart and lungs so it can be re-oxygenated. A system of valves makes this happen, by allowing the blood to flow in only one direction – up. When valves fail or leak, gravity causes blood to flow backwards and pool inside the vein, and the vein swells. This causes a varicose vein in the superficial veins in the legs. They often look blue, bulging, and twisted.

CAUSES

A hereditary tendency, excessive pressure on the legs or abdomen, hormonal fluctuations during pregnancy, repeated delivery as well as very quick deliveries, miscarriages, menopause time, dietary deficiencies, loss of skin elasticity due to aging, prolonged standing or sitting, constipation, constrictive clothing, wearing high-heeled shoes, lack of exercise, obesity, and repeated heavy lifting, are probable causes.

SYMPTOMS

Aching, heavy legs, ankle swelling, itching, burning, cramping, restlessness, throbbing, and a brownish-blue, shiny skin discoloration around the veins.

YOGA THERAPY

Asanas, which allow the stagnant pooled blood to drain back to the heart, permitting damaged veins to resume more normal dimensions, and facilitating valvular competence are the:

Ardhapawan-Muktasana, Pawana-Muktasana, Naukasana, Urdhvamukh- Paschimottanasana, Chakrasana, Sarvangasana, Shirshasana, Vajrasana, Janushirasana, Paschimottanasana, Shashankasana, Tadasana, Pada- Hastasana, Suryanamaskara, and Shavasana.

Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand) is considered to be the most effective Yogasana in the treatment of varicose veins. While doing this Asana, try to remain in the posture for at least 3 minutes. It increases the circulation of blood and also reduces the pressure of the blood that has collected in the veins. Remember to rest in Shavasana after any inverted posture. If you find difficulty in performing this Asana, try the following technique:

TECHNIQUE

• Lie flat on the floor, resting your legs in an inverted position on a chair or straight up against a wall.

• Breathe deeply through your nose, using the belly breath.

• While inhaling, let the abdomen rise to its limit, and at exhalation, let it fall completely.

• Keep watch on each breath with closed eyes.

• The deep breathing creates a pull in your chest cavity that also draws blood from the legs to the heart.

• Fresh blood then enters your legs, easing the pain.

• Do this pose twice daily for about ten minutes; the discomfort will start diminishing.

Beside the above Asanas below are a few simple exercises, which can be done by anybody, and are helpful in this condition. They are:

• Sit with your legs extended on the ground. Feet together – inhale and gently press the toes downwards, for a period of counting 10 – release while exhaling. Now, press backwards towards the body for a period of counting 10 – release while exhaling. Repeat 7-10 times.

• In the same way, the whole part of the leg, including sole, is to be pressed in front, as well as pulled backwards; feet apart slightly about 6 to 8 inches, inhale, and press the soles forward, slowly, for a period of counting 10, and release while exhaling. Now, press backwards, toward the body, for a period of counting 10 – release while exhaling. Repeat this process 7-10 times.

• Feet together, rotate them slowly, clockwise 7-10 times, with the breath, and slowly anti-clockwise for 7-10 times. Inhale, while pressing the feet forward. Exhale, while pressing the feet backwards. Do not raise the heels while rotating.

• Bend the right leg, place the right arm under the right thigh, and hold the right wrist with the left hand. Raise the right leg up to an angle of 90 degrees and move the leg clockwise 7-10 times, and then anti-clockwise for 7-10 times. Repeat this process with the left leg, also.

• Make an “L” shape with the hands (fingers together, thumbs apart) and keep them just behind the hips; palms down. Lean back and support yourself on the forearms. You can first take support from the right hand – thereafter, on the left hand. In this position, the shoulder and head will remain lifted up. Lift the whole body, which is situated under the navel. Now, bend both the legs from the knees; raise them up off the floor, and start cycling with natural breathing. Do this 7 times clockwise, and 7 times anti-clockwise. Cycling is especially beneficial for the veins and muscles of the thighs. (If you can’t sit in this position, then just lie down on the back and do it).

PRANAYAMAS

Bhramari Pranayama and Omkar recitation help get relief from pain. One should do these as much as possible, every day.

SOME MORE SUGGESTIONS

• Keep the legs elevated as much as possible, to drain the pooled blood from the veins. If you work at a desk, support the legs horizontally rather than down in the usual position.

• Avoid crossing your legs while sitting, since it cuts off blood flow, and increases pressure in leg veins.

• Avoid standing unnecessarily for long periods of time. If this is not possible, then keep the muscle pump actively working, and moving the blood, by walking around, or flexing and contracting the leg muscles, as much as possible.

• Walking is beneficial, as the movements of leg muscles help push the blood upwards. It results in creating muscle pressure and relaxation of the muscles; thereby, the blood circulation and control is well maintained. One should also remember that anything, in excess, is bad. It is good to walk long distances, but those whose body is not efficient, and very fit, should avoid very long walks, as this could also lead to this problem of varicose veins.

• There is a special way of walking, which will bring relief. The heel is brought to the ground first with each step, and then the calf muscles are consciously used to lift the heel of the back foot as it comes forward – increasing the ‘spring’ in the step.

• Don’t wear heels taller than an inch. When you wear high heels, you don’t utilize your calf muscles enough while walking, and these muscles are responsible for pumping blood back to the heart from ankles.

