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com Copyright for the information is by the original authors. Thanks to them all! 8 Yoga Mudras To Overcome ny ilments!! Yoga is not only an e"ercise but a form of spiritual practice to improve you physical# mental and spiritual $ell being. %t doesn&t only refer to t$isting and curling your body into different shapes and poses# but it also involves some specific mudras posed during meditations. Mudras mean gestures adopted during pranayams and meditations that directs flo$ of energy into our body. Yogic tantras say that these mudra yoga techni'ues stimulate different areas of the brain. (and yoga mudra and their benefits) There are many different yoga mudras and each of them have a different benefit. *elo$ is the e"plaination to each. +. GYAN MUDRA:

This is the first yoga mudra pose ,no$n as -yan Mudra or the Mudra of .no$ledge. (o$ to do/ 0ractice this mudra $hen doing meditations. %t&s perfect $hen you do it early in the mornings $ith a fresh mind. Touch the tip of your inde" finger $ith the tip of your thumb. The other three fingers# you may ,eep it straight or just ,eep it free# doesn&t matter even if they are slightly bent. This is a very commonly used mudra $hen practicing meditations. Caution) This is a very beneficial mudra and anyone can practice this. *enefits) s the name suggests# this mudra is meant to increase your concentration and memory po$er. This mudra sharpens your brain po$er. %t has the ability to cure insomnia. 0ractice this mudra regularly to heal yourself of all mental and psychological disorders li,e anger# stress# an"iety or even depression.

2. VAYU MUDRA:

(o$ to do/ This mudra can be practiced in a standing# sitting or lying do$n posture. %t&s easy to do. 1old your inde" finger. s you fold your fingers you can see t$o bones. These are called phalan" bones. 2hen you have folded your inde" finger the second bone that you see# you have to press it $ith the base of your thumb just as sho$n in the above picture. The rest of the three fingers should be ,ept e"tended as much as possible. 3o this at any time of the day as per your convenience. There is also no compulsion of doing this at an empty stomach. You may also practice this mudra $ith a full stomach. 4 5ead) Yoga 1or 5educe 6tress 7 Caution) Once you achieve the benefits from this mudra# stop doing it. imbalance $ithin your system. *enefits) s the name suggests vaayu mudra# it balances the air element $ithin your body. This mudra releases e"cess $ind from stomach and body thereby reducing rheumatic and chest pain. 3. AGNI MUDRA (MUDRA OF FIRE): fter a certain time# it may cause

(o$ to do/ 1old your ring finger and press the second phalan" $ith the base of your thumb. .eep the rest of the fingers straight. This mudra should be practiced only in sitting position early in the morning $ith an empty stomach. Maintain this mudra for atleast +8 minutes every day. Caution) *ut if you are suffering from acidity or indigestion# avoid this mudra. *enefits) %t helps to dissolve the e"tra fat boosting metabolism and controls obesity. 9uic,ens digestion. %mproves body strength. 5educes stress and tension. Controls high cholesterol levels. 4. PRITHVI MUDRA (MUDRA OF EARTH):

(o$ to do/ Touch the tip of your ring finger $ith the tip of your thumb. 0ressing the tips of these t$o fingers# ,eep the rest of the fingers e"tended out. %t is preferable that you perform this mudra in the morning. (o$ever you may even do it at any time of the day and for any duration. 6it in a padmasana ,eeping the palms of both your hands on your ,nees $ith straight elbo$s. 0erform this asana $hen you feel stressed out and e"hausted. 0admasana accompanied by this mudra $ill immediately per, you up. Caution) :othing at all. 0erform this asana freely. *enefits) %t improves blood circulation throughout the body. %ncreases patience and tolerance. %ncreases concentration $hile meditating. (elps strengthen $ea, and lean bones. lso increases $eight of people suffering from lo$ $eight. %t reduces $ea,ness# e"haustion and dullness of mind. This mudra ma,es you more beautiful by improving your comple"ion and giving a natural glo$ to your s,in. 5. VARUN MUDRA (MUDRA OF WATER):

This is the best yogic mudra for your outer beauty. %t has a positive effect on your s,in and ,eeps it a$ay off all problems. very effective yoga asana for your overall health let us learn to do this mudra $ith perfection. (o$ to do/

