Pranayama Science: How Breath Transforms Mind & Body with Sundar Balasubramanian | Integral Yoga Podcast

Discover the science of Pranayama and how conscious breathing may help improve mental clarity, emotional balance, stress management, and overall well-being. In this episode of Integral Yoga Podcast, host Avi Gordon welcomes Dr. Sundar Balasubramanian to explore the connection between breath, mind, body, and the ancient wisdom of yoga through a modern scientific perspective.

Dr. Sundar shares insights into Prana, cellular energy, mindful breathing, humming techniques, and the importance of slowing down the breath to calm the mind. He also discusses his research on Pranayama, including its potential benefits for cancer survivors, anxiety, depression, fatigue, and inflammation-related biomarkers.

The conversation explores practical ways to build a sustainable breathing practice, overcome resistance to meditation, and incorporate simple Pranayama exercises into everyday life. The episode concludes with a guided breathing practice inspired by traditional yogic teachings.

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