• Sleeping, with the feet raised slightly, above the level of the heart, helps the blood flow away from ankles. Keep a pillow under the feet, instead of under the head. One may lie down on the ground, raise the legs, and support them on a cot or sofa; in this way, the advantages of Uttanpadasana can be obtained.

• During pregnancy, rest frequently, because your growing uterus is putting added pressure on the veins in your lower body, blood flow can become strained, causing larger and swollen veins in your legs, vulva, and rectum. Increasing hormones also relax the walls of your veins, as well as the ligaments and joints in your body. The less you exert your body, the less pressure you will put on your veins.

• During pregnancy, lying on the side will aid venous return, by shifting the pressure off the inferior vena cava in the abdomen. Alternatively, the pregnant woman can relax, lying fiat on the back, with the feet against the wall or on a support.

• Use of elastic stockings prevents further deterioration, but this is not an instrument for cure of the disease. During the day, the stockings can be released periodically, the leg elevated and massaged, and then the stockings re-applied. At the end of the day, the stockings are removed.

• Massage of the legs is very effective in bringing relief from the ache of varicose veins. It is most pleasant and relaxing in the evening, when the limbs are tired. The movement should be towards the heart, squeezing and milking the tissues of blood.

By adopting simple measures regularly, such as these, much relief can be gained.

AUM SHANTI

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Dr. Rita Khanna

Dr. Rita Khanna is a well-known name in the field of Yoga and Naturopathy. She was initiated into this discipline over 25 years ago by world famous Swami Adyatmananda of Sivananda Ashram in Rishikesh (India).

She believes firmly that Yoga is a scientific process, which helps us to lead a healthy and disease-free life. She is also actively involved in practicing alternative medicines like Naturopathy. Over the years, she has been successfully practicing these therapies and providing succour to several chronic and terminally ill patients through Yoga, Diet and Naturopathy. She is also imparting Yoga Teachers Training.

At present, Dr. Rita Khanna is running a Yoga Studio in Secunderabad (Hyderabad, India).

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IDLENESS OR LAZINESS

Monday, August 30th, 2010

By Dr. Rita Khanna

Idleness, or laziness, means working half-heartedly, without alertness, unknowingly, or unconsciously. It is a lack of action or activity. It is as if the work is done during sleep. Unfortunately, our condition has become such that our morning arises to welcome idleness, only. Some people are so lazy that they don’t like to get up on time. They don’t like to bathe for two to four days, or they don’t take a bath at all. After waking, they take tea, read newspapers, listen to the radio, watch TV; and then again, they lie down. They have lots of excuses for all lazy attitudes.

THREE GUNAS OR QUALITIES

The mind has three Gunas, or qualities, born of nature. These are known as:

• Sattwa or light, bliss and goodness

• Rajas, or passion and motion;

• Tamas, or inertia and darkness.

There are three Vrittis, or modifications of the mind, corresponding to the three Gunas.

• Shanta Vritti or peace, equilibrium and balance come from Sattwa Guna.

• Ghora Vritti or anger manifests from Rajo Guna.

• Moodha Vritti or carelessness, laziness, and drowsiness come from Tamo Guna.

Tamas binds the living beings by idleness, laziness, and sleep. Due to idleness, we cannot imagine of healthy thoughts. Idleness is the gateway to death.

HOW TO ELIMINATE LAZINESS OR IDLENESS

Laziness must be eliminated with activity. To get rid of idleness, Tamas must be conquered, with Rajas first, and then Rajas with Sattva. Swami Sivanandji used to say – do not depend on others. All work should be done, by the body, to leave laziness. When we make a habit to do all possible work by ourselves, we get its reward, also. The health remains best. We remain healthy. The intellect becomes sharp, pure, and alert.

Our scriptures say to exist with awareness – wakefulness while awake, wakefulness during dream and during sleep. There should be awakening during eating, drinking, speaking, and walking. Bhagvan Shri Krishna has said that the person is a Yogi when he does not sleep – even while he is sleeping. It means that his inner mind is awake when he is sleeping. So, he does not have binding of Tamoguna. He is free. Once you try to live with alertness and full awareness, you will be able to experience new life and will be free from idleness.

WHAT ARE THE METHODS

There are lots of methods to remove idleness. One of them is Yoga. Normally, what happens when we are not well – the doctor advises us to do some activity, such as Yoga, Pranayama, and Meditation. However, it is better if we get up early by ourselves and do some Asanas. By this, we get the benefit of prevention – before the problem occurs.

Asanas, such as Suryananmaskar, Halasana, Paschimottanasana, Bhujangasana, Shalabhasana, Dhanurasana, Chakrasana; and Pranayamas, such as Sheetali, Kapalbhati, and Bhastrika are very beneficial. All these Asanas open up the vertebrae, increase elasticity in the spinal column, and the blood circulation in the whole body. These exercises will remove laziness and will give you energy and vitality for the whole day. After this, there is no will to lie down in the bed. In the beginning, the Tamasa is destroyed, and then Rajas increases. The active life, proper thinking, and social dealings will lead towards Sattva completely. So, do the Asanas, which are possible for you, out of the above-mentioned Asanas.

For those who can’t do the above-mentioned Asanas, there is a very simple Asana named – Setubandha Asana. Having the shape of fly over bridge, this Asana has numerous potential.