;ightly touch the tip of your little finger $ith the tip of your thumb. The rest of the fingers should be ,ept straight. There is no specific time to perform this mudra. You may do it at any time of the day and in any position# but sitting cross<legged $hen doing this mudra is preferable. Caution) Ta,e care not to press the tip of the little finger near the nail. That $ill cause dehydration instead of balancing the $ater level in your body. *enefits) number of benefits can be achieved by doing this mudra) =arun Mudra balances the $ater content in our body. %t activates fluid circulation $ithin the body ,eeping it moisturi>ed al$ays. %t cures all s,in issues li,e dryness# s,in diseases and s,in infections. Moreover it also prevents the appearance of pimples for a longer time. %t adds a natural glo$ and luster to your face. =arun Mudra also relieves and prevents any muscle pains that you may suffer from. 6. SHUNYA MUDRA (MUDRA OF EMPTINESS):

(o$ to do it/ 0ress the first phalan" of your middle finger $ith the thumb. *enefits) 0racticing this mudra $ith full concentration $ill cure earache $ithin 8<+? minutes at the most. %t is also very helpful if someone is deaf or mentally challenged. *ut those $ho are handicapped inborn $on&t benefit from this mudra. Cautions) fter you are cured of these diseases# stop practicing this mudra. 7. SURYA MUDRA (MUDRA OF THE SUN):

(o$ to do it/ 0ress your ring finger and press it $ith the thumb just as sho$n in the picture. *enefits) %t is 'uite beneficial $hen it comes to reducing bad cholesterol. 2ant to lose $eight/ This mudra comes handy. 5educes an"iety. lso improves your digestion. 8. PRANA MUDRA (MUDRA OF IFE): This is a very important mudra as it activates the energy in your body.

(o$ to do it/ This yoga mudra pose should be accompanied along $ith padmasana. *end your ring finger and little finger and touch the tip of both these fingers $ith the tip of your thumb.

There is no specific time to perform this asana. ny time of the day $ill be suitable. *enefits) This mudra improves your immune system. %t also increases your eye po$er and also cures any sort if eye diseases. %t reduces fatigue and tiredness. These are some very important mudras in yoga and are beneficial for your health. 0ractice them everyday. :o$ 2atch <Yoga (and Mudras @ ;e"i Yoga http)AA$$$.youtube.comAembedAvBT8CD'e5.C indiansEafrica.com

(ealing by Mudras is an ancient practice $ith spiritual see,ers in eastern cultures li,e %ndia and China. The saints and yogis in the ancient times used Mudras to empo$er them spiritually# to maintain their mind and body balance and to be physically healthy. Mudras are about hand<body# hand<Fngers positioning. The human hand and its Fve Fngers are representations of various things. The Fve Fngers represent Fve elements namely Fre# earth# $ater# $ind and space. 1rom yet another perspective the Fngers also represent different emotions# various body systems# body parts or body organs. 1ingers and Mounds on the hand represent planets and characteristics of an individuals personality. The hands and Fngers# thus# are an important areas for receiving treatment in various ancient techni'ues such as ccupressure and ccupuncture. (ealing by Mudras is one of the techni'ues $hich uses mind and body consciousness. 3ifferent schools of thoughts have various versions of Fnger s representing a particular element or part of the body. One must avoid confusion and should adhere to any particular version that they may $ant to choose. The beauty of this healing techni'ue is that no matter ho$ many different versions one may come across # the techni'ue is still effective. This is because Mind plays a vital role in any healing process. The Miracles do occur and You yourself are the creator of any miracle. To achieve these miracles # one has to go into his o$n private space# into his o$n energy system and consciousness. s you go into your 6G;1# you can feel the Hood of healing energy Ho$ing through your being. This $ill only happen $hen your mind is focussed on the Fnal goal that you $ant to achieve. The clarity about your goal is the Frst step in achieving that goal and it is of immense importance that you must be very clear $hat you $ant to achieve. %t is no doubt a long and a very subtle process and

