Health in Your Hand: Seven Mudras for Amazing Health Benefits
Mudras are very powerful. If you practice these mudras regularly you can see the wonderful health benefits.
Long before this much publicity came to yoga my grand father used to practice asanas, chakras and mudras in yoga. To my knowledge my grandfather has never gone to a doctor. He has neither diabetes nor blood pressure. He taught us the way to practice mudras.
Mudras
are very powerful. If you practice these mudras regularly you can see the wonderful health benefits.
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Gyan Mudra (Mudra of Knowledge):
Method:
Touch the tip of the thumb to the tip of the index finger, with the other three fingers stretched out.
Specialty:
As it is a mudra of knowledge, it enhances the knowledge. The tip of thumb has centers of pituitary and endocrine glands. When we press these centers by index finger the two glands work actively.
Time duration:
There is no particular time duration for this mudra. You can practice by sitting, standing or lying on bed whenever and wherever you have time.
Benefits:
- Increases memory power and sharpens the brain
- Enhances concentration and prevents Insomnia
- If we practice it regularly, it will cure all psychological disorders like Mental, Hysteria, Anger and Depression
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Prithvi Mudra (Mudra of Earth):
Method:
Tip of the ring finger touches the tip of the thumb, with the other three fingers stretched out.
Specialty:
It reduces all physical weaknesses.
Time Duration:
It has no particular time duration. You can practice it any time you want.
Benefits:
- It helps to increase the weight for weak people
- It improves the complexion of skin and makes the skin to glow
- It makes the body active by keeping it healthy
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Varuna Mudra (Mudra of Water):
Method:
Tip of little finger touches the tip of thumb, with the other three fingers stretched out.
Specialty:
It balances the water content and prevents all diseases which come due to lack of water.
Time Duration:
It has no specific time duration and one can practice it according to their time.
Benefits:
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It retains clarity in blood by balancing water content in the body
- Prevents the pains of Gastroenteritis and Muscle Shrinkage
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Vayu Mudra (Mudra of Air):
Method:
Keep the index finger on the base of the thumb and press with thumb keeping the other three fingers straight.
Specialty:
It prevents all the diseases that occur due to the imbalance of the air.
Time Duration:
The practice of this mudra for 45 minutes reduces the severity of the disease in 12 to 24 hours. For better results practice it for two months.
Benefits:
- It cures Rheumatism, Arthritis, Gout, Parkinson’s disease and paralysis without any medicine
- It is useful for Cervical Spondilytis, paralysis to face and catching of nerve in neck
- It corrects the disorder of gas in the stomach
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Shunya Mudra (Mudra of Emptiness):
Method:
Keep the middle finger at the
mount of Venus
and press it with thumb.Specialty:
It reduces the dullness in our body.
Time Duration:
One can practice it for 40 to 60 minutes daily until to be cured from the disease.
Benefits:
- It relieves an earache within 4 or 5 minutes
- It is useful for the deaf and mentally challenged, but not for inborn ones.
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Surya Mudra (Mudra of Sun):
Method:
Bend the ring finger and press it with thumb.
Specialty:
It sharpens the center in thyroid gland.
Time Duration:
Practice it daily twice for 5 to 15 minutes.
Benefits:
- It reduces cholesterol in body and helps in reducing weight
- It reduces anxiety
- It corrects indigestion problems
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Prana Mudra (Mudra of Life):
Method:
Bend ring finger and little finger and touch the tip of thumb with their tips keeping the remaining two fingers stretched.
Specialty:
As it is the mudra of life, it improves the power of life. Weak people become strong. It reduces the clamps in blood vessels. If we practice it regularly, we will become active.
Time Duration:
No specific time duration. One can practice it any time.
Benefits:
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It improves immunity
- Improves the power of eyes and reduces eye related diseases
- It removes the vitamin deficiency and fatigue
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Apana Mudra (Mudra of Digestion):
Method:
The tips of middle finger and ring finger touch the tip of thumb while the other two fingers are stretched out.
Specialty:
It plays an important role in our health as it regulates the excretory system.
Time Duration:
Practice it daily for 45 minutes, but practice for longer time yields more benefits.
Benefits:
- It regulates diabetes
- It cures constipation and piles
- It helps excreting the normal waste regularly
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Apana Vayu Mudra (Mudra of Heart):
Method:
The tips of the middle finger and ring finger touch the tip of thumb, while the index finger touches the base of thumb and little finger stretched out.
Specialty:
It benefits the heart. It works like injection in the reduction of heart attack. It is as powerful as sorbitate tablet. It reduces the gas content in body.
Time Duration:
Practice it as many times as you can. Heart patients and BP patients can practice it for 15 minutes daily twice for better results.
Benefits:
- It strengthens the heart and regularizes palpitation
- It regulates excretory system
- It redeems gastric trouble
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Linga Mudra (Mudra of Heat):
Method:
Interlock the fingers of both the hands and keep the thumb of the left hand vertically straight and encircle it with the thumb and the index finger of the right hand.
Specialty:
It generates heat in our body. Take milk, ghee, more water and fruit juices in addition to practice of this mudra for much benefits.
Time Duration:
Practice it any time you want. But don’t practice it a lot as it produces heat in the body. It can cause sweating even in winter if you practice it longer.
Benefits:
- It stops production of phlegm and gives power to lungs
- It cures severe cold and bronchial infection
- It invigorates the body
It is amazing but true. If you want to see the results, start today!
DISCLAIMER:
This article is written solely for health purpose. Yoga is not related to any particular religion. It is just an ancient science that has solution for many health problems.
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Darlene McFarlane | Oct 2, 2007 | Reply
I enjoyed this article very much. I know many people who would like to read it as well so I am sending your link in my email.
Thank you for sharing.
valli | Oct 2, 2007 | Reply
Thanks for ur comment.
Onflame | Oct 6, 2007 | Reply
It was really great of you to share ancient Indian techniques with all. I knew some of them before, but didn’t know the exact names. Also, you’ve introduced me to many new ones.
Great work,
Onflame
Susan | Oct 6, 2007 | Reply
Hi Valli
I read the article and tried to practice the Mudras. It really loosened the muscles of my palm & fingers.
But how can I sustain any mudra for 45 minutes?
Susan
valli | Oct 7, 2007 | Reply
Thanx for all the comments.
@ Susan
Need not sustain any Mudra continuously for 45 minutes. Give a break of minute or two when u feel u cannot sustain. Just make sure that the total time you exercise is 45 minutes.
Travis | Oct 7, 2007 | Reply
Seriously, you expect people to believe contorting your fingers yields medical results? How absurd. I may as well visit a witch doctor!
What’s the rational connection? Show me scientific medical studies.
Onflame | Oct 7, 2007 | Reply
Travis, neurons(nerve cells) have their tips throughout the base of the skin. However, they are most active at certain points on our palms and beneath the feet. When mudras are practised, these neuron tips get activated and function efficiently to give better results. The best part is, there are no side effects like those due to some types of medicines. This has been proven scientifically. These practices have been there in India since long and they are slowly gaining international popularity and worldwide acceptance.
Hope that helped,
Onflame
Ken | Oct 7, 2007 | Reply
These are surprisingly hard! One hand at a time or both at once?
valli | Oct 7, 2007 | Reply
Thats well explained by Onflame. It has been long known that nerve endings in our palms and feet can be stimulated to activate various organs.
@ Ken
You can practice with one hand as well, but it is supposed to be more effective when done with both the hands at once.
docashim | Oct 8, 2007 | Reply
Many thanks for sharing these ancient Mudras, I am sure there was some basis to these techniques; I would love to read the scientific evidence, where are they reported? Conceptually it does not sound dissimilar from the Chinese system of auricular accupuncture however.
Ann in Navajo land | Oct 9, 2007 | Reply
Valli, this is an outstanding article; thanks to you for writing it. For the debunkers wanting “scientific studies” and medical proof, your orthodox medical cartels in the US alone, kill over a quarter of a million people a year – and that’s by the AMA’s own admission. Of those victims, over a hundred thousand a year die from FDA-approved drugs. If the FDA ever approved mudras, they’d promptly make them illegal! I haven’t been to a doctor in thirty years and I have less reason now than ever to begin doing. Don’t forget: a cured patient is a lost customer.
lizzie 2 uk | Oct 9, 2007 | Reply
OK, I’m sorry I jumped the gun on this one!!! I was looking for more information and found that article…I will put my brain into gear in future before commenting!
D | Oct 9, 2007 | Reply
With all due respect, I have a hard time believing that holding the hands in a particular position can cure a cold.
Morten | Oct 9, 2007 | Reply
I am sceptical, but open-minded. If there are any scientific studies published om mudras, preferrably, by some kind of objective, blind control comparison, please direct us to them.
jetty | Oct 10, 2007 | Reply
Hi Valli, that was a great article. I really enjoyed reading it. And Dont BOTHER about anyone who asks you scientific evidence for these. These orthodox people take any drug given by medical practioners without asking for evidence that it cures any problem, or even wonder if that drugs have any side effects. But They are “sceptical” to try something which is harmless. Valli, I ask u to just disregard these comments. Just because a few orthodox people dont like ur article does not mean it isnt good or helpful. According to me u have done a very good job introducing these mudras to people who suffer so much due to all those chemical drugs.
Please write more articles like these,
jetty
valli | Oct 10, 2007 | Reply
Thanks for all the comments.
Onflame | Oct 10, 2007 | Reply
Wow, I really like jetty’s comment (comment #18) What he speaks is indeed true, and I agree. I too request for more articles like this as it is really easy to keep good health this way.
valli | Oct 10, 2007 | Reply
I plan to write more articles on yoga anyway, but they might take a bit of time…
Bret McCluskey | Oct 16, 2007 | Reply
Wonderful and it works for me
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redgold | Oct 16, 2007 | Reply
#1 really works! Thanks!
Kirk | Oct 19, 2007 | Reply
I liked what jetty had to say. I myself have taken prescriptions from my doctor without a second thought. I’m going to give mudras a try, after all even if they don’t work for me what harm has been done.
Jesse | Oct 20, 2007 | Reply
@jetty:
That’s a straw man argument if I ever saw one. You’re making a huge leap, and a blindly emotional one, by assuming everything you do about those who ask about the scientific evidence behind a practice that the author is CLAIMING TO BE SCIENTIFIC!
Tim | Oct 20, 2007 | Reply
Great:) Thanks
I find that even focusing on a particular result EX:(releasing stress) while doing a routine- Improves whatever i am focusing on.
I do Feel there is great power and energy in the hands
Fancy | Oct 20, 2007 | Reply
My acupuncturist, who has had twelve years of study in Chinese medicine, says that Chinese medicine evolved from Indian aurevedic (sp) medicine.