By the practice of this Asana, the vertebrae of the spinal column, shoulders, upper arm, both forearms, elbows, wrists of the hands, palms, fingers, neck, back, waist, thighs, knees, and the calf muscles of the legs, experience energy and vitality.

TECHNIQUE OF SETUBANDHA ASANA (FLY OVER BRIDGE)

• Spread mat or double folded blanket on a flat ground.

• Now, lie down straight on your back.

• Then bend each leg at your knee one by one.

• Both knees should touch each other.

• The heels and the toes should also touch each other.

• Take the heels quite close to the buttocks.

• Feet flat on the floor.

• Keep your hands, by your sides, parallel to the ground.

• By pressing the palms on the ground, lift the waist up.

• The middle part of the body should be lifted up as much as possible, and it should be supported by both hands.

• The fingers of the hands should remain on the outer side and the thumbs should point inwards.

• The waist should be supported with the hands.

• The arm, between the shoulder and the elbow, remains parallel to the ground; and the forearm, between the elbow and the wrist, remains vertical to the ground – as a pole.

• Now, very slowly straighten your legs – one by one; the right leg first, then the left leg.

• Both thighs, both knees, calf muscles, heal, and the toes of the feet should touch each other.

• There should not be any angle at the knee joint.

• This way, the shape of the whole body will be like a fly over a bridge.

• Hold this pose for as long as comfortable.

• When releasing the Bridge Pose, slowly fold the legs – first, one by one, remove the hands, and put them on the sides of the body – then, slowly put the body down back on the floor.

• Relax.

BENEFITS

By the practice of Setubandhasna, the body experiences the big tide of energy. The muscles of the legs, hands, and the joints become strong. By its regular practice, one becomes free from psychological abnormality, and obtains the life filled with good thoughts, hopes, and joy.

Do not forget this formula, rest is rust. Always be engrossed in one or the other activity, such as sports, swimming, skiing, learning, or research – so that one should be free from idleness.

AUM SHANTI

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Dr. Rita Khanna

Dr. Rita Khanna is a well-known name in the field of Yoga and Naturopathy. She was initiated into this discipline over 25 years ago by world famous Swami Adyatmananda of Sivananda Ashram in Rishikesh (India).

She believes firmly that Yoga is a scientific process, which helps us to lead a healthy and disease-free life. She is also actively involved in practicing alternative medicines like Naturopathy. Over the years, she has been successfully practicing these therapies and providing succour to several chronic and terminally ill patients through Yoga, Diet and Naturopathy. She is also imparting Yoga Teachers Training.

At present, Dr. Rita Khanna is running a Yoga Studio in Secunderabad (Hyderabad, India).

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YOGA FOR NAVEL DISPLACEMENT

Sunday, May 9th, 2010

Dr. Rita Khanna

In Northern India, navel displacement is called Nabhi Chadna / Tharan Chadna. Just as a misalignment occurs within the spinal cord, so a misalignment of the navel and stomach muscles (rectus abdominus) also occurs. It is the condition when the navel centre shifts. In most cases, the navel will take a move in either an upward or downward direction; only sometimes, does a sideways movement occur. The displacement is directly connected with the navel, nerves, stomach muscles, and movement of Prana, and will affect each of these in some manner. Normally, this problem corresponds to a weakening of the ligaments related to large intestine.The problem is said to occur more in women, and may produce unaccountable menstrual pain and excessive or scanty bleeding. The ailments caused by this particular trouble usually involve only the abdominal area.

CAUSES

Uneven walking, running, unbalanced jumping, picking up heavy objects, a sudden twisting or bending movement, sexual activity.

SYMPTOMS

Symptoms are varied, according to the direction of movement. For instance, if the navel has moved up, there is a chance of constipation, vomiting, or feeling of nausea. If the navel has moved down, then it leads to diarrhoea. Whichever way it moves, there is always pain in the abdominal area, which may extend into the back, buttocks, thighs, and calves. After the navel has shifted once, it is a problem which occurs frequently thereafter, unless Yogic precautionary practices are started.

HOW TO DIAGNOSIS THE CORRECT ALIGNMENT

• The misalignment can be detected, by using string to measure the distance from the large toe of both feet, to the navel centre. Lie down on a flat surface - facing upwards. If there is a difference in the length of these two measurements, it indicates a shift in the navel position. However, when measuring the position with string, care should be taken to ensure that the body is correctly aligned.

• The original position can also be detected, in some people, by feeling for a pulse in the area. Lie on a flat surface - facing upwards, and press your thumb in the navel. If there is a throbbing sensation under the navel, it means the pulse and navel are together; the position is correct.

• In men, the measurement can be taken from the right, and left nipples, to the navel. If disparity in distance is there, it indicates the incorrect position.

YOGA FOR NAVEL DISPLACEMENT

Correct Yogic treatment, for displacement and its adjustment, eliminates this trouble within a short period, say 3 to 4 days. The Asanas that should be mainly practiced are those, which give equal backward stretch to the rectus abdominus muscles. Asanas, such as Uttanpadasana, Bhujangasana, Matsyasana, Kandharasana, Supta vajrasana, Chakrasana, Dhanurasana, Makarasana, Naukasana, and Matsyakridasana, will give relief. Shankhaprakshalana asanas can also be effective. No forward bending Asanas can be practiced, except Shashankasana and Marjariasana, in some cases. After the cure, practice of these Asanas should continue, so that stomach and back muscles strengthen and prevent further recurrence. Following is a method of Uttanpadasana. It is very simple and easy to do.