must be done $ith persistance and patience. ll inner journeys are much more profound# more signiFcant and certainly more lasting than anything e"ternal. You must have 1aith $hen you $or, $ith soul and your persistance $ill pay. You yourself $ill create miraculous results. 6ince there are numerous mudras# one must ,eep the notes ready and practice the relevant mudras as and $hen re'uired. Certain mudras can be practiced as daily routine to ,eep mind and body healthy and spirits high. *ody heals and maintains itself and it is in YOC5 ( :3! (O2 TO 05 CT%CG MC35 6I 6OMG -G:G5 ; T%06 dopt the follo$ing procedure as far as possible to achieve results. +. (ave 1aith and be positive that you are getting $ell and getting healed completely. J. (ave a holistic approach. *e free of any doubt. K. 2ash your hands and placing them in front of your navel# rub them together against each other. This $ill charge your hands. E. 3ra$ the holy symbols of any faith that you follo$# such as Om# 6halom# G,om,aar# D8L or *ismillah. M 5ei,i practitioners can use and dra$ symbol +# J# + on both hands before starting. You may use any other healing symbols of your choiceN. 8. The touch bet$een the Fngers or hands should be soft# just touching# do not put any pressure. You might feel the Ho$ of energy at that touch point# a feeling of $armth# a throbbing sensation. L. The hand and body should be rela"ed completely and you must start visualising that your body is being healed and your body is being completely relieved of any discomfort or pain. D. 3o not e"ert too much or over do it. %n case you feel discomfort # discontinue immediately. 8. 0ractice in a pleasant mood and $ith positive thoughts. O. Try to practice the mudras daily preferably at the same time. The most appropriate and convenient time can be just before going to bed and as soon as you get up in the morning. +?. s a general rule# practicing Mudras for about +8 minutes three times a day is advisable. ++. Certain mudras can be practiced $hile $al,ing provided one is rela"ed and can concentrate $hile $al,ing.. +J. 3iscontinue the practice on complete healing. (o$ever (olistic# 6piritual and Cleansing Maintenance can be done on a daily basis. +K. *reathing patterns for every mudra has been speciFed and these should be adhered to. (o$ever as a general rule# the breathing should be rela"ed before commencing any mudra and for this ta,e three long breaths# deep inhalation and e"tended e"halation. This $ill calm the body and the mind. +E. There is no harm if you e"ceed the time limit as speciFed for a particular mudra# but it is advisable to comply $ith the time limit. +8. 6ome individuals may get the results very soon# but they must still practice the mudra for a fe$ days to completely relieve themselves of the ailment. +L. %n certain cases# ho$ever# the effect is slo$ and the body recovers only after a prolonged practice. %n such cases regularity# persistance and patience is necessary. +D. l$ays have an ttitude of -ratitude $hich means that you must than, yourself and the Cniversal system that heals you. The body has been designed divinely to heal# maintain and sustain itself. perfect proof of this is that a fractured bone gets joined by itself# the orthopedic only aligns it by plaster or scre$s. +8. 5ecite or Chant any Mantra that you are comfortable $ith or $hatever is mentioned in the Mudra instructions. +O. 0ray to the Cniversal 6ource of Gnergy# or -od and enjoy the Cniversal phenomenon.

http)AAa$a,eandhealing.comA/catP+?J (and 0ositions < Mudras -yan or 3han Mudra Touch the tips of the thumb and the inde" finger $ith each other# ,eeping the remaining three fingers straight. *enefits) %t helps develop the stages of dharna and meditation. Concentration improves and negative thoughts get reduced. %t increases the memory po$er# therefore# its regular practice ma,es one become intelligent and bright. The brain nerves become strong. (eadache# insomnia# and stress are removed. %t destroys anger. 1or better results# perform prana mudra after this mudra. =ayu Mudra