Sudhi | Oct 22, 2007 | Reply
Thank you so much for this guidance
Ann-Marie | Oct 22, 2007 | Reply
For Jesse:
You make an excellent point. If one makes a ’supernatural’ claim then it is up to the individual to make a leap of faith, but if one declares his or her method to be scientific it’s more than reasonable to ask for the relevant research.
For Jetty:
Science is not evil. We look to see if we can understand the world to make it better- higher standards of living, lower death rates etc. We would not make progress if we did not ask questions.
GrateOne | Oct 23, 2007 | Reply
“It is not the sign of a candid and scientific mind to throw overboard anything without proper investigation. Surface scientists, unable to explain the various extraordinary mental phenomena, strive to ignore their very existence. They are, therefore, more culpable than those…”
“They (the sages) ask us to take up the method and practise honestly, and then, if we do no find the higher truth, we will have the right to say there is no truth in the claim, but before we have done that we are not rational in denying the truth of their assertions.”
- Swami Vivekananda in Raja Yoga.
Don’t just say it’s not scientific or that it’s supernatural. Just as you ask for evidence why don’t you follow the path and get the evidence yourself.
Go to the roots of it and know the Truth. And I bet knowing more about Science would surely complement you in knowing more about the Truth.
ubi cooper | Oct 26, 2007 | Reply
I think we should dance this one out.
Raghavendra.Padasalgi | Oct 26, 2007 | Reply
I thankyou for the above outstanding article.It is beneficial for all.
RootyJr | Oct 28, 2007 | Reply
Thank you for sharing! God Bless!
ondedge | Oct 31, 2007 | Reply
I am depressed and suicidal. will try Gyan Mudra as often as I can. c what happens.
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swiss cheese | Nov 10, 2007 | Reply
i use the f u mudra, great with road rage
siva | Nov 26, 2007 | Reply
Hi valli
Excellent article, i have been practising yoga and mudras. Experinced amazing benefits. One day some one will give a serious study and submit thesis on “Mudra therapy”.
valli | Nov 26, 2007 | Reply
Thank you very much for all the comments.
@ Siva, really mudras do wonders and there is a need to study and develop these alternative remedies.
sandeep | Nov 30, 2007 | Reply
Hi valli
Nice article.what are the mudras will help autistic, hyperactive childs. will you pl. help ?
Sandeep
Uma | Jan 16, 2008 | Reply
Many thanks to Valli for the wonderful and informative artcile. I googled to find info on mudras and have been in the past few weeks, till now, have not seen even one that speaks actually about how long to practice for each of the mudras. Would be great to read more from you..
I am getting my elders to try this out as they are too week to do more rigourous gym exercises. I guess this is a powerful short cut. Would love to hear from someone with success on reducing weight by practice of the Mudras..
Elenie | Jan 21, 2008 | Reply
Many thanks Valli for sharing your knowledge of the Mudras. I’m about to try the Shunya Mudra as I have earache due to a heavy cold. I read in a book on Jin Shin Jyutsu that each of our ten fingers can regulate 14,400 functions within the body.
Our bodies contain intelligence beyond our understanding, until we take time with an open mind to learn how it can help us.
Om Shanti
vinitha | Feb 10, 2008 | Reply
mudras are really effective. I have been using this for a long time now and i recommended all my friends. They too are happy now.
vinitha | Feb 10, 2008 | Reply
I had menstrual problem. I spent so much money for this problem but once i stopped medicine again the problem came up. But now after practising mudras my periods are regular and that too without any medicines. I feel wonderful.
valli | Feb 10, 2008 | Reply
Thank you very much, Vinitha.
Judy Sheldon | Mar 13, 2008 | Reply
Fascinating read. I read this long ago, but perhaps did not leave my comment then. I believe wholeheartedly that this practice should prove healing.
valli | Mar 13, 2008 | Reply
Thank you very much, Judy.
Umashankar Shashidhar Kallur , HCL Technologies UK . | Mar 18, 2008 | Reply
Dear Valli ,Warm Greetings…..
Hats off to u, Really MUDRAs are very powerful. Im practicing them everyday. But what I noticed is, I practice them at night for around 30-35 mins, after that I wont get sleep for around 1-1.30 hrs. Is that I should practice them only in the morning ?
Pls send some more mudras to become STRONGE as I am very lean and weak.
THX a TON,
Umashankar Shashidhar Kallur, HCL Technologies UK .
LateElf | Mar 19, 2008 | Reply
I have re-read this article several times, and enjoy garnering a better understanding with each passing.
This time around, it’s occurred to me, that in the US’ youth groups of the “Boy Scouts” and “Cub Scouts” (of which I have been a long standing member and participant/leader) they have a hand signal that is VERY similar to the Gyan Mudra! In fact, the hand position usually calls for the tip of the first finger rolled into the thumb, instead of tip-to-tip. Still, everyone does it different; I find this distinct similarity amazing!
FTR, the groups have been official for many years, though I am unsure if the group has reached a centennial mark yet.
valli | Mar 19, 2008 | Reply
@Umashankar Shashidhar Kallur
Thanks a lot 4 ur comment. As Mudras r known to activate ur nerves some ppl do feel activeness and lack of sleep immediately after practicing them. Practice them in the evenings if u can, or else stick only to the mornings. And coming to the mudras for becoming strong, they alone wudnt be able to make u so. Have proper diet and practice Surya Mudra and Apana Mudra, so that feel more hungry.
@LateElf
thanks for the comment
Swamy Achanta | Mar 24, 2008 | Reply
Thanks A lot for sharing such a knowledgeble tips for protecting health.
These are simple and everybody will be able to do this.
Thank you once again
Umashankar Shashidhar Kallur, HCL Technologies . | Mar 25, 2008 | Reply
Once again Thanks a lot Valli.
Awaiting for more mudras from your end.
Regs,
Uma…..
Jay | Apr 5, 2008 | Reply
A few days ago, I was suffering from a horrible toothache, which started for no apparent reason. I felt so much pain in my gum, that I wasn’t able to sleep at all. I googled using keywords ‘yoga toothache’ and came across couple of sites that suggested that I do the Varuna mudra (where you touch the thumb to the little finger). I must admit I was quite sceptical, but I was ready to try anything. I sat in my bed and did the mudra for 10-15 minutes, and wonder of wonder, the pain subsided! Since then, I have been doing quite a bit of research on mudras – that’s how I came to this site. I can’t believe this information is not known to the general public. I suggested to my mother (who is arthritic) to try out a few mudras, and she already told me her arthritic pain has gone down significantly.
By the way, this site was the place that got me started on my mudra journey: http://hubpages.com/hub/Toothache_and_Mudras
Dr. Donald Thronburg | Apr 10, 2008 | Reply
4vmstWhat a GREAT contribution to our wellness. After being a holistic healthcare provider for 25 years, this is especially outstanding!
I have gone to the trouble of writing a book “Definitions for the Soulful Seeker”, which is soon to be available on PublicBookshelf.com free of charge as an e-book. This book will deal with the religious, spiritual, and enlightenment side of our being, and your efforts seem to be in the direction of the more physical side of our health, and that in turn is transformed into the area of the directing of the Chi via the Mudras! GREAT WORK!
Dr T
valli | Apr 11, 2008 | Reply
Thank you, Swamy Achanta, Umashankar Shashidhar, Jay, and Dr. Donald Thronburg for your appreciation and information.
thehoff88 | Apr 23, 2008 | Reply
Valli,
I was wondering, during these exercises, is it better to keep your fingers and hands relaxed or to keep them flexed and rigid?
valli | Apr 24, 2008 | Reply
@ thehoff88
Keep your fingers relaxed and practice.
germanlady | Apr 26, 2008 | Reply
how about exercise for the foot……..is foot spa really a good exercise
Shankar | May 6, 2008 | Reply
Dear Valli,
Thanks for the lovely article. It is a pity that I came across this only yesterday. Looking forward to many such practical articles from you. It is indeed a great to share knowledge without looking for reward!
God bless you !
K.Uma | May 7, 2008 | Reply
Hi,
Very very useful information, thanks a lot.
Could you suggest any mudra for asthama & hair to grow thick & long ?
George | May 16, 2008 | Reply
Hi,
Is there any mudra which can help remove clots in blood?
valli | May 17, 2008 | Reply
Thank you Shankar.
@K. Uma
Prithvi Mudra, Prana Mudra are useful for growing thick and long hair. Linga Mudra is useful for all bronchial problems. In addition to these Mudras take protein rich diet.
@George
Prana Mudra is helpful in releiving clamps from blood.
Anupama | May 20, 2008 | Reply
Hello there Valli,
Thank you very much for the simple, yet very useful article on the mudras. Have been wondering whether there is any specific mudra which can help relieve fluid retention issues which can be quite debilitating to many women esp during and times close to menstrual cycles,
Many thanks
Rahul | Jun 1, 2008 | Reply
Dear Valli,
Nice article, enjoyed it, but on googling, i found many more mudras as well. My question is can there be multiple mudras for a same problem. Say for concentration and thinking can there be multiple mudras, if so which mudra should be followed??
valli | Jun 1, 2008 | Reply
Rahul, thank you for reading. Of course, there are multiple mudras for the same problem, try the ones you find the easiest.
Sarah Supernova | Jun 4, 2008 | Reply
Thank you for sharing these mudras. I can really feel energetic shift in my body as I consciously hold my hands in these ways. Everything is connected.
Chandan | Jun 4, 2008 | Reply
Dear Valli,
Nice article. I am aware of few mudras but i do not practise them regularly
I have pain in few joints in legs and hands. Sometimes my hand leg go very stiff and i cannot move them for few minutes. Can you please suggest me some mudars and the frequency I should practise them.
Appreciate your help.
Thanks
valli | Jun 5, 2008 | Reply
Thank you Sarah and Chandan for reading.
Chandan, practice Vayu mudra as many times as can you can regularly. It will help you a lot. And I’ll do a bit of research and let you know about the other mudras.
James | Jun 12, 2008 | Reply
I think you have takes these mudras from the book of Acharya Keshav Dev as he is the person who is considered the father of the subject Mudras.
James
Dilip Shah | Jun 13, 2008 | Reply
Excellent !
kuna | Jun 16, 2008 | Reply
Good one. A logical mind can’t accept these mudra’s as we have been taught to believe what’s physical . Or we can understand only what we can. I have been practising such mudra’s as a part of my yoga and it has given me immense benefits which is inexplicable.
Better practise it and see the changes in you..
Ralph | Jun 16, 2008 | Reply
I saw this site and ordered the product.