METHOD OF UTTANPADASANA

• Lie down straight on your back, with the palms flat on the floor, legs straight, and toes together.

• Inhale, and raise both legs upwards - up to 30 degrees - and hold it for 10 seconds.

• Then, 60 degrees; again hold it for ten seconds.

• Then, 90 degrees; and hold it again for 10 seconds.

• Then, in the same way, come back while exhaling.

• While returning, place the feet slowly on the floor - avoiding any jerks.

• After resting for a while, repeat the exercise 3 to 6 times.

This Asana helps in keeping the dislocated navel in its proper place.

NOTE

Those suffering from acute backache - should practice it using one leg at a time.

BENEFITS

• This Asana strengthens the intestines and makes them free of diseases. It removes constipation, gas formation, obesity, and improves the digestive system.

• It is useful in preventing displacement of the navel, heart disease, stomach pain, and respiratory problems.

• It is especially useful for backache - when performed using one leg at a time.

SOME OTHER METHODS

• Normally, elders have good knowledge about this problem. Some people cure this by massaging the area near the navel. Make sure they have proper knowledge of massage’ otherwise, further damage may result.

• Another massage technique is applied to different areas of the legs, corresponding to acupuncture points. When this method is used, a piece of string is tied around the big toe, “to keep things in place.”

• Another method involves an herbal pack placed on the stomach.

• These latter methods are local Indian methods, usually practiced in the villages. They provide good treatment, but fail to prevent recurrence. They can be used successfully in conjunction with Asanas.

AUM SHANTI

If you feel inspired by this article, feel free to publish it in your Newsletter or on your Website. Our humble request is to please include the Resource as follows: -

Courtesy: Dr. Rita Khanna’s Yogashaastra Studio.

A popular studio that helps you find natural solutions for complete health.

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Ph:-91-40-65173344

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Website: www.yogashaastra.in

Dr. Rita Khanna

Dr. Rita Khanna is a well-known name in the field of Yoga and Naturopathy. She was initiated into this discipline over 25 years ago by world famous Swami Adyatmananda of Sivananda Ashram in Rishikesh (India).

She believes firmly that Yoga is a scientific process, which helps us to lead a healthy and disease-free life. She is also actively involved in practicing alternative medicines like Naturopathy. Over the years, she has been successfully practicing these therapies and providing succour to several chronic and terminally ill patients through Yoga, Diet and Naturopathy. She is also imparting Yoga Teachers Training.

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DISORDERS OF MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM (MRS)

Sunday, April 18th, 2010

By Dr. Rita Khanna

The male reproductive anatomy includes internal and external structures. Most of the male reproductive system is located outside the body. The external structures of the MRS are the penis, the scrotum, and the testicles. The internal organs of the MRS, called accessory organs, include vas deferens, ejaculatory ducts, urethra, seminal vesicles, prostate gland, and bulbo-urethral glands.

The functions of the MRS are:

• To produce, maintain, and transport sperm (the male reproductive cells) and protective fluid (semen)

• To discharge sperm within the female reproductive tract

• To produce and secrete male sex hormones

HOW DOES MRS FUNCTION

The entire male reproductive system is dependent on hormones, which are chemicals that stimulate, or regulate, the activity of cells or organs. The primary hormones, involved in the functioning of the MRS, are follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), and testosterone. FSH and LH are produced by the pituitary gland, located at the base of the brain.

FSH is necessary for sperm production (spermatogenesis), and LH stimulates the production of testosterone, which is necessary to continue the process of spermatogenesis. Testosterone is also important in the development of male characteristics, such as muscle mass and strength, fat distribution, bone mass, and sex drive.

MALE REPRODUCTIVE DISORDERS

• There may be some defects in the genitals, or in excep¬tional cases, genitals may not exist.

• The amount of spermatozoa in the semen, may be lesser than required, or may not be there at all.

• Physical incapacity or non-existence of procreation capacity or aversion.

• In the majority of the cases, one may not really find anything lacking in the procreation system of the male; but because of the mental tension, or due to advanced age, the procreation system may have lost interest.

• The most complicated problem of MRS is incapacity of the semen to procreate.

• Out of all the problems, one third are as a result of spermatozoa being almost nil in the male semen.

DETAILS OF THE CONTENTS OF SEMEN

Normal healthy semen has following details:

1. Quantity: between 2 to 5 ml (normal estimate is 3 to 5 ml)

2. Quantum of spermatozoa: 60 to 120 million per ml.

3. Motility: 80% to 90%.

4. Morphology: 80% normal (oval head, neck and tail)

5. PH: acidic.

6. Liquefaction: +ve

7. Fructose: +ve

SEMEN EXAMINATION

The only really satisfactory way to produce a semen sample, for examination, is by masturbation into a special container or in chemical laboratory. The reason for this is that most of the sperm in an ejaculate are in the first portion. If one wants to have a correct examination, and get correct chemical results, as well as get proper estimate of actual situation, it is essential that at least 4 to 5 days before getting the specimen for examination, there should be no wastage of semen. Similarly, one should not encourage the specimen of semen, brought in by use of a condom, which are lubricated with spermicides. It will kill sperms and will not have a correct examination.