Boining the inde" finger $ith the root of the thumb and putting slight pressure on it $ith the thumb results in vayu mudra. The remaining three fingers should be ,ept straight. *enefits) 5egular practice of this mudra eliminates all vayu related problems< gout# arthritis# joint pains# paralysis# par,insons# sciatica# ,nee pain and gas formation li,e diseases. %t provides relief in the pain of the nec, and spine. The disorders relating to blood circulation are removed. 6unya Mudra The root of the thumb and light pressure applied $ith the thumb. The remaining fingers should be ,ept straight. *enefits) This mudra cures secretion from the ears# ear pain# deafness and hearing impairment problems Mif practiced at lease one hour daily# continuously over a long periodN. %t cures $ea,ness of bones and heart diseases. The gums become strong. *enefit is obtained in throat diseases and thyroid problems. 0recaution) 3o not do this mudra $hile eating and strolling. 0rthvi Mudra Boin the tip of the ring finger and the thumbs and ,eep the remaining three fingers straight. *enefits) 5egular practice of this mudra cures $ea,ness of the body# leanness Munder$eightN# and obesity. This mudra improves digestive po$er# develops vitality and sattvic 'ualities# and removes the deficiency of vitamins. %t ma,es the body active# bright and glo$ing. 0rana Mudra This Mudra is made by touching the tips of the little finger and the ring finger to the tip of the thumb. The remaining t$o fingers should be ,ept straight. *enefits) %t enables a$a,ening of prana and sha,ti lying dormant# and the body becomes active# healthy and energetic. %t cures eye problems and improves the eyesight. %t enhances the body&s immunity to diseases# removes the deficiency of vitamins# removes fatigue and rejuvenates the body. 3ue to this there is no problem of hunger and thirst during long hours of fasting. %n case of insomnia# it provides benefits if done in conjunction $ith jnana mudra. pana Mudra This mudra is made by touching the tip of the thumb to the tips of the ring finger and the middle finger and ,eeping the remaining t$o fingers straight. *enefits) ny foreign matter in the body gets thro$n out and the body is purified. 0racticing this Mudra cures constipation# piles# vata<dosa# diabetes# obstructions in passing urine# problems related to the ,idneys# teeth troubles# etc. %t is a beneficial mudra for the stomach. %t helps in heart related problems and causes perspiration. 0recautions) This mudra has a diuretic effect. pana =ayu Mudra 0erforming apana mudra and vayu mudra together is ,no$n as apana vayu mudra. Boin the inde" finger $ith the root of the thumb putting slight pressure on it. Touch the tip of the thumb to the tips of the ring and middle fingers. The little finger remains straight. *enefits) %t cures heart and vata< dosa related problems and ma,es the body healthier. Those $ho are suffering from a $ea, heart should practice it daily. %n the event of a heart attac,# performing this mudra gives relief. %t releases any gas accumulated in the stomach. %t is beneficial in headache# asthma and high blood pressure. 0erforming this mudra 8<D minutes before climbing up the stairs provides comfort. =aruna Mudra Touch the little finger $ith the thumb. The other fingers remain straight. *enefits) This mudra removes dryness of the body and ma,es the s,in soft and shining. %t heals s,in diseases# blood disorders# pimples# and diseases arising out of deficiency of the $ater element. %t ma,es the face beautiful. 0recaution) 0eople having ,apha pra,rti constitution should not practice it in e"cess. ;inga Mudra %nterloc, the fingers of each hand $ith the palms touching and ,eep the thumb of the left hand upright. *enefits) This mudra increases heat in the body. %t is beneficial in cold<catarrh#

asthma<cough# sinusitis# paralysis# and lo$ blood pressure. This dries the phlegm. 0recaution) 2hile practicing it consume plenty of $ater# fruit# fruit juices# ghee and mil,. 3o not practice this for unduly long duration. 3harana Mudra This mudra enables us to retain our breath in the lungs for a longer time. 2hen you do pura,a MinhalingN press the first part Mupper most portionN of the thumb $ith the tip of the inde" finger. This helps in performing internal ,umbha,a for a longer time. .eep the other three fingers straight. %f you press the middle portion of the thumb then ,umbha,a can be done for still a longer time. %n case the root of the thumb Mpart KN is similarly pressed then ,umbha,a can be done for a very long time# easily. *enefits) More prana vayu is available by retaining the breath in the lungs for a longer time# blood and body $ill become stronger and the total amount of air breathed in and e"haled during the $hole day can be reduced to a large e"tent# $hich increases longevity. 6urya Mudra .eep the tip of the ring finger at the root of the thumb and press the thumb against the top of the middle portion of the ring finger. The remaining fingers remain straight. *enefits) This mudra balances the body# reduces $eight and obesity and increases heat in the body# $hich helps in proper digestion. %t reduces stress# enhances body strength# and reduces cholesterol content in the blood. 0racticing this mudra cures diabetes and liver problems. 0recautions) This mudra should not be performed be a $ea, person. 3o not perform it for longer periods during the summertime. 3isclaimer) :o information obtained in this post is to be construed as medical advice. %f you need medical advice# please see, it from a 'ualified practitioner. 6tatements on this post have not been evaluated by the 1ood and 3rug dministration. The information on this post is not intended to diagnose# treat# cure or prevent any disease.

