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Sitali Pranayam, also known as the “cooling breath”. It’s use with some kriyas, in segmented breaths, and with Breath of Fire.

How to do it

  • Curl the tongue into a U shape.
  • Inhale through the curled tongue.
  • Exhale through the nose.

Benefits

  • It’s used to lower fevers or the body temperature in hot days.
  • Aids digestion.
  • If the tongue takes bitter at first it’s a sign of detoxification. It will pass.
   
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