I like their newsletter. They give away free finger healing positions.
Are they the same as mudras?
http://www.fingerhealing.com
M Vinitha Reddy, Banglore | Jun 21, 2008 | Reply
these mudras found quiet intresting. i am planning to practice. it will be great if you could tell me to get rid of the pain in the wrist of right hand and elbow. i think, most of software people might get this pain.
waiting for your your tip – mudra.
thaks in advance.
valli | Jun 22, 2008 | Reply
James, acutally I learned these mudras from my grand father.
Thanks for reading Dilip and Kuna.
Ralph, I don’t know about the website.
Vinitha Reddy, Gyan Mudra and Chin Mudra (touch the base of the thumb with the index finger and press it with the thumb while the other three fingers remained straight) help you to get rid of the pain. Sun salutation exercises and some asanas will also help.
Amrutha Keshavan | Jul 5, 2008 | Reply
Thanks a lot for the useful posting, Valli.
Can we practice Vayu Mudra:
1. for > 45 mins per day? Is there a max limit? [I have chronic RSI for 8+ yrs and I want to practice for a longer duration to gain earlier cure]
2. just after having food / bath?
3. during menstruation cycle?
Awaiting your reply.
Shubha Madhavan | Jul 5, 2008 | Reply
Dear Valli,
Thanks very much for the great article! My child birth has been delayed presumably due to formation of some layers in the uterus. My periods are regular but are accompanied by heavy flow and pain. Pls suggest the right set of Mudras for curing this problem.
Thanks and Regards,
Shubha Madhavan
valli | Jul 6, 2008 | Reply
Thanks for reading Amrutha and Shubha.
Amrutha, Chin Mudra(touch the base of the thumb with the index finger and press it with the thumb while the other three fingers remained straight)helps you for RSI. Pratice this mudra for 10 to 15 minutes daily. For every mudra there is a maximum time limit and you should keep that in your mind. Don’t practice the mudra beyond the time limits as it may harm your body. With the usage of Vayu mudra, the Vayu element in the body fluctuates. The use of the mudra should be increased or decreased only after assessment of its impact on the body. The use of mudra should be discontinued when the pain subsides or the wind gets even. You can practice these mudras anytime and anywhere. But it is better to practice early in the morning or in the evening to get better results. You can practice these even in menstrual cycle, but don’t practice for longer times at that time.
Subha, Surya Mudra (Mudra of sun) helps you relieve heavy menstruation and menstrual pain. Maha Sacral Mudra (join the tips of two little fingers while two ring fingers touch the tips of thumbs for 3 minutes and join the tips of two ring fingers while the two little fingers touch the tips of thumbs for 3 minutes. Practice this mudra for two to three times daily until to get relief from the problem.
Amrutha Keshavan | Jul 7, 2008 | Reply
Thanks a lot, Valli. I’ll start with 15 mins then.
Rajesh | Jul 8, 2008 | Reply
Valli,
Great work and thanks for helping out.
I have a few problems. I do have some gas problems during the day along with constipation in the morning, also my concentration requires some work. Is there a mudra, or a set of mudras, that I can practice that will help?
Also I spend a lot of time at work, can I just practice the mudras during the meetings and or seminars or does one need to concentrate completely while performing the mudras.
Please let me know.
Thanks again.
Rajesh
CHANDRA SIVAKUMAR | Jul 8, 2008 | Reply
Great! Thanks for sending these useful tips. I started practicing these mudras and hope I will definitely succeed in getting a good health. Thank you very much once again,
With best wishes,
Chandra Sivakumar
Geeta | Jul 9, 2008 | Reply
Nice
valli | Jul 9, 2008 | Reply
Thank you Rajesh, CHANDRA SIVAKUMAR and Geeta for reading.
Rajesh, Vayu Mudra is very useful for eliminating gas in stomache. Apana Mudra and Suchi Mudra (Bend the thumb and press it with all the three fingers except the index finger. Stretch the index finger upwards. You can do this mudra with both the hands.) is very helpful for constipation. Practice Apan Mudra for 45 minutes and Suchi Mudra for 20 minutes daily until to get relief from the constipation. Don’t worry, mudras have flexibility. You can practice these mudras wherever and whenever you have time.
Shubha Madhavan | Jul 10, 2008 | Reply
Hi Valli,
Thanks a ton for your guidance. Appreciate your help very much.
Just wanted a clarification on
1.whether Maha Sacral Mudra is for the uterus related problems.
2.When you say that the two ring fingers touch the tips of thumbs, is it in the same palm or in the other palm? i.e left ring finger to touch right thumb OR left ring finger to touch the left thumb.
3.Is it fine if I do combination of mudras one after other?
Kindly help.
valli | Jul 11, 2008 | Reply
Shubha, Maha Sacral Mudra is for uterus related problems in women and prostate complaints in men. It is also useful for bladder realted problems. Two ring fingers touch the tips of thumbs means the corresponding thumbs i.e. left ring finger to touch the left thumb and right ring finger to touch the right one. Of course, you can do various mudras one after another.
Amrutha Keshavan | Jul 14, 2008 | Reply
Dear Valli,
Thanks so much for the great tips. After a week’s practice, I’m able to feel a clear, very significant reduction in the pain I constantly have in a specific spot on my right upper back. Of course, I have a long way to go as I’ve got RSI pain in lot of places but this is really a great start. May I increase the time of practice to say 30 mins now?
Really appreciate your selfless service and knowledge sharing! May God bless you!
Regards,
Amrutha Keshavan
Bhooma Thrivikraman | Jul 14, 2008 | Reply
Hello Ms Valli,
Thanks a lot for the article! I’ve a problem: whenever I stand for more than say 15 mins or whenever I try to fall asleep or whenever I’m woken up while I’m asleep, I get cramps in my front thighs and calf muscles. Sometimes this starts in the form of shivering and ends in pain. Sometimes I get this problem when I end up holding urine in unforeseen situations. I was doing yoga for abt an year but had to stop due to this problem as I got this pain even after doing asanas. I’m an IT professional and I sit for long hours (at least 9) on the chair.
What is the cause for this problem? Is there a cure with Mudras? Kindly help me out.
Warm Regards,
T.Bhooma
valli | Jul 16, 2008 | Reply
Amrutha, I am very happy to hear that mudras are working for you. OK,now increase the practising time and reach the maximum limit. Rememeber, regular practice and patience can relieve you from the disease. As you have a chronic pain it takes several months or may be years (don’t get disappointed, you will get permanent relief).
Bhooma, try Vayu Mudra, it should help. I’ll do more research and tell you if there are mudras that can help you.
kalyan | Jul 16, 2008 | Reply
Hi Valli Very nice artical. But pl let me know one thing that whether we can practice all mudhars every day or we have to practice only one which is needed.
valli | Jul 18, 2008 | Reply
Kalyan, thank you for reading. There is no need to practice all the mudras every day and practice only the mudras that are needed.
Eric | Jul 23, 2008 | Reply
Hey.. thanx a million for this wonderful info..
I don’t know how 2 thank u for this.. I Hope this works.. I’ll start practicing from now on.. But i wish this works.. & i hope it’s not just a waste of time…
Main i concentrate on loosing weight & improve concentration mudra’s..
oh my.. i’m so happy for knowing this great info.. once again thanx a million..
PEACE!!!
ERIC
KiMaia | Aug 7, 2008 | Reply
You are a Godsend Valli. Your grandfather has certainly left a wonderful legacy for you. As for skepticism…well come’s with the territory I suppose. Bit like the orthodox/conventional doctor who wants scientific evidence but goes to church anyway to pray to a Higher Power that he can’t see…go figure…
I will certainly be trying all these wonderful techniques as I suffer quite badly with joint pain, respiratory problems and the list goes on…as one had already commented, a cured patient is a lost customer…
Once again Valli…thank you!!!
valli | Aug 8, 2008 | Reply
It feels very nice to see my article helping so many people. Thanks to God and to my Grandfather, and of course to all you people, for giving such nice feedback. Thank you one and all.
KiMaia | Aug 17, 2008 | Reply
Hi Valli
I have been practicing some of the mudras relevant to conditions that I have. However, I was wondering if, you don’t have certain ailments or conditions such as heart problems but would like to do that particular mudra to strengthen the heart etc, can that be done?
valli | Aug 20, 2008 | Reply
Yeah it can be done,KiMaia.
Farida | Aug 25, 2008 | Reply
hello I am new to this website. I would like to add regarding Mudra this works wonder on health. One of my friend who had sore voice problem due to shouting her voice was hoarse she couldnot talk properly.Reading in one of the Mudra book i suggested her Shankh Mudra accordingly.She did this Mudra for few minutes and her voice was clear she was able to talk .she was so glad that she jumped with happiness and told her relatives and friends also. If done with concentration and faith it works wonder.Also MrutSanjeevani Mudra this works when i get pain in chest and tightness in chest,heart.Do it and you will see the good results.
There is everything in front of us GOD has given us but the thing is to reach it and you will get it.
Hope
Faith and trust
valli | Aug 25, 2008 | Reply
Farida, thanks for the valuable info.
Rathnakar | Aug 26, 2008 | Reply
Hi Valli,
The article is very nice and it is very useful to this generation. I want to know top of the page mudras shown so practice should be done by both the hands or the pictures shows the hand. could you reply for my question. so that i improve my health.
Thanks for sharing this article
valli | Aug 26, 2008 | Reply
Ratnakar, except Linga mudra all the mudras can be done with single hand. If you desire you can practice these mudras with both the hands also.
Rajan (yahoo ID: indianpartnership ) | Aug 26, 2008 | Reply
Hallo Madam.
The writings are wonderful. Still to say, you have great KNOWLEDGE collection which is the gift of your Ancestors. These traditional mudhras was followed in my family too in our ancient days.
Even we use to tease our Grand Father who was doing all those things. On those days we thought, our grandfa is a loose. (Unsound mind)
In our brahmin culture also, these same mudhras also applied during the 3 times daily SANTHYAVANTHANA practice.
But it is true, that i have not realized it, and use to think for what? These people are sitting and folding those fingers for long time and making criminal waste of time and efforts.
Even when i gone through our native language books (Tamil) we are not getting much simple and detailed information.
So if you please publish this in a book form and with Multilanguage translation editions, then it will be useful for the people who are with sick and disease.
Because, still internet have not reached the homes of middle class in India. we believe it will take at least 10 years to see internet connections in every people house like television. So permit the public to grasper your knowledge.