Secondly, it is necessary that after the first examination of semen, a second sample should be obtained 15 days later, and after thorough examination, one should arrive at a definite decision. Only then, proper treatment should be obtained. The sperm in a specimen of semen gets affected both in quantity and in capability of procreation, if a person is habituated to take intoxicants like liquor, smoking, or chewing tobacco. Insufficient intake of nutritive food, too hot a climate, or staying in a place where it is tremendously cold, also affects.

OBSERVATION ON THE CHEMICAL CONDITION OF THE SEMEN

• In some cases, either both, or one testicle, may be under-developed or immature, or these may remain in the abdomen, only. This condition is known as cryptorchidism. In such cases, a male, although he has had a perfect conjugal and sexual partner¬ship, will be incapable of procreation. Under such circumstances, an operation could bring fruitful results.

• Varicoceles are tortuous dilated blood vessels in the scrotum (just like having varicose veins in the legs). These veins are dilated because the blood does not drain properly from them. These dilated veins allow extra blood to pool in the scrotum, which has a negative effect on the sperm production.

• One of the principal reasons for insufficient spermatozoa, in male semen, which could result in non-procreation, is high temperature in the internal secreting glands of male reproductive system.

• If there are glands or nodules, which hinder the forceful and speedy ejection of semen, this could also be one of the main reasons for incapability of procreation.

• There can be some hindrance or disease inside the tube of the gentile organ like urethritis, epididymitis, prostatitis, etc.

• It is also possible that some hindrance, or disease, in the testicles may result in plenty of blood coming out of the genital organ, which may result in weakness, and procre¬ation may not be possible.

• Persons who work in the vicinity of hot kilns, put on very tight underwear, or take a bath with extra hot water, have higher temperature of tes¬ticles (hyperthermia) than required. Over a period of time it can lead to sexual disorder, but can be treated by hypothermia (Abnormally low body temperature).

• Persons, whose quantum of spermatozoa is found lesser than required, can cure the same by this treatment of hypothermia. However, those who exhibit no sper¬matozoa are in the condition of azoospermia (no sperm count); hypothermia will not be of much use.

• For the treatment of hypothermia the special underwear could be used. It is called thermal underwear and is excellent for keeping the heat in your body and gives excellent comfort even in icy arctic cold weather conditions.

• On medical advice – if long term use of such underwear is being made then an appreciably big difference in number of spermatozoa would be possible. You can remove such special underwear only at time of having a bath or at the time of sexual intercourse; it is advisable to put on this special underwear for the rest of the period and for as long as possible. This is a non-chemical treatment. The underwear is easy to put on and is light in weight. No sexual disorder is created by its use, and this is widely recognized.

• If the prostate gland has grown to a huge extent, it can create disorganization of sexual life. It is likely that the male sexual life will be imbalanced. If a couple has no children, and if they are getting treatment, they should ensure that the personal lifestyle of the male should be analyzed, and the problems observed, therein, should be first solved.

• Check up whether sexual life has an ebb – as a result of having no children. It is essential that sufficient investigation should be undertaken for this cause. If a married couple remains childless for a pretty long period, there is a possibility of internal strife and insufficiency of coitus.

• Impotence indicates that one has to spend a long time in the erection of phallus, the genital organs may be completely inactive, the ejection of the semen may take longer time, or semen may not get ejected at all. Normally, such occurrences are more as a result of psychologi¬cal reasons, and it is advisable to get the solution to this problem by psychiatric treatment.

• Besides the above, patients suffering from diabetes, renal disease, trauma or consumption of strong medicines for longer periods may also get affected by impotency. One can go in for psychological treatment, Medical aids and medicines and vitalizing by mechanical means or by penile implants.

• If a person remains ever ready for sexual intercourse (libido), and indulges in abnormally excessive sexual activities, he may, in the long run, stop procreating.

• The male genital organ should essen¬tially be capable of full excitement so that the organ should remain absolutely straight and erect – then can only one enjoy the intercourse in a proper manner. If the genital organ is comparatively very short, it is known as microfilms. If the genital organ is having too many bends in it, this is termed hemi-hyper-trophy. The non-stimulation of the phallus is the main cause of impotence. People could have insufficiency of erection of the genital organ, due to mental fear, worry, trauma, diabetes, etc.

• Male procreation problem can also arise because of the addiction to alcohol, narcotics, tobacco, and anti¬hypertensive drugs.

YOGIC MANAGEMENT

Yogic philosophy maintains that most of the diseases are due to insufficient life force, either in the body as a whole, or a blockage of life force, to one part of the body. When the whole body has lowered life force, the result is a lowered vitality level, poor health, and susceptibility to infection. Yoga practice increases the working capacity of the body to a huge extent.

Yes, you can definitely correct your impotence, and also get stronger erections, if you practice certain Yoga poses regularly. These includes Surya¬namaskara (12 rounds) each morning at Sunrise, Trikonasana, Sarvangasana, Matsyasana, Halasana, Paschimottanasan, Bhujangasana, Shalbhasana, Dhanurasana, Chakrasana, Ardha-Matsyendrasana Yoga¬mudra, Uttitthpashchimottanasana, Padahastasana, Tolungasana, Mahamudra, Vajrasana, and Shavasana.

