Bhopal, May 20 -- A study by the Departments of Physiology and AYUSH at AIIMS Bhopal has shed new light on the cardiovascular benefits of pranayama, the ancient yogic practice of controlled breathing. The research, which focused on specific breathing techniques - Right Nostril Breathing (RNB) and Left Nostril Breathing (LNB) - found measurable improvements in heart rate variability (HRV), indicating enhanced autonomic function and stress reduction.
The study, conducted on 20 experienced yoga practitioners, evaluated the immediate effects of RNB and LNB on HRV using sophisticated monitoring tools. After just five minutes of practice, participants demonstrated a significant increase in parasympathetic activity - the branch of the nervous sys...