Actually I am having the disease of PHERIPHERAL NURITIES, LUMBAR LORDOSIS, CERVICAL SPONDYLITIS, and SACRALIZATION. Due to this I have started the YOGA practice as a beginner too though I have passed my HALF LIFE (42 years)
People are use to say, when we are doing breathing practice, or mudhra practice, or some yogas like pathanchali and all, it may drive us to a negative ends of handicappism or paralysis or sudden heart block deaths. (This happened to one of our thick most relative – who use to do all yogas regularly and at his 50 years he passed away just in the bathroom silently) He was having sugar complaint too. But our circle use to say, that gentleman was always doing yogas and asanas and he was doing practice of PATHANJALI yoga too. So some mis positions, or some mispractice lead him to death.
So this is my FEAR FACTOR for so many years. But in facts I have to escape any way from my forementioned disease.
So I have read both 7 + Again 8 mudhra technics. I belive this will save my life.
Thanking you.
Rajan .
Tamilnadu.
deepak shamdasani | Aug 26, 2008 | Reply
i want to know should the mudras be done on the Right hand or Left hand?
your article is very informative and hope you will continue to post more in the furture also.
best regards
deepak
valli | Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
Rajan, thanks for the support. I have a plan to publish books on yoga. You are right. There is no harm due to yoga. But while doing certain poses (asanas) one should strictly follow the instructions, otherwise it may cause harm. Better late than never. Practice Gyan Mudra and Vayu Mudra for Cervical Spondylitis. Standing poses (asanas) help you for Peripheral Neuritis and Padmasana (Lotus pose), Bhujangasana (cobra pose) and Sethu Bandhasana (bridge pose) are helpful for Lumbar Lordosis.
Deepak, generally mudras can be done with right hand, but you can practice with left hand or both the hands too.
Pavithra | Sep 8, 2008 | Reply
Hi Valli,
I\’ve some uterus related problem. The lining of the uterus is not getting thickend and the blood circulation is not good.
If the blood circulation becomes good, then automatically the lining of the uterus would increase in a healthy way.
This has a huge impact on implantation and would help me in conceiving.
Please let me know what mudra would be good for healing this problem.
regards,
Pavi.
valli | Sep 10, 2008 | Reply
Hi Pavithra,
Very sorry to hear your problem. Maha Sacral Mudra, Aswini Mudra and Yoni Mudra can be helpful to you. And try these asanas too:
Bidalasana, Bhujangasana, Navasana, and Ekapada rajakapotasana.
Vishwanath | Sep 17, 2008 | Reply
Hello Valli,
Thanks for sharing this great article on Seven Mudras for Amazing Health Benefits.
I would like to share few of problems with you and hope you will suggest knowing what mudra would be good for healing/overcoming this problem.
I’ve some problem in my writing. Whenever I start writing for about 5 minutes or 10 minutes I feel lot of pain in my palm and fingers. Hence, my handwriting slowly becomes wired. If we compare the handwriting in the 1 page with one in second page they booth look different. I feel very difficult during my exams because of this problem. I tried to practice my handwriting on daily basis but it become worst day by day.
I’ve also have some memory problem and lack of concentration. I often not be able to remember any names of people around me who are there for a long time.
I would also like to know if there are any asanas.
I heartily thanks for your suggestions.
Warm regards,
Vishwanath
valli | Sep 17, 2008 | Reply
Vishwanath, Gyan Mudra is very helpful in increasing concentration and memory power. Paschimottasana, Chakrasana, Sirshaasana and Trikonasana are very helpful for your problems.
Vinay | Sep 18, 2008 | Reply
Valli, Thanks for sharing this article.
Please tell me if there is any mudra or asana which is helpful in curing writer’s cramp. Actually one of my family member is suffering from writer’s cramp because of this he is facing difficulties in writing.
Writer’s cramp is one of a considerable group of so-called occupational neuroses occurring with more or less frequency among persons whose living depends upon their ability to use their hands rapidly and continuously for many hours a day, such as writers, telegraphers, pianists, violinists, seamstresses etc. It may affect only one or two muscles, or it may involve the entire hand, or the entire arm and shoulder. The chief symptom is inability to use the hand, or difficulty in using it, for writing or other occupational purposes. Writer’s cramp, being the most common of these maladies, is usually treated as representative of the group.
Thanks for your help!!!
Vinay.
valli | Sep 19, 2008 | Reply
Vinay,
Gyan Mudra, Paschimottasana, Chakrasana, Sirshaasana, Halasana, Sarvangasana and Trikonasana are very helpful for the problems reported by you.
Seth | Sep 19, 2008 | Reply
Hi there-
Thank you for this wonderful article!
I was writing to ask about mudras for bipolar depression.
I found this interesting web page:
http://www.yogaforbipolar.com/mudras-great-for-bipolar-disorder-19
And was very inspired by it, and I’d really like the opinion of an expert, which you seem to be.
Peace,
Seth
Pavithra | Sep 28, 2008 | Reply
Thanks Valli.
I shall try your suggestion and let you know.
Santosh | Oct 17, 2008 | Reply
Hi Valli,
I am suffering from Inflamatory & Rhemotoid Arthritis and as well as many acne on face and Back.
Which all Mudra’s I have to practice, and for How much Time, and at what time I have to practice?
Thanks in Advance.
valli | Oct 19, 2008 | Reply
Santosh, Surabhi mudra (join the little finger of one hand with the ring finger of the other and vice versa. Similarly, join the forefinger with the middle finger of the other hand and vice versa. Leave the thumbs free), Shankha mudra (Hold your hands in front at the chest. Grasp your left thumb with your right hand, wrapping your fingers around it firmly. Now place the rest of your left hand fingers so they meet the right thumb. Together both hands look like a conch. Hold this hand formation at chest level) help you for inflammation. Also try these asanas (poses) for Rheumatoid Arthritis: Half Wheel, Bow, Plough, Head Stand, Backward Bend. For acne wash your face at least three to four times daily using herbal face wash and apply herbal face pack weekly once. You can practice these mudras early in the morning or in the evening for 10 to 20 minutes.
Santosh | Oct 22, 2008 | Reply
Thanks a lot Valli
priya | Oct 30, 2008 | Reply
Hi Valli,
Am having prob with my periods, its not a regular cycle, and it is seldom 28 dys, sometimes its 38 days, sometimes 40, i am taking homeopathy treatment, can any mudra help me??
also, any particular diet or fruit or veg, tht wl help me??
Please help me.
valli | Oct 31, 2008 | Reply
Priya, Regular practice of Surya Mudra, Maha Sacral Mudra, Bhujangasana (Cobra pose) and Gomukhasana (Cow face pose)help you in relieving all types of menstrual problems. In addition to that take vitamin and protein rich diet and sleep for at least seven hours.
priya | Oct 31, 2008 | Reply
thanks valli,
will try them.
rani | Nov 4, 2008 | Reply
which mudra to do for people suffering from severe insomnia and for how long hould they do it everyday… Your response will be highly appreciated
valli | Nov 5, 2008 | Reply
Rani, Gyan Mudra is helpful in relieving Insomnia and there is no specific time duration for this mudra, however you can practice it for 10 to 20 minutes daily.
rani | Nov 5, 2008 | Reply
thank you for your response. How long would it take to show the benefit
Saxena | Nov 5, 2008 | Reply
Hay man, thats cool. Thanks a lot.
valli | Nov 8, 2008 | Reply
Rani, you can see the results within a week.
Saxena, thanks for reading and commenting.
Dieter Hentz | Nov 8, 2008 | Reply
and it does really work for all?
derek | Nov 9, 2008 | Reply
valli !!!!thank u so much on enlightening me on this !!as my mom is goin thru some kind of depression which is effectin her !!!please let me know which mudras and how they r to be followed in order to overcome her depression !!!!i really would be greatfull for ur help !!!!
thanks, derek
valli | Nov 9, 2008 | Reply
Dieter, it does work for all.
Derek, Gyan Mudra can help your mom. See the details in the article.
derek | Nov 10, 2008 | Reply
thank u dieter ..please if any 1 cud tell me weather it has to be followed in a specific plan ,in order to get fast results
ramachandran | Nov 14, 2008 | Reply
Which mudra to do when you cannot sleep coz ur mind is very active….
arthur | Nov 16, 2008 | Reply
I have such a bad wrist/elbow/bicep/back issue that i can only type for a few minutes…. and it plagues me in many other ways too….i have mostly given up typing…. even though i am a writer
i have started the asanas you have reccomended for writer’s cramp, and i am wondering about mudra. when i do any of them, even for a minute, i feel a burning in my arms (which is normal for me when i use my hands).
should i go ahead and do them (vayu and chin) mudra even with the burning sensation?
thanks,
and looking forward to your book
becky | Nov 16, 2008 | Reply
I tried all the mudras and found them fairly easy to do. If they deliver what they say then great if not it doesn’t matter. I opened my mind to try something new and that was an adventure. I also found that it was just a great way to relax and focus solely on what my body was doing rather than what ails or worries me. Snowboarding affects me the same way and I love it. No stress just me listening to my body and connecting.
Cheers everyone!
valli | Nov 18, 2008 | Reply
Ramachandran, Gyan Mudra is very effective in treating insomina.
Arthur, keep practicing the mudras for a month or so, you should see some improvement. If not, then discontinue the mudras. Regarding the pain I suggest you keep taking breaks every minute.
unified | Dec 3, 2008 | Reply
Is there a mudra for treating nearsightedness? Thanks.
Acharya Vikrmaditya | Dec 3, 2008 | Reply
Yes you can practise Pran Mudra and read the book Mudras For Healing By His Divine Grace Acharya Keshav Dev Ji.
Subodh | Dec 8, 2008 | Reply
Hi Valli,
I am having digestion problem .Can you suggest some mudra.
Apana Mudra can help but when to do it .After the meal or during empty Stomach.Please Suggest
valli | Dec 9, 2008 | Reply
Subodh, Mudras are flexible. You can practice them according to your convenience whenever you have time. If possible practice them early in the morning or in the evening for better results.
kushhal | Dec 12, 2008 | Reply
Valliji,
Can Apana vayu mudra ‘cure’ piles (haemorrhides)? I would like to try.
My questions:
1. while doing the mudra, ring and middle finger bend. Is it ok?
2. Doing continuously for 45 minutes is … difficult. Can I do it in 4 or 5 bouts?
Alan Partridge | Dec 12, 2008 | Reply
“There’s this’s thing about being so open minded that your brains fall out.” Richard Dawkins
feliix | Dec 12, 2008 | Reply
i haven’t read all the comments, but i have read some pretty closed minded ones which is kind of a pet peeve of mine… i mean, half the time, now that i think about it, what else are my hands and fingers doing when i’m walking, sitting in the car (passenger), or just any other basic daily activities… it doesn’t take any effort really to practice these mudras so why not give them a chance? is it because western culture has put us in such a state of predisposition that anything that isn’t hamburgers and sports is considered lunacy… ?
give mudras a chance, they’re fun and effortless.. and also, very nice post, i learned a few new ones here
valli | Dec 12, 2008 | Reply
Kushlal, Apana Mudra cures your problem. Practice the Mudra according to the method suggested in the article. There is no need to practice continuously, but make sure the total time you exercise is 45 minutes.