Regular practice of these Asanas can help to increase the blood circulation to the scrotum. This increased blood flow removes and remedies the biological, or chemical, imbalances that might be causing impotence.

In addition, the practice of Bhastrika Pranayama, Sukhpurvaka Pranayama, Yoganidra, as well as Meditation will help you to correct problems, such as premature ejaculation, and also help in better concentration.

CONCLUSION

It must be remembered that successful impregnation, fertilization, and subsequent pregnancy, always involves the cooperation and interaction of husband and wife as one. There are always cases of infertility in marriage. If the couple tries to have mutual understanding, goodwill, and equipoise, then the majority of the problems of procreation by males can be solved. For this reason, both partners are recommended to adopt a Yoga program and practice it together.

Keep patience – nothing is impossible!

AUM SHANTI

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Dr. Rita Khanna is a well-known name in the field of Yoga and Naturopathy. She was initiated into this discipline over 25 years ago by world famous Swami Adyatmananda of Sivananda Ashram in Rishikesh (India).

She believes firmly that Yoga is a scientific process, which helps us to lead a healthy and disease-free life. She is also actively involved in practicing alternative medicines like Naturopathy. Over the years, she has been successfully practicing these therapies and providing succour to several chronic and terminally ill patients through Yoga, Diet and Naturopathy. She is also imparting Yoga Teachers Training.

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YOGA AND DRUG DETOX

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Dr. Rita KhannaBy Dr. Rita Khanna

Addiction is a habit, for which we have no control, and become its slave. Addiction is a chronic but treatable brain disorder. Repeated use of drugs leads to addiction, which disrupts the well-balanced neuro-chemical systems in the brain, and severely alters the areas of the brain, which are critical to decision making, learning, memory, and behavioral control. 

INTOXICANTS and THEIR EFFECTS

• Barbiturates, methaqualone, glutethimide, chloral hydrate, and tranquilizers act to depress the nervous system; and therefore, affect our breathing and heart rate, as well as our thoughts and emotions.

• Amphetamines, cocaine, caffeine, and tobacco are stimulants. They suppress sleep and appetite and generally interfere with body rhythms.

• LSD, mushrooms, mescaline, marijuana, and other chemicals consist of synthetic and natural substances. Marijuana has hallucinogenic effects and can cause a psychotic break in predisposed individuals.

• Opium, heroin, morphine, codeine, and methadone come under the category of narcotics and opiates, and produce both psychological and physical addiction.

There is no end to this list. When the addict is not satisfied by all of these addictions, he goes on adding more and stronger items – ultimately getting scorpions and serpents giving stings on his tongue.

SYMPTOMS

• Changes in school performance – falling grades, skipping school, etc.

• Changes in peer group – hanging out with drug-using, antisocial friends

• Breaking rules at home, school, and society

• Extreme mood swings, depression, irritability, anger and negative attitude, sudden increase or decrease in activity level, withdrawal from family and keeping secrets

• Changes in physical appearance – weight loss, lack of cleanliness, strange smells, etc.

• Stammering, red, watery, glossy eyes or running nose (which are not due to allergies or cold), changes in eating and sleeping habits

• Lack of motivation or interest in activities, which teenagers usually enjoy (that is – sports, hobbies, etc)

• Lying, stealing, and hiding things, using street or drug languages, or possession of drug paraphernalia or items, cigarette smoking

• Spend thrift in money matters.

• In the surroundings of his residence, you will find empty bottles, aluminum foils, small pieces of cardboards, or metal tubes, empty match boxes, and injection syringes, etc.

CAUSES

• A weakening of willpower

• A lack of external, social and family support, love, affection, and not having an aim in life

• The curiosity to experiment with something new

• Bad company of friends who have wrong habits

• Illiterate people residing in cold regions

PSYCHIC ENERGY CENTERS

Ancient Indian Yogic texts describe Psychic energy centers (Chakras). This Psychic energy is translated into hormonal, physiologic, and ultimately, cellular changes throughout the body. Each major Chakra is associated with a major nerve plexus and a major endocrine gland. In a drug user, Prana (Life Force) is likely to be crystallized in Mooladhara and Swadhisthana Chakras. All the passions, complexes, anguish, and desires have their roots there. The ensuing Pranic imbalance creates energy fluctuations in the nervous system, which may be the cause of the visual and auditory hallucinations. If the energy of these two Chakras is not purified, freed and transformed by passage to the higher Chakras, the impulses and experiences, which guide a human being, will be influenced by the qualities of these two chakras.

RECOMMENDED PROGRAM

To treat dependency and addictions, the following program is recommended. It progresses from drug detox, to postures, to breath work, and to meditation.

DRUG DETOX

Detoxification is a necessary part of overcoming drug abuse. It is vital in the recovery process because it helps the body break its addiction to the substance the person has been abusing. If an individual does not go through drug detox, he will continue to have a strong, physical craving for drugs; and the withdrawal symptoms will make it very difficult to stay away. Methods used in detoxification are: Yoga Asanas (postures), Sukshma Vyayam (gentle exercises), Pranayama, Bandhas, Mudras, Yoga Nidra, Meditation, Naturopathic Diet, Massage, Steam Bath, Jalneti, Enema, Wet and Mud Packs, Hip Bath, Spinal Bath, Hot Foot Bath, Full Body Dry Friction, Chest Pack, and Chromo Therapy (healing by using color and light). Individuals, who abuse drugs, will need to go through medically-supervised detoxification.