Ma,e muscle pain a memory $ith ginger 2hen 3anish researchers as,ed achy people to ja>> up their diets $ith ginger# it eased muscle and joint pain# s$elling and stiffness for up to LK percent of them $ithin t$o months. G"perts credit ginger&s potent compounds called gingerols# $hich prevent the production of pain<triggering hormones. The study<recommended dose) dd at least + teaspoon of dried ginger or J teaspoons of chopped ginger to meals daily. Cure a toothache $ith cloves -ot a toothache and can&t get to the dentist/ -ently che$ing on a clove can ease tooth pain and gum inflammation for t$o hours straight# say CC; researchers. G"perts point to a natural compound in cloves called eugenol# a po$erful# natural anesthetic. *onus) 6prin,ling a Q teaspoon of ground cloves on meals daily may also protect your tic,er. 6cientists say this simple action helps stabili>e blood sugar# plus dampen production of artery<clogging cholesterol in as little as three $ee,s. (eal heartburn $ith cider vinegar 6ip + tablespoon of apple cider vinegar mi"ed $ith 8 ounces of $ater before every meal# and e"perts say you could shut do$n painful bouts of heartburn in as little as JE hours. RCider vinegar is rich in malic and tartaric acids# po$erful digestive aids that speed the brea,do$n of fats and

proteins so your stomach can empty 'uic,ly# before food $ashes up into the esophagus# triggering heartburn pain#S e"plains Boseph *rasco# M.3.# a gastroenterologist at the Center for Colon and 3igestive 3iseases in (untsville# ;. Grase earaches $ith garlic 0ainful ear infections drive millions of mericans to doctors& offices every year. To cure one fast# just place t$o drops of $arm garlic oil into your aching ear t$ice daily for five days. This simple treatment can clear up ear infections faster than prescription meds# say e"perts at the Cniversity of :e$ Me"ico 6chool of Medicine. 6cientists say garlic&s active ingredients Mgermanium# selenium# and sulfur compoundsN are naturally to"ic to do>ens of different pain<causing bacteria. To $hip up your o$n garlic oil gently simmer three cloves of crushed garlic in a half a cup of e"tra virgin olive oil for t$o minutes# strain# then refrigerate for up to t$o $ee,s# suggests Teresa -raedon# 0h.3.# co<author of the boo,# *est Choices 1rom The 0eople&s 0harmacy. 1or an optimal e"perience# $arm this mi" slightly before using so the li'uid $ill feel soothing in your ear canal. Chase a$ay joint and headache pain $ith cherries ;atest studies sho$ that at least one in four $omen is struggling $ith arthritis# gout or chronic headaches. %f you&re one of them# a daily bo$l of cherries could ease your ache# $ithout the stomach upset so often triggered by today&s pain,illers# say researchers at Gast ;ansing &s Michigan 6tate Cniversity . Their research reveals that anthocyanins# the compounds that give cherries their brilliant red color# are anti<inflammatories +? times stronger than ibuprofen and aspirin. R nthocyanins help shut do$n the po$erful en>ymes that ,ic,<start tissue inflammation# so they can prevent# as $ell as treat# many different ,inds of pain#S e"plains Muraleedharan :air# 0h.3.# professor of food science at Michigan 6tate Cniversity . (is advice) Gnjoy J? cherries Mfresh# fro>en or driedN daily# then continue until your pain disappears.

1ight tummy troubles $ith fish %ndigestion# irritable bo$el syndrome# inflammatory bo$el diseasesTif your belly al$ays seems to be in an uproar# try munching +8 ounces of fish $ee,ly to ease your misery. 5epeated studies sho$ that the fatty acids in fish# called G0 and 3( # can significantly reduce intestinal inflammation# cramping and belly pain and# in some cases# provide as much relief as corticosteroids and other prescription meds. RG0 and 3( are po$erful# natural# side effect<free anti<inflammatories# that can dramatically improve the function of the entire gastrointestinal tract#S e"plains biological chemist *arry 6ears# 0h.3.# president of the %nflammation 5esearch 1oundation in Marblehead # M . 1or best results# loo, for oily fish li,e salmon# sardines# tuna# mac,erel# trout and herring.

