Herbs for the Five Pranas

Written By Dr. Schauer

  • Prana (forward moving air): Increase the power of inhalation, improve appetite, open head/ sinuses. 

    • Energetics: Spicy diaphoretics herbs.

  • Apana (air that moves away): Cleanse downward channels and increase elimination.

    • Energetics: Mild laxative herbs.

  • Samana (balancing air): Help digestion and absorption.

    • Energetics: Spicy herbs.

  • Vyana (outward moving air): Promote circulation in the heart, blood, and musculoskeletal system. 

    • Energetics: Spicy and bitter herbs.

  • Udana (upward moving air): Increase vitality and power of effort.

    • Energetics: Spicy and astringent herbs.

Dr. Schauer https://www.schauernd.com
Previous

Eating For Your Yoga Practice
Next

Herbs for the Practice of Yoga