SHAVASANA FOR FIVE MINUTES

Lie down on the floor, with your legs comfortably apart, arms limp by your side. First, relax the entire physical body, part by part, mentally – then bring the awareness of the breath in the abdominal region -, expand the abdomen with each inhalation – and relax the abdomen with each exhalation. While doing these movements of the stomach, feel the body relaxing and the body becoming free from any kind of tension. Then, just observe the whole body, mentally, and feel if there is still any tensions in any part of the body… release it. By observing your breath, your thoughts are directed towards detecting and discarding any remnants of tension. Thoughts are regarded and then released. This is the birth of mindfulness.

 

DHANURASANA

 

 

 

 

 

 

ASANAS

In the early stages, do simple legs and arms exercises; shoulder rotations are also excellent. As the practitioner increases his energy levels, and physical strength, he can start with Kati- Chakrasana, Chakrasana, Dhanurasana, Paschimottanasana, Nauka Sanchalanasana, Vajrasana, Shashankasana, Ushtrasana (camel), Marjarisana (cat stretch), Tadasana, Trikonasana, and Surya Namaskara. The various movements loosen up the joints and give flexibility, balance, and strength to the body – thus aiding the detoxification process.

 

Ushtrasana

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRANAYAMA

Pranayama is a panacea for the health of the mind and the heart. Bhramari (humming bee breath), Sheetali, Ujjayi, Kapalbhati, Bhastrika, Nadi shodhana (alternate nostril breathing), and abdominal breathing are all good in a progressive way.

• Bhramari (humming bee breath) is useful for mental stress. It increases inner calmness and can sooth the turbulent mind. A few rounds of Bhramari are good for those who have trouble going to sleep. This is very useful at the time of detoxification – when many addicts cannot sleep, due to withdrawal.

• Sheetali cools the mind and helps in preventing and reducing the intensity of panic attacks.

• Ujjayi balances the endocrine system and is very good for relaxation.

• Kapalbhati is useful in reducing the quantity of recurrent obsessive thoughts.

• Bhastrika removes the toxins.

• Nadi shodhana Pranayama is a crucial practice for mental clarity, alertness, balance, and purification of the Nadis.

While doing Pranayama, breathe in peacefully, and breathe out peacefully. With each inhalation, feel as if you are inhaling new power, light, knowledge, brightness, and there is development inside you. With each exhalation, feel as you are distributing happiness, composure, and divinity to the universe. Fill the universe with composed, healthy thoughts, health and composure will return to you thousand-fold. Even if one continues a routine of Pranayama, two to three times a day, for ten to fifteen minutes, for one continuous month, one can feel tremendous improvement in health.

BANDHAS

Once the energy and physical strength start increasing, Bandhas can be started. These are energy block removers. They compress organs and endocrine glands, affecting secretion and direction of flow. Bandhas increase stamina, strengthen the abdominal and lumbar muscles, and massage the abdominal organs, increasing circulation to these areas. This massage works well on the liver, an important major organ for detoxification.

YOGA NIDRA

The practice of Yoga Nidra, which is a simple and indirect method to contact the pre-conscious and unconscious mind, is a practical and easily applicable technique. It allows the body to heal and to rest completely. Yoga Nidra gives time to step back and gain a wider picture of what is going on. Proceed systematically and very gradually; initially start with breath awareness, breath counting, and rotation of consciousness around the body. To see one’s condition, introduce positive visualizations, but keep them simple, realistic, practical, and grounded – which contain self-recovery images which are linked with a Sankalpa (resolve). Sankalpa is the most useful and important part of the practice, which is directed towards an improvement in physical balance. Always discover your own Sankalpa. Experience that you are fully composed and healthy. After a few practices, one will feel better; have more physical energy with improved digestion and sleep, and a reduced level of anxiety.

DO’S & DON’T’S OF VISUALIZATION

• Choose those which relate to reality and are linked with everyday life. One can use visualizations, connected with the sequence of Asanas performed, or which were likely to improve the functioning of the physiological systems and organs; i.e., those directed towards the attainment of a definite practical objective. In general, keep the visualizations very simple.

• Avoid suggesting any visualization that causes the practitioner to `fly away’ and stimulate vivid memories. Avoid visualizations, like walking on rainbows, sitting by crystal lakes, etc. However, under the influence of certain drugs, you actually visualize certain things like that, so the association with that type of visualization would be drugs, a drug-induced experience. We want to avoid any association between Yoga and taking drugs, therefore, we try to keep the visualizations very grounded and practical.

A SMALL VISUALIZATION TECHNIQUE

For example, first go back through the day – from the morning up to the present. Then go back another day. When you have the confidence of the practitioner, you can go further back, like one week, one month, one year, and so on. It is quite important to go back to childhood. Recall is a useful technique for showing that there was a time before drugs were used, that the stage of using was just a middle stage, a period in their life, and did not last forever. It is quite useful for bringing up memories which people, who have been using drugs, didn’t recall before – just to acknowledge “Yes, I did this.” -without guilt. It is very beneficial to clear out these mental images. If a cloud moves in, the sun gets covered. There is no reason to think that the brightness of the sun has reduced. Try this method two to three times in a day; you will surely attain complete composure and health.