0revent 0M6 $ith yogurt Cp to 8? percent of $omen $ill struggle $ith premenstrual syndrome and its uncomfortable symptoms# report Yale researchers. The reason) Their nervous systems are sensitive to the ups and do$ns in estrogen and progesterone that occur naturally every month. *ut snac,ing on J cups of yogurt a day can slash these symptoms by E8 percent# say researchers at :e$ Yor, &s Columbia Cniversity . RYogurt is rich in calcium# a mineral that naturally calms the nervous system# preventing painful symptoms even $hen hormones are in flu"#S e"plains Mary Bane Min,in# M.3.# a professor of gynecology at Yale Cniversity . Tame chronic pain $ith turmeric 6tudies sho$ turmeric# a popular Gast %ndian spice# is actually three times more effective at easing pain than aspirin# ibuprofen or napro"en# plus it can help relieve chronic pain for 8? percent of people struggling $ith arthritis and even fibromyalgia# according to Cornell researchers. That&s because turmeric&s active ingredient# curcumin# naturally shuts do$n cycloo"ygenase J# an en>yme that churns out a stream of pain<producing hormones# e"plains nutrition researcher Bulian 2hita,er# M.3. and author of the boo,# 5eversing 3iabetes. The study<recommended dose) 6prin,le +AE teaspoon of this spice daily onto any rice# poultry# meat or vegetable dish. Gnd endometrial pain $ith oats The tic,et to soothing endometriosis pain could be a daily bo$l of oatmeal. Gndometriosis occurs $hen little bits of the uterine lining detach and gro$ outside of the uterus. G"perts say these migrating cells can turn menstruation into a misery# causing so much inflammation that they trigger severe cramping during your period# plus a heavy ache that drags on all month long. 1ortunately# scientists say opting for a diet rich in oats can help reduce endometrial pain for up to L? percent of $omen $ithin si" months. That&s because oats don&t contain gluten# a trouble<ma,ing protein that triggers inflammation in many $omen# ma,ing endometriosis difficult to bear# e"plains 0eter -reen# M.3.# professor of medicine at Colombia Cniversity . 6oothe foot pain $ith salt G"perts say at least si" million mericans develop painful ingro$n toenails each year. *ut regularly soa,ing ingro$n nails in $arm salt $ater baths can cure these painful infections $ithin four days# say scientists at California &s 6tanford Cniversity . The salt in the mi" naturally ni"es inflammation# plus it&s anti<bacterial# so it 'uic,ly destroys the germs that cause s$elling and pain. Bust mi" + teaspoon of salt into each cup of $ater# heat to the $armest temperature that you can comfortably stand# and then soa, the affected foot area for J? minutes t$ice daily# until your infection subsides. 0revent digestive upsets $ith pineapple -ot gas/ One cup of fresh pineapple daily can cut painful bloating $ithin DJ hours# say researchers at California &s 6tanford Cniversity . That&s because pineapple is natually pac,ed $ith proteolytic en>ymes# digestive aids that help speed the brea,do$n of pain<causing proteins in the stomach and small intestine# say C63 researchers.

5ela" painful muscles $ith peppermint 6uffering from tight# sore muscles/ 6tubborn ,nots can hang around for months if they aren&t properly treated# says naturopath Mar, 6tengler# :.3.# author of the boo,# The :atural 0hysician&s (ealing Therapies. (is advice) Three times each $ee,# soa, in a $arm tub scented $ith +? drops of peppermint oil. The $arm $ater $ill rela" your muscles# $hile the peppermint oil $ill naturally soothe your nerves I a combo that can ease muscle cramping J8 percent more effectively than over<the<counter pain,illers# and cut the fre'uency of future flare<ups in half# says 6tengler. -ive your bac, some T;C $ith grapes -ot an achy bac,/ -rapes could be the tic,et to a speedy recovery. 5ecent studies at Ohio 6tate Cniversity suggest eating a heaping cup of grapes daily can rela" tight blood vessels# significantly improving blood flo$ to damaged bac, tissues Mand often $ithin three hours of enjoying the first bo$lN. That&s great ne$s because your bac,&s vertebrae and shoc,<absorbing discs are completely dependent on nearby blood vessels to bring them healing nutrients and o"ygen# so improving blood flo$ is essential for healing damaged bac, tissue# says 6tengler. 2ash a$ay pain injuries $ith $ater 2hether it&s your feet# your ,nees or your shoulders that are throbbing# e"perts at :e$ Yor, &s Manhattan College # say you could ,ic,<start your recovery in one $ee, just by drin,ing eight 8< ounce glasses of $ater daily. 2hy/ G"perts say $ater dilutes# and then helps flush out# histamine# a pain<triggering compound produced by injured tissues. R0lus $ater is a ,ey building bloc, of the cartilage that cushions the ends of your bones# your joints& lubricating fluid# and the soft discs in your spine#S adds 6usan M. .leiner# 0h.3.# author of the boo,# The -ood Mood 3iet. R nd $hen these tissues are $ell<hydrated# they can move and glide over each other $ithout causing pain.S One caveat) *e sure to measure your drin,ing glasses to find out ho$ large they really are before you start sipping# she says. Today&s juice glasses often hold more than +J ounces# $hich means five servings could be enough to meet your daily goal. (eal sinus problems $ith horseradish ;atest studies sho$ sinusitis is the nation&s number one chronic health problem. nd this condition doesn&t just spur congestion and facial pain# it also ma,es sufferers si" times more li,ely to feel achy all<over. (orseradish to the rescue! ccording to -erman researchers# this eye<$atering condiment naturally revs up blood flo$ to the sinus cavities# helping to open and drain clogged sinuses and heal sinus infections more 'uic,ly than decongestant sprays do. The study< recommended dose) One teaspoon t$ice daily Meither on its o$n# or used as a sand$ich or meat toppingN until symptoms clear. *eat bladder infections $ith blueberries Gating + cup of blueberries daily# $hether you opt for them fresh# fro>en or in juice form# can cut your ris, of a urinary tract infection MCT%sN by L? percent# according to researchers at :e$ Bersey&s 5utgers Cniversity. That&s because blueberries are loaded $ith tannins# plant compounds that $rap around problem<causing bacteria in the bladder# so they can&t get a toehold and create an infection# e"plains my (o$ell# 0h.3. a scientist at 5utgers Cniversity .