Syl | Dec 17, 2008 | Reply
Thank you for this useful information, Valli.
How should I go about if I want to practice all or many mudras ?
Can I do 1 or 2 mudras a day for 15-30 minutes and then do 1 or 2 different mudras the next day, and so on? Are there any mudras which shouldn’t be done in succession ?
VVR | Dec 24, 2008 | Reply
my good friend has speech problem, i mean stamerring. can mudra help in curing the same. I wish to know can mudras help in increasing male’s sexual problems, such Erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation?
Karunakran | Dec 24, 2008 | Reply
Thank you for this service to benefit mankind…God bless
sathish | Jan 3, 2009 | Reply
Thanx for sharing Great Pokkisham from Ancestors.
sathish | Jan 8, 2009 | Reply
Subhodayam !
Dear Valli !
Plz don’t laugh, this is also a serious trouble of many of us!
Plz let me know how can I get rid of the constipation problem, as I used to take 1 ½ to 2 Lts of drinking water in early hours, before brushing my teeth, within half an hour I go to toilet and become free. This is a daily practice for years. If any thing goes wrong with my timing, if I couldn’t getup early in the morning and need to hurry to my office and can’t spare that 30 mts or 45 mts to drink water and to toilet, I directly go for brush and bath. Even I try to eliminate the solid waste from my body – many a time (almost all times !) I go in vain. The only solution I found is drinking water and go for toilet.
My ? is, is it a good practice or in a long run it becomes the only way to go restroom. I don’t find any harm drinking that much of water early in the morning (easily I drink 2 lts of water within 5-10 mts of duration). The only consequence I fear, If I were in traveling or in a meeting at early hours, it happens to go urinals at least 3-5 times up to 10:00 A.M., of course this can be managed.
Whether can I go for any better method in doing defecation in order to save the waiting time and from frequent usage of urinals.
Kindly suggest the way I can do without interrupting my works.
valli | Jan 9, 2009 | Reply
Satish, Apana Mudra (Mudra of digestion) helps you in relieving your problem.
latha | Jan 27, 2009 | Reply
Dear valli
thanks for such a great informative artcle. i have circulated this to my group of friends and they all found it informative and useful. just a couple of them was requesting for reference. infact the article was sent to me by one of my friends and i googled to find out the reference and there i found the source. is there any mudra for vertigo problem
thanks and god bless you
Sara | Feb 5, 2009 | Reply
Hi valli,
Thanks so much for the article.I have irregular periods.Is there any mudra to cure it?
Thanks,
valli | Feb 5, 2009 | Reply
Latha, Shunya Mudra (Mudra of Emptiness) and Vayu Mudra (Mudra of Air) help you in relieving your problem.
Sara, Regular practice of Surya Mudra, Maha Sacral Mudra, Bhujangasana (Cobra pose) and Gomukhasana (Cow face pose)help you in relieving all types of menstrual problems.
Sara | Feb 6, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
Thank you for ur reply.Will starting doing the asanas and mudras from today.Is there any time gap I should give after doing each mudra.?
jdath | Feb 7, 2009 | Reply
I am suffering from runing nose and nose block all the time which gets very agravated after eating legumes, potatoes etc. what mudra would you suggest pls
valli | Feb 9, 2009 | Reply
Sara, There is no need to take gap. However you can take break for a minute or two if you feel difficulty to practice continuously.
Jdath, Linga Mudra, Shunya Mudra and Surya Mudra are very helpful to you.
Jignesh | Feb 10, 2009 | Reply
This is really helpful to us…can i post this article to my blog ? http://lifeisgoodtolive.blogspot.com
Chandra | Feb 11, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
The article is wonderful..!Really didnt know mudras help so much..
I would like to know is there any mudra to improve sperm count and mobility?
Thanks,
Chandra
jdath | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
Valli
thank u very much for your kind advice and i shall certainly start practising all the 3 right from this day
A K B | Feb 19, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
I knew about these mudras and also aware of their effectiveness.
i wanted to know is there any mudra which can also prevent hair loss, and will enhance hair growth.
A K B | Feb 19, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
Let me know if any mudras can provide relief from scalp related problems like dandruff etc…
thanks
Hegde | Feb 20, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
Can mudras praticed during pregnancy?
Is there any specific mudras to do during pregnancy?
Thanks in advance,
Hegde
Alka | Feb 20, 2009 | Reply
My daughter has bad seasonal allergies and also has eczema. She is under homeopathy treatment for years and things are lot better then before. But still spring and fall time she constantly has running nose and here and there she has eczema. She has eczema spots all of the body. This limits her from wearing Sari. Which mudra will help her? Thanks so much for this article.
valli | Feb 20, 2009 | Reply
@Chandra, Practice Ashwini mudra and vajroli mudra; and also padnasana (lotus pose), Sethubandhasana (bridgepose) and halasana (plough pose)to improve sperm count and mobility.
@AKB, Prithvi Mudra and Prana Mudra are useful for growing thick and long hair. In addition to these Mudras take protein rich diet.
@Hedge, Apana Mudra is very useful for pregnant women. There is no harm in practicing these Mudras during pregnancy.
@Alka, Varun Mudra cures all types of skin diseases. Herbs like neem, tulsi and sandalwood are effective in curing acne, eczema and other skin diseases; try the face pack of sandal wood and neem.
Aviva | Feb 22, 2009 | Reply
Thankyou for these mudras.
Which mudra would be best for me to concentrate on? My problem is that I have uterine fibroids, which cause anaemia and depression in me.
I would be very grateful for your advice.
Alka | Feb 23, 2009 | Reply
Thanks for your response. I am exploring myself to learn more and mudra. And I have noticed there are slight differences in madras method in different web sites. For ex” Gyna Mudra you are suggesting keep other fingers stretched out and other wed site says keep curved. May be it doesn’t matter as long as tip of the thumb touched to the tip of the index finger..?
valli | Feb 24, 2009 | Reply
Yeah, you are correct.
KiMaia | Feb 25, 2009 | Reply
Hello Valli
Although I have been practicing mudras with excellent results, I’m writing in and asking on behalf of my younger brother. He has been diagnosed with secondary cancer in his lower jaw…It appears that it may have been caused from the radiotherapy treatment received for his primary cancer which was in the tongue. I know my brother is exhausted and tired of the probing and prodding. However he has agreed to start chemo in the next 2 weeks. Can you recommend any mudras that he could use as part of his treatment programme. Your advice would be most appreciated…Thank you so much…
valli | Feb 25, 2009 | Reply
Ki Maia,
I am very sorry to hear about your brother’s condition.
Sun salutation exercises, pranayama and asanas like Sukhasana, Padmasana and Parvatasana help your brother. Yoga sleep reduces the pain and feeling of nausea during chemotherapy.
Phosphorous 30, a homeopathic drug is beneficial in treating the cancer of lower jaw.
I wish him a speedy recovery!
valli | Feb 25, 2009 | Reply
Aviva, sorry, I missed ur comment. Gyan Mudra helps you a lot in relieving depression. Ashwini Mudra and Anuloma Viloma Pranayama are beneficial for uterine fibroids.
Geetanjali | Mar 5, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
I am very encouraged and motivated after seeing the amount of comments you have garnered on your page. I often wander here, since google search results for ‘hand mudras’ always yields your page in the first few results.
I have been practicing Mudras since a long time and recommended it to friends too. They all have benefited from one or the other Mudra practice. I have realized from my personal experience that Mudras affect us at the physical, mental and spiritual level.
Some of the mudras that show instantaneous results are the Vayu Mudra, Apana Mudra and esp. the Mahasirs Mudra (extremely effective in headaches and migraines). I especially wanted to put forth the mention of ‘Mahasirs Mudra’ as it has been immensely effective with a friend of mine who suffered from constant headaches.
Also for all the readers who are interested I have a copy of the eBOOK titled ‘MUDRAS YOGA in your HANDS’ by ‘Gertrud Hirschi’. If you need a copy just contact me at cpmbdpmb@yahoo.com. I wish you all a wonderful time exploring yourself with Mudras!
Geetanjali | Mar 5, 2009 | Reply
@Hegde @Valli
I wouldn’t recommend Apan mudra for pregnant women, until delivery time!!! I have found this warning attached with the Apan Mudra on various sites :
”Caution: This Mudra should not be done by pregnant ladies before completing 8 months. After that a 10 minutes practice 3 to 4 times a day will ensure normal delivery”
valli | Mar 5, 2009 | Reply
@Geetanjali, As I already said, this article is written based on the personal experiences of many people. It is not based on half-knowledge or incomplete experiences. Mudras can do no harm to any person if done correctly. I myself am witness for it. Only careless and excess practice can do harm.
Sucheta | Mar 6, 2009 | Reply
Dear Valli,
Thanks for this great knowledge from India.
I have been a Mudra fan for several years now, they are miraclous. Isn’t it funny people have already begun selling it in book form such as ‘Finger Yoga’!!! This is the problem with Western capitalism.
Q & A is extremely helpful. I am suffering from acidity, do you recommend any mudra for acidity?
Mahesh ( yahoo ID: rmahadevan@yahoo.com) | Mar 6, 2009 | Reply
Hello Valli,
Thanks for sharing this with the world. My problem is i get constant headaches ( migrane related, also regular headaches) that makes me very sick. One person has recommended the Maharsirs mudra for this. Can you please let me know how to do this mudra and how long should i do it everyday?
I would really appreciate it. You can email me at rmahadevan@yahoo.com
valli | Mar 8, 2009 | Reply
Sucheta, Try Vayu Mudra, Varuna Mudra and Surya Mudra for your problem.
Mahesh, Touch the tip of thumb with the tips of index and middle fingers. Keep your ring finger into the fold of the thumb and stretch the little finger (time duration 15 to 20 minutes).
Sucheta | Mar 10, 2009 | Reply
Thanks for your suggestions Valli, I will add the three to my regular regimen.
I am surprized that you have not added \’Mrit Sanjeevini Mudra\’ as a first aid for Heart Attack, in my own experience, even Gyan Mudra instantly takes care of palpitations.
This is especially for ALL the skeptics. What do you think?
valli | Mar 11, 2009 | Reply
Sucheta, Apana Vayu Mudra is nothing but Mrit Sanjeevini Mudra. This is a wonderful remedy for heart patients.