JAPA SADHANA

Remember the name of any God in which you have complete faith, while you move about, walk, sit, and get up. God means peace, composure, beauty, and happiness. Peace and happiness are your aims in life. Remember that name which would fill you with peace and composure in your internal consciousness. Forget the past. Do not worry about the future. Observe God every¬where in the planes with green grass extending on long distances in green fields, in the high trees reaching the skies, beautiful streams, open sky, sunrise, sunset, the chirping of the birds – your sickness will run away. Open your heart before God. Oh God, I belong to you, you are mine, let anything that is good for me happen. Remember God in your quiet and peaceful mind. God is inside you. You are also pure; you are intelligence incarnate. Feel this and you will inhabit new life.

AJAPA JAPA PRACTICE FOR 30 MINUTES

Sit in a meditative posture, keeping the eyes closed. If you feel you can’t keep the eyes closed, wear eye patches so that you can stay in that relaxed state of mind only. Any visual stimulation affects the state of relaxation in the brain. Ajapa Japa is a practice in which the deepening of concentration, and internalization of awareness, takes place. Begin by witnessing the flow of the natural breathing of the nasal passage. Be aware of the cool sensation within the nostrils at the time of inhalation, and the warm sensation within the nostrils at the time of exhalation. Concentration on the temperature of the air going in and out of the nostrils helps to balance the activities of the two brain hemispheres.

The flow in the right nostril stimulates the left hemisphere, and the flow in the left nostril stimulates the right hemisphere. The right nostril is the location of Pingala Nadi, the source of heat and vitality, and the left nostril is the location of Ida Nadi, the source of coolness and tranquility. Therefore, if we were able to merge the mind with the experience of breathing, and the temperature of the breath, it would be possible to induce changes in the patterns of the brain waves. This can be achieved through concentration, and awareness of the fact, that one is breathing in and out, and observing the temperature of the breath.

After observing the breath in the nostrils, become aware of the movement of the breath in the frontal passage between the nose and the navel.

Normally, when we breathe in, the air goes down into the lungs and when we breathe out, the air comes up out of the lungs. However, in the practice of Ajapa Japa, we reverse the awareness factor, so at the time of inhalation, imagine the breath was ascending from the navel to the nostrils, and at the time of exhalation, that the breath was descending from the nostrils to the navel.

This practice internalizes your attention and awareness so deeply – that there would come a time when you would stop hearing the noises outside – though ears are not blocked. By keeping the eyes closed, or by wearing eye patches, there would be visual deprivation, and by observing the flow of the breath, there would be auditory deprivation.

Then start repeating the mantra So Ham with the breath. So represents the sound of inhalation and Ham represents the sound of exhalation. The mantra has the effect of making the mind more focused, tranquil, and peaceful. After practicing mantra repetition with the breath, for five to seven minutes, the practice of Ajapa Japa ends. Then chant Om verbally for five minutes, still keeping your eyes closed. This ends the thirty minute practice of Ajapa Japa. Now, you can very slowly open the eyes.

HOW THESE TECHNIQUES HELP

Apart from damaging the central nervous system, drugs also suppress the immune response because of the hyper stimulation of the glands of the adrenal cortex. Situations of stress and continuous reactions, of the fight or flight mechanism, bring about excessive production of adrenalin and noradrenalin hormones and reduced production of corticosteroid hormones. The immune system can be re-conditioned by relaxation techniques, which help in stimulating the thymus gland. Just one session of relaxation, combined with regular physical exercise, can increase the production of killer cells and of endogenous opioides.

  

Trikonasana

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONCLUSION

Yoga is undoubtedly one of the best methods of inner awakening – being relatively safe and well charted. It generates willpower and vitality, which can alter the mental state of desiring and craving. All the Yoga techniques work on self-acceptance. It is quite necessary to shower love, goodwill, and patience – until the addict does not make conscious efforts to do so. Yoga might represent the possibility of tripping the switch in the right direction. As spring follows the winter slowly and adorns the whole world, same way, Yogic treatment instills new consciousness, new enthusiasm, fullness, will power, and creates an irrepressible desire to live life fully.

If you feel inspired by this article, feel free to publish it in your Newsletter or on your Website. Our humble request is to please include the Resource as follows: Courtesy: Dr. Rita Khanna’s Yogashaastra Studio. A popular studio that helps you find natural solutions for complete health.

Mobile: + 919849772485

Ph:-91-40-65173344

Email: email hidden; JavaScript is required

Website: www.yogashaastra.in

Dr. Rita Khanna

Dr. Rita Khanna is a well-known name in the field of Yoga and Naturopathy. She was initiated into this discipline over 25 years ago by world famous Swami Adyatmananda of Sivananda Ashram in Rishikesh(India).

She believes firmly that Yoga is a scientific process, which helps us to lead a healthy and disease-free life. She is also actively involved in practicing alternative medicines like Naturopathy. Over the years, she has been successfully practicing these therapies and providing succour to several chronic and terminally ill patients through Yoga, Diet and Naturopathy. She is also imparting Yoga Teachers Training.

At present, Dr. Rita Khanna is running a Yoga Studio in Secunderabad (Hyderabad, India).

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