(eal mouth sores $ith honey 3ab painful can,er and cold sores $ith unpasteuri>ed honey four times daily until these s,in $oes disappear# and they&ll heal EK percent faster than if you use a prescription cream# say researchers at the 3ubai 6peciali>ed Medical Center in the Cnited rab Gmirates . 5a$ honey&s natural en>ymes >ap inflammation# destroy invading viruses and speed the healing of damaged tissues# say the study authors. 1ight breast pain $ith fla" %n one recent study# adding K tablespoons of ground fla" to their daily diet eased breast soreness for one in three $omen $ithin +J $ee,s. 6cientists credit fla"&s phytoestrogens# natural plant compounds that prevent the estrogen spi,es that can trigger breast pain. More good ne$s) You don&t have to be a master ba,er to snea, this healthy seed into your diet. Bust sprin,le ground fla" on oatmeal# yogurt# applesauce or add it to smoothies and veggie dips.

Cure migraines $ith coffee 0rone to migraines/ Try muscling<up your pain,iller $ith a coffee chaser. 2hatever over<the< counter pain med you prefer# researchers at the :ational (eadache 1oundation say $ashing it do$n $ith a strong +J< ounce cup of coffee $ill boost the effectiveness of your medication by E? percent or more. G"perts say caffeine stimulates the stomach lining to absorb pain,illers more 'uic,ly and more effectively.

Tame leg cramps $ith tomato juice t least one in five people regularly struggle $ith leg cramps. The culprit/ 0otassium deficiencies# $hich occur $hen this mineral is flushed out by diuretics# caffeinated beverages or heavy perspiration during e"ercise. *ut sip +? ounces of potassium<rich tomato juice daily and you&ll not only speed your recovery# you&ll reduce your ris, of painful cramp flare<ups in as little as +? days# say CC; researchers.

6urya :amas,ar 6urya :amas,ar should be done facing the early morning mild sunlight from the east. %mportance of 6urya :amas,ar The 6ans,rut language says ) adityasya namas,aram ye ,urvanti dine dine U Banmaantarsahasreshu daridryam nopajaayate UU Meaning ) %t is said that the person $ho does 6urya :amas,ar is untouched by poverty for his thousand lifetimes. *enefits of 6urya :amas,ar . %t improves the blood circulation of all the important organs of the body.