Sucheta | Mar 12, 2009 | Reply
Thank you Valli ji.
You are right. I don’t know how I missed it.
Priya | Mar 12, 2009 | Reply
Hi VAlli;
Can you tell me which mudra is good for dry eyes, which is due to working with the computer
Regards
Anushka | Mar 12, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli;
I have migraine headaches too.
For migraine headaches you have mentioned –
Touch the tip of thumb with the tips of index and middle fingers. Keep your ring finger into the fold of the thumb and stretch the little finger (time duration 15 to 20 minutes). what do you mena by the fold of the thumb…Is it the space between the index finger and thumb or it is on the palm where the thumb bends?
Thanks & regards
valli | Mar 13, 2009 | Reply
Priya, Varuna Mudra and Prana Mudra help you.
Anushka, It is on the palm where the thumb bends. Check out this article for the image:
http://www.healthmad.com/Alternative/Mudras-Again-Eight-More-Mudras-for-Health-Benefits.136028
elle | Mar 15, 2009 | Reply
Well wouldn’t our world be a more wonderful place if we all brought and accepted positive thoughts and words for one another. Please keep negative thoughts and challenges, even for the purpose of ‘discussion’ to yourself. Accept something for what it appears and again add positive rather than negative. The old saying goes, ‘if you don’t have anything positive to say, then don’t say it’ but then again to rephrase, ’spread positive’. It just plain feels good.
Hari | Mar 16, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
wonderful collection, hats off to you!
I have a doubt about “PARIVATAN MUDRA” which I found in one of the websites I came across, as especially effective against insomnia and would give good sleep.
Would you be able to elaborate on it?
valli | Mar 17, 2009 | Reply
Hari, Gyan mudra is very beneficial for insomnia. However if you want to know about parivatan mudra this is the procedure:
join your hands by interlocking the fingers. Now press the back of the left hand with the fingers of right hand and vice versa. Repeat this procedure for 10 times. This is also very effective for insomnia.
Jayanthi | Mar 20, 2009 | Reply
Can you suggest any mudra for running nose and early morning continuous thummal for my mother and my sister is having cough throughout the day and she is not interested in taking medicines.
Thanks in advance
Mayumie | Mar 21, 2009 | Reply
Wow. This is really fun to practice at home. I never had done some yoga and planning to attend some classes together with my friends. Thanks for this. Terrific!
valli | Mar 23, 2009 | Reply
Jayanthi, Linga Mudra is beneficial for your mother and sister. If you sister is having dry cough try Vayu Mudra.
Try this home remedy for running nose.
Apply a drop of mustard oil to the right and left nostril everyday. Steam with turmeric is also very effective.
Thanks Mayumie for your nice comment.
Jayanthi | Mar 24, 2009 | Reply
Thanks a lot valli. I will tell them to practice it.
shankar | Mar 26, 2009 | Reply
What is the mudra to cure parkinson’s dieseae…
valli | Mar 29, 2009 | Reply
Shankar, Vayu Mudra is very helpful for Parkinson’s disease.
sindhu | Mar 31, 2009 | Reply
valli its gr8 2 hv Q & A session..plz suggest me..i lost som of my hair in d front side,its heriditory…its losing day by day..is prasanna mudra hlpful for tht & shud ths b done on an empty stomch only..is it enogh 2 practise 4 15-20mn daily..
valli | Apr 2, 2009 | Reply
Sindhu, Mudras have flexibility. You can practice them whenever you have time. I have no idea about Prasanna Mudra, try and let me know the reliability.
Tommy | Apr 3, 2009 | Reply
Dear Valli, I’m surprised that you donate your time so generously to all these questions. Thank you. It seems to have been a while since you’ve had anyone questioning the scientific basis for healing mudras, but I would like to contribute my favorite thought to them, by reminding the psuedo-scientists of our day that the first definition of science is OBSERVATION. So, for over 5,000 years, many very wise people, both healers and the healed have been observing the direct results of practicing the mudras,as well as the other forms of Auyurvedic, Taoist, etc. medicine. This is an overwhelming amount of direct observation, with lots of case histories to stimulate refinement and sophistication. If this isn’t the truest form of science, then I don’t know what is. Modern psuedo-science seems to be hung up on contrived, artificial, manipulated experiments, and statistical analysis. It has lost the soul of meaningful observation and concern for mankind. Thanks for helping us get back to reality.
KiMaia | Apr 8, 2009 | Reply
Hello Valli
Thank you so much for the wonderful advice. My question is…Is it OK for children to do mudras as well?
Subodh | Apr 9, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
I have lot of mucus in my throat.Which mudra will stop the production of the mucus in throat.Also i have a very weak,rough voice which mudra will help me.
I cant tolerate the Coldness & my feet & hand are cold.I am very thin.Can Mudras help me.
vaibhav | Apr 9, 2009 | Reply
hello Valli and all just ot let you know that I seem to get a lot of benefit with my digestive problems by putting “samana” mudra. All four finger tips touching the tip of thumb. I am doing this mudra whenever I get time and about 3 mins each time with either one or both hands.
shiva | Apr 12, 2009 | Reply
hi valli
Your mudra list is incomplete. There are few more, why don’t you add them? like shunya mudra etc
Thanks for the great service
Keep up the good work
shiva
Lalitha | Apr 13, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
I am suffering from Carpel Tunnel Syndrome for the last 2 years. Tried for Homeopathy, Allopathy and Ayurveda treatments, but not cured till date. When I tried for the Allopathic medicine, I felt the pain in my Right foot also, so I stopped the medicine. They suggested for an operation, but I am not interested.
I am a regular Yoga practitioner for the last 10 years. Is there any Mudra Pranayama for the Carpel Tunnel Syndrome. Kindly advice.
With love, Lalitha
narayanan | Apr 28, 2009 | Reply
hi Valli,
It is nice to know about mudras. My daughter who is 10 years old is having partial hearing problem. She is using hearing aid. Is there any mudra which will improve her hearing.
regards
narayanan
Smitha | Apr 29, 2009 | Reply
Hi,
It was nice reading ur article and positive comments.
I want to know if there are any mudras to subside PMS(pre menstrual syndrome)mood swings in women.
Smitha
valli | May 7, 2009 | Reply
Sorry for the late response as I was out of station for the last 30 days.
Thanks Tommy for your nice comment.
KiMaia, Mudras can be done by children as well.
subodh, try Pran Mudra, Linga mudra for excess mucus and try Prithvi Mudra, Vyan Mudra and Jalodar Nashak or Jal-shaamak Mudra (Place the little finger on the base of the thumb and press it with thumb while the remaining three fingers are stretched) for cold hand and feet.
Vaibhav, thanks for the nice info.
Shiva, I had written about the important mudras. Check properly as Shunya Mudra is in the above list. I have a plan to write about the remaining mudras too.
Lalitha, try Anjali Mudra and asanas like Tadasana, Kakasana, Uttanasana, Bharadvajasana, Hastasana, Half-garudasana and Virabhadrasana. Add Vitamin B6 enriched food in your diet. Also massage your wrist with mint oil for 5 minutes daily for a couple of months ( you can check this answer in my other article too).
Narayanan, Shunya Mudra is beneficial for your daughter.
Smitha, Regular practice of Gyan Mudra, Surya Mudra, Maha Sacral Mudra, Bhujangasana (Cobra pose) and Gomukhasana (Cow face pose) help you in relieving all types of menstrual problems.
jayanthi | May 12, 2009 | Reply
after visiting your site, I am regularly doing almost all the mudras for 2 or 3 minutes daily. The only problem is that my body gets heat very fast. Due to that I sneeze very often almost daily. but you have said that mudras can be practised for 15-20mins. how to solve it. kindly advise me. waiting for early reply.
valli | May 13, 2009 | Reply
Jayanthi, there is no need to do all the mudras daily. Practice the required mudras only. Drink plenty of water, fruit juices and coconut water to cool the body.
ramakrsihna | May 17, 2009 | Reply
it very very good
i had a benift
it is very useful to every one
Lalitha | May 18, 2009 | Reply
Thank you very much for your valuable avice, Valli. Waiting for your new aticle with more details about Mudras and Healing Benefits.
With Love / Lalitha
taruna | May 18, 2009 | Reply
I wanted to know which mudras should be performed for these 3 problems
1) over weight
2) cold almost around the year. (am in germany and have to face long winters here )
3) pain in left thigh joints (after delivery)
Could you pls guide me on above.
thanks
Anu | May 19, 2009 | Reply
Hello Valli,
I have been suffer from under-active thyroid for the past 10years and 5yrs ago diagnosed with a Micro-adenoma which has triggered high level of prolactin. Although, the Micro-adenoma had cleared two years ago, it has re-occurred.I am taking medicine as prescribed by the doctor for both conditions. However, this time I have gained alot of weight. Due to the thyroid, the menstruation cycles are irregular too. Please could you recommend any yoga asanas or mudras that would help in bringing down the thyroid and prolactin level.
I would be very grateful to receive your suggestions.
Thank you.
valli | May 20, 2009 | Reply
Thanks Ramakrishna and Lalitha for your valuable comments .
Taruna, try Linga Mudra, Prana Mudra, Vayu Mudra, Baddha Konasana, Dhanurasana, Vajrasana, Ustrasana Surya Namaskar for your problems.
Anu, try Surya Mudra, Maha Sacral Mudra, Gomukhasana, Chakrasana, Sethubandhasana, Bhujangasana, Dhanurasana and Surya Namaskar for your problems.
sarah | May 30, 2009 | Reply
hi
thanks for your article
its great to share with us
however i want to know any mudra for people with high blood pressure?
thanks~!
jayanthi | Jun 1, 2009 | Reply
hi valli
you are doing a wondeful job. apart from seven and eight mudras is there any extra mudras. if it is, kindly post it as early as possible. My querry is as soon as I get up in the morning, I couldn’t pass motion. after doing the household work (i.e. body requires some movement) I am passing. Kindly suggest me mudras for that. thx.
valli | Jun 2, 2009 | Reply
Sarah, Apana Vayu Mudra is very beneficial for high blood pressure.
Jayanthi, I have a plan to write about the remaining mudras.
Try Apana Mudra.
dinesh | Jun 4, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
First of all thank you very much for awering all these to human being. I can say it 100% effective in acute case and also true if we do regullary in our life no will take medicine in life.
I appreciate all these our old heritage prampara.
You plz do not disheart by few stupid pupil.
Do u knw all the good Dr. they do yoga hand guster and natural treatment.
For human being they give medicine.
