Health
oi-Amritha K
Each
year,
the
21st
of
June
is
observed
as
International
Yoga
Day.
The
day
was
proclaimed
by
the
United
Nations
General
Assembly
in
2014
and
has
been
observed
annually
since
then.
Indian
Prime
Minister,
Narendra
Modi,
had
proposed
the
date
of
21
June
in
his
UN
address
in
2014,
because
it
is
the
longest
day
of
the
year
in
the
Northern
Hemisphere
and
holds
special
significance
in
many
parts
of
the
world.
The
theme
of
International
Yoga
Day
2023
is
"Humanity." On
the
event
of
the
International
Day
Of
Yoga
2023,
let's
take
a
look
at
the
benefits
of
Breath
of
Fire
Yoga
and
how
to
do
it.
Table of Contents
What
Is
Breath
Of
Fire
Yoga?
Breath
of
Fire
yoga
is
a
powerful
breathing
technique
that
has
been
practised
for
centuries
in
India.
It
is
also
known
as
Kapalbhati
Pranayama.
The
origin
of
Kapalbhati
Pranayama
is
an
ancient
yogic
breathing
exercise.
It
is
commonly
used
in
Kundalini
Yoga
to
awaken
the
inner
spirit,
as
well
as
in
every
Bikram
Yoga
(type
of
yoga)
class
[1].
This
technique
involves
rhythmic
and
rapid
breathing
through
the
nose
with
a
forceful
exhalation.
The
inhale
happens
automatically
and
passively.
Benefits
Of
Breath
Of
Fire
Yoga
Breath
of
Fire
yoga
has
numerous
benefits
for
the
mind
and
body.
Some
of
the
benefits
are
as
follows
[2][3]:
1.
Increases
oxygen
supply:
Breath
of
Fire
yoga
is
an
effective
way
to
increase
oxygen
supply
in
the
body.
It
helps
to
improve
blood
circulation
and
enhances
the
flow
of
oxygen
to
the
brain,
which
can
boost
mental
clarity
and
focus.
2.
Detoxifies
the
body:
This
breathing
technique
helps
to
release
toxins
from
the
body
and
cleanse
the
respiratory
system.
3.
Boosts
digestion:
Breath
of
Fire
yoga
can
improve
digestion
and
metabolism,
which
can
help
to
maintain
a
healthy
weight.
4.
Enhances
immune
system:
The
practice
of
Breath
of
Fire
yoga
can
strengthen
the
immune
system
and
reduce
the
risk
of
illness.
5.
Reduces
stress:
This
breathing
technique
can
help
to
reduce
stress
and
anxiety
by
calming
the
mind
and
body.
How
To
Do
Breath
Of
Fire
Yoga:
Step
By
Step
Guide
Breath
of
Fire
yoga
is
a
simple
technique
that
can
be
done
by
anyone.
Here
are
the
steps
to
perform
this
technique
correctly
[4]:
1.
Sit
in
a
comfortable
position
with
your
spine
straight
and
shoulders
relaxed.
You
can
sit
on
a
chair
or
on
the
floor
with
crossed
legs.
2.
Take
a
few
deep
breaths
to
relax
your
body.
3.
Begin
by
exhaling
forcefully
through
your
nose,
followed
by
a
quick
inhale
through
the
nose.
4.
Repeat
this
process
rapidly
and
rhythmically,
without
pausing
between
the
inhale
and
exhale.
5.
Focus
on
the
exhale
and
let
the
inhale
happen
passively.
6.
Start
with
a
few
rounds
and
gradually
increase
the
duration
of
the
practice.
7.
Remember
to
keep
your
breaths
shallow
and
rapid.
Do
not
force
your
breath
or
strain
your
body.
On
A
Final
Note...
Breath
of
Fire
yoga
is
a
powerful
technique
that
can
have
numerous
benefits
for
the
mind
and
body.
By
practising
this
technique
correctly,
you
can
increase
oxygen
supply,
detoxify
the
body,
boost
digestion,
enhance
the
immune
system,
and
reduce
stress
and
anxiety.
With
regular
practice,
you
can
experience
a
sense
of
calm,
clarity,
and
vitality
in
your
life.
Story first published: Friday, June 16, 2023, 11:45 [IST]