*. %mproves the functioning of the heart and lungs. C. 6trengthens the muscles of the arms and $aist. 3. Ma,es the spine and $aist more fle"ible. G. (elps in reducing the fat around the abdomen and thus reduces $eight. 1. %mproves digestion. -. %mproves concentration po$er . 2ays in $hich respiration MbreathingN should be done during a 6urya :amas,ar +. 0ura, @ Ta,ing in a long breath . J. 5echa, @ ;eaving out a long breath. K. .umbha, @(olding the breath. E. antar .umbha, @ (olding the breath after breathing in. 8. *ahir .umbha, @ (olding the breath after breathing out. =arious chants to be done during 6urya :amas,ar +. Om Mitraaya namahaa J. Om 5avaye namahaa K. Om 6uryaaya namaha E. Om *haanave namahaa 8. Om .hagaaya namahaa L. Om 0ushane namahaa D. Om (iranyagarbhaaya namahaa 8. Om Marichye namahaa O. Om adityaaya namahaa +?. Om 6avitre namahaa ++. Om ,aarye namahaa +J. Om *haas,araaya namahaa +K. Om 6ri 6avitru 6urya :aaraayanaaya namahaa Method of doing 6urya :amas,ar There are ten different steps A positions that ma,e a 6urya :amas,ar. *efore doing a 6urya :amas,ar $e should chant all the thirteen chants in the given order starting from ROm Mitraaya namahaa ) Gvery step in 6urya :amas,ar is a different yoga position. 3uring every step $e have to do the Vpura,& and recha, breathing steps alternately. Gg. 6tep J< pura,# 6tep K< recha,< 6tep E @ pura, and so on To get the ma"imum benefit of 6urya :amas,ar hold yourself stable in every position for at least +? to +8 seconds. 0osition + 0rarthanasan ) *oth feet touching each other# both hands joined at the centre of the chest as in prayer position bac, and nec, straight and loo, straight. *reathing ) .umbha, *enefit ) (elps maintain the balance of the body. 0osition J Continuing from the first position ta,e your hands straight up above your head and bend slightly bac,$ards to stretch your bac,. .eep your hands in prayer position M$ithout bending your elbo$sN. .eep your nec, bet$een your arms and loo,ing up$ards bend slightly bac,$ards from the $aist. *reathing ) 0ura, M2hile going from 0osition + to J slo$ly# start ta,ing long breathsN *enefit ) 6trengthens chest muscles $hich in turn help in breathing.

0osition K Cttanasan ) Continuing from Jnd position ta,e your hands from above your head bending in the front and place your hands beside your feet on both sides. .eep your ,nees straight and try to touch the head to your ,nees. *reathing ) 5echa, M;eave your breath slo$ly $hile going from 0osition J to KN *enefit ) Ma,es the $aist and spine fle"ible. %t strengthens the muscles and is beneficial for the functioning of the liver. 0osition E G,pad prasarnasan ) 1rom the Krd position start sitting do$n and ta,e one leg bac,$ards in full stretching position# your hands resting on the ground on either sides of the front leg. The other leg should be bent at the ,nee. 0ut the chest $eight on the front ,nee# your eyes should be loo,ing slightly up$ards. *reathing ) 0ura, *enefit ) 6trengthens the leg muscles and ma,es the spine and nec, muscles fle"ible. 0osition 8 Chaturang dandasan ) :o$ slo$ly ta,e the second leg bac, and beside the first. .eep the legs in line $ith the ,nees. The $hole body $eight should rest on the palms and toes. The foot# $aist and head should be in a straight line. ;oo, ahead to$ards the ground MThis is also called Chaturang 3andasan because the body rests on the toes and palmsN *reathing ) 5echa, *enefit ) 6trengthens the arms and maintains body posture 0osition L shtangasan ) ;o$er the chest to$ards the ground bending both arms at the elbo$s. The follo$ing eight organs should touch the ground# forehead# chest# both palms# both ,nees and both toes. M*ecause eight body parts touch the ground it is called shtangasanN *reathing ) .umbha, M*ahir,umba,N *enefit ) Ma,es the spine and $aist fle"ible and strengthens the muscles. 0osition D *hujangasan ) :o$ lift your body above the $aist# bending it slightly bac,$ards and loo,ing bac,$ards. Ma,e sure your legs and thighs are touching the ground and your bac, is in a semi< circular position. *reathing ) 0ura, *enefit ) Ma,es the spine and $aist fle"ible and strengthens the muscles. M0ositions 8# L and D together# strengthen the arms and reduce the fat around the abdomen and $aist.N 0osition 8 dhomu,h svanasan ) :o$ lift your $aist up$ards and arms fully stretched $ith hands and legs resting on the ground# try to touch the chin to the chest. *reathing ) 5echa, *enefit ) *eneficial for spine and $aist muscles. 0osition O G,pad 0rasarnasan ) 6ame as the Eth position $ith the opposite leg behind. *reathing ) 0ura,