New Delhi, 13 September (IANS). In Ayurveda, the nose is not only seen as a respiratory organ, but also as the safety shield of the body. The great texts of Ayurveda such as Charak Samhita, Sushruta Samhita and the nasal structure, function and medical procedures have been given special importance in the heart.
In Ayurveda, the nose has been called ‘Pranaya: Dwararam’, which means the path of entry of life energy. No work of the body is possible without life air. The air which enters the body through the breath maintains life by transporting oxygen to the cells.
According to Ayurveda, the nose is directly related to the brain, hence a process like nasal karma has been developed in the Ayurvedic medicine system. In this, medicines are inserted through the nose so that disorders related to head, brain, eye, throat and nerves can be treated. It is extremely beneficial in diseases like mental fatigue, amnesia, headache, lack of sleep and anxiety.
The physical texture of the nose is such that it acts as an external harmful particles, bacteria and dust filtering. There are short hair and mucus within the nose that prevent undesirable elements from entering inside. This process is helpful in maintaining the body’s immunity.
The nose is not only the entrance of the air, but it also controls air purification, temperature balance and humidity control. The cold or polluted air is hot and purified by going inside the nose, so that there is no negative effect on the lungs.
The importance of nose is very important in yoga and pranayama. All respiratory exercises are done by the nose, as it is helpful in mental peace, strengthening of the nervous system and balance of life. Pranayama methods like Anulom-Antonym, Nadi Recognition and Bhramari are done through the nose.
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