If all these are not true then why the Doctor says after operation plz eat slowly do no do healy work slowly slow you will gain take breath all these tthat all are the part of mudra and yoga why they analize by atestoscope y not by self bcz they have no sense.
keep it up i will always support you with logical reason i do regular all these.
Ravi | Jun 5, 2009 | Reply
Thanks valli, i felt giddy for the last few days as my BP had shot up and i did Apana Vayu Mudra for around 30 mts and it really helped me reduce the pressure. I also feel tired and have headache after watching the computer screen for long time, is there any mudra for that ?
Divya Suresh | Jun 7, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
You are doing an amazing job by posting great treasures to public like me:)
HATS OFF TO U for patiently replying all queries.
May i please know if you have any mudra for mouthulcer?
I would really appreciate if you suggest me
Thanks once again.
sarah | Jun 7, 2009 | Reply
thanx valli
i’ll try it out
thanx for sharing this with us
Mona | Jun 11, 2009 | Reply
Very good and informative article. I want to know which mudra is good for Diabitic patient. And which specific mudra is good to losing weight and for what duration.
valli | Jun 11, 2009 | Reply
Thanks Dinesh for your supportive comment.
Ravi, try Mahasirs Mudra and Bhramari Pranayama.
Divya Suresh, Prana Mudra and Prithvi Mudra are very beneficial for you.
Sarah, thanks for your comment.
Mona, Prana Mudra and Apana Mudra are beneficial for diabetes, and Prithvi Mudra, Vayu Mudra and Surya Mudra are for losing weight.
Divya Suresh | Jun 14, 2009 | Reply
Thank you so much for your reply!
May i also know if Aakash mudra helps in solving low B.P as well as im aware it helps for high B.P?
Does Vaayu mudra help for stomach upset(due to wrong food) as i see it helps in healing constipation and flatulence?
Awaiting your reply
valli | Jun 15, 2009 | Reply
Divyasuresh, Vayu Mudra helps you for stomach upset too and try Linga Mudra, Varuna Mudra and Rudra Mudra (touch the tips of index finger and ring finger together on top of the tip of thumb while the remaining two fingers stretched) for low blood pressure.
Rose | Jun 17, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
-I’ve previously got an advice from you regarding wet palms, if you remember. Thank you very much for your time & concern. I’ll keep you updated of the result so it might help for your research.
-My son & my brother have kidney problems. I’m sure there are mudras for it. I wonder if there are different mudras for different kidney problems or just one mudra works for all kidney problems. Could you please take time to reply to this important issue for me? Thanks.
valli | Jun 21, 2009 | Reply
Rose, generally Apana Mudra cures all types of kidney problems. But there are some other mudras too that are useful for kidney problems. I will explain them in my next article.
manju | Jun 21, 2009 | Reply
what r the mudras i should practice for my ears. they shut close as if under presure.
vidhya | Jun 22, 2009 | Reply
valli, you might be laughing. i want chubby cheeks. is there any mudra for that because my face shows as though I am aged. I am in 30’s. kindly help me.
Rose | Jun 22, 2009 | Reply
Valli, my greetings & thanks again.
- In “Apana” mudra, should the thumb press the middle & ring fingers on top of them or the thumb just be stretched out?
- We are looking forward to your next article.
raj | Jun 23, 2009 | Reply
greetings…i have been practising the surya murda to lose weight at least for 1hr 30mins a day (with breaks in between) as i want to lose weight fast. Started 3 days ago. Somehow my body feels hot inside now after doing the murda.
Can you advise me if what i am doing is right?
Thanks so much.
raj | Jun 23, 2009 | Reply
my apologies….i meant mudra and not murda!!…sorry….
Ram | Jun 26, 2009 | Reply
Hello Valli,
Can you please suggest any mudras for Psoriasis ?
Thank You.
shikha | Jun 27, 2009 | Reply
I want to know if I use mudra for memory, concentration, and intellegent brain in how many days will I see results.
And what mudra I should use for getting good memory, concentration, and intellegent brain
valli | Jun 28, 2009 | Reply
Manju, Shunya Mudra and Akash Mudra help you.
Vidhya, Blow the air as if you are blowing balloons daily for 10 to 12 times. Try this ayurveda remedy: Indian ginseng 250g , cow or goat milk 250ml, gingelly oil 250ml: soak the Indian ginseng after cutting into pieces and make it pulp. Pour this in a container and add milk and oil and boil for some time until the water and milk evaporate in the oil. Store this in a glass jar. Massage this into cheeks every night before sleeping.
Rose, In Apana Mudra the tips of middle finger and ring finger touch the tip of thumb while the other two fingers are stretched out. I am planning to write about the other useful mudras too, but it will take some days.
Raj, it is not advisable to practice mudras according to your own as every mudra has specific time limit (for Surya Mudra it is 5 to 15 minutes). Careless practice causes harm to you.
Ram, Varun Mudra and Vayu Mudra are helpful for Psoriasis.
Shikha, Try Gyan Mudra and let me know the results.
raj | Jun 29, 2009 | Reply
Thank you for your advice Valli.
What other mudras can i do besides surya mudra (15mins x 2 p/day) for obesity?
Help….
vidhya | Jun 30, 2009 | Reply
thanks. can you give me the tamil name for indian ginseng and instead of cow or goat milk aavin milk can be used and how to make pulp. how long we can store it. You tell me whether it can be stored outside or in fridge. help me.
Subodh | Jul 1, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
i have a very weak and hoarse voice .Please suggest a mudra for it.
Hari | Jul 2, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli, I had a few queries…
is it advisable to keep the fingers in Gyan mudra as I lie down to sleep?
Is it ok to keep both hands in different mudras? Like Gyan mudra in RH and Prithvi mudra in LH?
Is there any order to doing mudras, for a more beneficial effect?
Something like, if u do XYZ mudra first, the following mudras would have a faster effect?
Thanks valli..
Jayalakshmi | Jul 2, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
Totally how many mudras are there? Can we keep the mudra and sleep?
raj | Jul 5, 2009 | Reply
Valli, desperately waiting for your reply.
I have been told many times that my metabolism rate is low and that explains why i lose weight very slowly despite exercising and eating reasonable portions…over the years my weight has caused me a problem.
Are there mudras to increase metabolism rate?
I have been doing surya mudra for 20 days now but have lost only 1kg….so sad….
valli | Jul 7, 2009 | Reply
Raj, besides Surya Mudra try Linga Mudra, Viyan Mudra ,Prithvi Mudra and Vayu Mudra. Surya Namaskar (sun salutation exercise) is very beneficial for you. Also try Pavanamuktasana, Dhanurasana and Sarvangasana.
Vidhya, Amukkuram is the tamil name for Indian ginseng. Cut the fresh roots after cleaning and make the pulp in mixer. Cow milk (not the hybrid ones) or goat milk has medicinal values, so you should use it. Pour this pulp in a container and add milk and oil and boil for some time until the water and milk evaporate in the oil. Store this in a glass jar and keep outside. There is no need to keep this in a fridge as it is boiled.
Subodh, Vayu Mudra and Prithvi Mudra help you a lot.
Hari, You can keep your fingers in Gyan Mudra when you lie down to sleep. Don’t do different mudras at a time as you may not get benefit for that, but you may do one after the other.
Jayalakshmi, totally there are more than 100 mudras, but few are very useful and popular. You can sleep while doing mudra, but you may get the partial benefit for that.
Suchitra | Jul 7, 2009 | Reply
Hi,
I want to improve my vision. The sight numbers are different for both the eyes, & it is increasing year after year. I dont want to go for lasic surgery, which is suggested by many. The numbers are right eye – (-7.5) & left eye ( -4).
Will i be able to reduce the numbers through yoga postures.
Please advise.
Regards,
Suchitra
raj | Jul 8, 2009 | Reply
Thanks a lot Valli for your advice.
Can i do surya namaskar any time of the day?
How long per session?
How many days in a week must i do it?
And Valli isn’t Prithvi Mudra to increase weight?…why have you included that in my mudras?…just asking cos i am sure you have a good explanation.
bindu | Jul 9, 2009 | Reply
Vali Ji
I have a stomach problem, I always feel that my stomach is upset it is always bothering me and gastric problem is also there. Can you suggest me some mudra for this
Thanks
Farida | Jul 15, 2009 | Reply
Respected Sir ?Madam
Is there any mudra ,home remedies to cure blocked artries,and cancer in breast,and sugar problem.
All This problem is for the same person suffering.
Immidiate results for elderly women of age 74yrs.
Hope i get answers.If any experts could advice on the subject.Kindly Reply please.
Farida | Jul 15, 2009 | Reply
Hello Raj there is one very good home remedy to loose weight. Honey and cinanmon. Intake Cinnamon powder daily. You can google search or yahoo search with this topic Honey and cinnamon.
Hope it helps.
raj | Jul 16, 2009 | Reply
Thank you Farida. Will surely google and try it out.
Appreciate it.
Mahesh | Jul 16, 2009 | Reply
Bindu,
try the vayu mudra. helps a lot. sit on your heels while doing. that’s even better.
Mahesh
valli | Jul 17, 2009 | Reply
Suchitra, Prana Mudra helps you a lot. Check out my article for improving vision: http://healthmad.com/alternative/natural-remedies-for-eye-diseases/
valli | Jul 17, 2009 | Reply
Raj, practice surya namaskar at the time of dawn for better results, if you have no time, do them in the evening. Check out for procedure and benefits here: http://www.socyberty.com/Spirituality/Sun-Salutation-an-Excellent-Way-for-Health.53214
Prithvi Mudra regulates metabolism and the function of thyroid gland. Hence I suggested it for you.
Bindu, try Vayu Mudra.
Mahesh | Jul 17, 2009 | Reply
valli, can the mudras be done while walking or done while being static?
Mahesh
valli | Jul 17, 2009 | Reply
Farida, Apana Vayu Mudra is very useful for all types of cardiac problems. Also check out this article: http://healthmad.com/alternative/color-therapy-green/
The following home remedies work for blocked arteries.
1. Consume a glass orange juice by adding three cloves of minced garlic to it.
2. Mixture of apple cider vinegar and garlic is also effective in treating the blocked arteries.
3. Take some lemon peels and keep them in water for overnight. Consume the water next day for three to four times. This is very helpful in treating the blocked arteries.
4. Broccoli and garlic are helpful for breast cancer.
Yeah Mahesh, you can.
Jayanthi | Jul 23, 2009 | Reply
Valli
I am practising the mudras. Now as per medical check up my calcium level is low. Is there any mudra to increase it. kindly advise me.
valli | Jul 24, 2009 | Reply
Jayanthi, Akash Mudra is helpful for your problem.
