What is Pranayama? Pranayama is one of the most profound and practical tools in Ayurveda and yoga for restoring balance in the body, mind, and spirit. The word comes from two Sanskrit roots: prana (life force, vital energy carried by the breath) and ayama(expansion, regulation, or control). Together, pranayama means the conscious use of the breath to direct prana, … Continue reading Pranayama and Its Benefits