Angel | Jul 27, 2009 | Reply
hi valli
I have been reading your articles for a week.they are excellent and very informative.i have had a miscarriage last month.doctors feel that it was due to my uterine fibroids…i want to know what mudras will help me to cure them and acquire a healthy reproductive system…please help me …i feel so lost..
Mahesh | Jul 29, 2009 | Reply
valli,
I am doing the mudras and looks like things are shaping up slowly, as I wanted. Should the mudras like gyan, prithvi, varuna, be done using both hands at the same time? Or can it done one hand at a time?
Mahesh
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valli | Jul 31, 2009 | Reply
Angel, sorry to hear your problem. Maha Sacral Mudra is very helpful for your problem. It is useful for uterus related problems as well as bladder related problems. Join the tips of two little fingers while the two ring fingers touch the tips of thumbs for 3 minutes and join the tips of two ring fingers while the two little fingers touch the tips of thumbs for 3 minutes. Practice this mudra for two to three times daily until to get relief from the problem.
Mahesh, you can do the same mudra (for ex: Gyan Mudra) with both the hands at a time, but avoid doing the different Mudras (for ex: Gyan Mudra with right hand and Prithvi Mudra with left hand or vice versa) at a time as you may not get benefit for that. You can do one after the other.
Angel | Aug 2, 2009 | Reply
Hi valli
Thank you so much for your answer…i felt so nice that someone actually read and answered my problem…i will do this mudra and get to you later…may god shower you with his blessings…
ramu | Aug 9, 2009 | Reply
Hello geetanjali garu,
i tried to send a mail to you requesting the ebook but it could not be sent. It is telling that it was an improper mail id.Can you please send me the e book on mudras.
my mail id is
gsranjaneyulu2001@yahoo.com
Priya | Aug 10, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli
I have kind of pain in my breasts, and in the morning on waking up it gets worse, i visited my doctor and she prescribed some medicines, and it feels better after that. but am a little worried,. could it be cholestoral or anything else? Any mudras to help me?
Priya | Aug 11, 2009 | Reply
HI Valli,
As mentioned in my previous post, i visited the doc after a week of taking vitamin E tablets, i feel better, but she asked me to continue it for another week, before we proceed with any other tests, am a little worried, could you please help me, thanks.sometimes she says fibroids or fibromyalgia or whatever, she is not very open, says will wait for another weeks course of tablets to see the effects and then take any action.
vanita | Aug 12, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli ,
Can you please help with what specific mudras should I be doing to help with menstrual cycles being irregular . I have noticed that a change in my weight also plays a role in irregular cycles. I do have pcos( poly-cystic ovary syndrome ) .
I have another question reg. the time for holding/ relaxing the mudras? what is the release time ?
Thanks a lot for all the articles . Its a huge help.
Vanita
valli | Aug 13, 2009 | Reply
Priya, don’t worry, Vitamin E helps you in relieving your problem. Bhujangasana, Ustrasana, Dhanurasana and Noukasana are helpful for you. Massage the breast daily twice with one teaspoon of warm castor oil from the sternum toward the armpit. Add broccoli or cabbage, garlic and turmeric in your diet.
Vanitha, Surya Mudra and Mahasacral Mudra are beneficial for your problem. Check out the article for time duration and procedure. Trikonasana, Bhujangasana, Surya Namaskar and Pranayama are helpful for you.
vanita | Aug 14, 2009 | Reply
Thanks Valli
Will let you kow how it works out ,
vanita
Ahmed | Aug 19, 2009 | Reply
I only have the following questions: can someone please reply?
1) Do we do it one hand? If ‘yes’ which is it going to be? Left or Right?
2) While practising any Mudra, do we have to keep the hand raised or may it dangle beside our body (as in natural posture)?
Teresa Mac | Sep 1, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
I would like to know if there is anything I can do about my hands which have begun to cramp if I am doing something concentrated with them, eg writing, working using a screwdriver. I have a small amount of arthritis in my thumb joints. I have arthritis of the hips, two replacements, one 15 years ago and one 9 years ago. I am only 62 and otherwise fit and well possibly a little overweight, taking no medication but would like to be fit and agile as long as possible. Any advice would be most welcome, I am open to try anything which does not involve taking drugs. Teresa
nids123 | Sep 2, 2009 | Reply
Thanks for this amazing article on Mudras. I am facing constipation problem and I tried Apana Mudra for 4-5 days for 45 minutes daily and now i am very much fine. I have a query I usually have constipation problems , so shall i keep practicing this mudra so that I don\’t face constipation again ? and I have menstrual problems from last few years. My period are irregular, painful and my menstrual cycle is of 18-20 days instead of 28 days. Means after every 18-20 days my periods starts with pain in my back,legs and in lower abdomen. My digestive system is very bad too and i am having hair fall problems also. I am practising surya mudra and apana mudra. Would you please let me know what other mudras shall i practise and is it ok to practise 3-4 mudras everyday until the problem is solved.
Waiting for your reply.
Thanks
Nidhi
Debarati Sen Roy | Sep 3, 2009 | Reply
Hi
My name is debarati and i got an amazing benefit from these mudras. I have question, if i want to reduce weight more faster, which mudra i should practice more?
Thank u
Diwakar | Sep 8, 2009 | Reply
Mudras can be done with both hands or even with one hand. It is said thatthe mudras have effect on the opposite side. That means, if you are doing mudra for right ear, do it with left hand.
Many people are asking about the scientific proof and all that. Instead, they should practice it themselves and see the results.
I have tried it and found to be very effective. It could also be used for meditation.
3 day courses on Mudra Chikitsa and the science behind it are being conducted by oshodhara at Murthal, Haryana, 50 km north near Sonipat. They have published a beautiful book on Mudra Chikitsa. For details contact http://www.oshodhara.co.in
Thanks
-Diwakar
T,William | Sep 10, 2009 | Reply
Thanks for the info…
I’ve been getting into yoga more and more myself over the last year ever since my girlfriend got me attached to the idea, and ever since then I’ve been trying to immerse myself more and more into alternative healthy styles.
Aparna | Sep 11, 2009 | Reply
Hi,
I need to regularly practice gyan, vayu, apana vayu, pran and prithvi mudras for the helath benefits that they will result in. The problem is that my fingers and hands start to hurt after five minutes or so. If I use my fingers and hands a lot during the day they get numb at night, so much so that my sleep gets disrupted.
Thanks for your help.
sirish | Sep 12, 2009 | Reply
Hi,
I am having myopia with ( -3.5 on both eyes)
I do pran mudra daily for 15 minutes. Will I see improvement in my vision in a month or so by doing pran mudra for 15 minutes daily.
Jayaseelan Vijayan | Sep 14, 2009 | Reply
Thanks a lot,,
Please do post many more tips like this.
Thanks once again for sharing these…..
valli | Sep 14, 2009 | Reply
Ahmed, generally mudras can be done with right hand, but you can practice with left hand or both the hands too. Practice according to your convenience either straight or dangle but the procedure should be followed.
Teresa, Gyan Mudra, Vayu Mudra and Prithvi Mudra and asanas like Tree Pose (Vrikshasana), Bound Angle Pose (Baddha Konasana) and Triangle Pose (Trikonasana) are helpful for your problem. But practice them carefully.
Nidhi, practice the mudras until you get relief from the problem. Try one more mudra that is Mahasacral Mudra. It is good for all uterus related problems.
Debarati, Surya Mudra helps for your problem.
Diwakar and William, thanks for your feedback.
Aparna, don’t strain your fingers and hands too much. Keep them relax while doing mudras and take breaks every minute.
Sirish, certainly you will see the improvement in your vision by doing Prana Mudra. Also follow these natural remedies suggested in this article: http://healthmad.com/alternative/natural-remedies-for-eye-diseases/
Jayaseelan Vijayan, sure and thanks for your comment.
Sirish | Sep 15, 2009 | Reply
Hi valli,
Thanks for your reply.
Is 15 minutes daily enough for Pran Mudra to see improvement in the vision.
Also can you kindly let me know the ideal time for doing the pran mudra.
Also can we perform this mudra in sukhasana or is there any specific posture for doing this mudra.
rajitha | Sep 15, 2009 | Reply
first off all thanks in this articles
i like this type of articles
i send the articles a lot of friends
valli | Sep 16, 2009 | Reply
Sirish, early morning is the ideal time for doing mudras, or you can do them in the evening. No specific posture is required to perform. You should practice this mudra daily for 40 minutes to see the results.
Rajitha, thanks for your comment.
Sirish | Sep 17, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
Thanks for your reply.
Is it okay if I do Pran Mudra for 20 minutes in the morning and then the next 20 minutes in the evening.
How much time will it take to see the improvement in vision
valli | Sep 17, 2009 | Reply
Yeah Sirish, you can do for 20 minutes in the morning and 20 minutes in the evening. Depending on the severity, it takes 3 to 6 months to see the improvement in vision.
Yogesh | Sep 18, 2009 | Reply
Valli,
I am facing hair-loss problem. I loosing hair from the top of the head. The hair are becoming thinner day by day and are lost. In my opinion my diet is not too bad but I don’t understand the reason behind this.
Secondly I am having Myopia (-0.75); not so severe. But still can’t read something which is a bit far.
Thirdly and lastly, everyday I start my day with good amount of energy but after a while ( just before the afternoon) I start feeling drowsy and lose concentration. Moreover I get tired (mentally) by the end of the day eventhough I don’t do much, as I feel. I take enough sleep and keep a good diet.
Please suggest me mudras for these problem. I would be really thankful to you.
Yogesh
Sirish | Sep 22, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
Thanks for your reply and for your valuable suggestion.
Is it true that by performing Viyan Mudra along with Pran mudra the improvement in eye vision will be faster.
Kindly guide me on this.
Thrust57 | Sep 22, 2009 | Reply
Hello VAlli
I just like to ask which color cloths be wared by SAME person who is diabetic,cloged arteries,and have breast cancer.And any remedies Mudra and natural remedies? kindly suggest.
Thanks
Trust57 | Sep 24, 2009 | Reply
Hello VAlli
What Mudra should be done to dissolve tumor in breast.My sister has lump just behinfd her left armpit. and she is also suffering from scitica. What Mudra and time duration .Kindly suggest.Thanks
Deepak | Sep 25, 2009 | Reply
Hi Vaali,
I am suffering from chronic constipation for 25 years, and drink lot of water in the morning but still can’t relieve it.
Couple of years back I tried apan mudra it helped me a lot initially, for couple of months but after that, my situation went back to the original one. so am still suffering.
In one of the replies you talk aboutsuchi mudra for this problem, but I can’t get a clear picture of this mudra anywhere, cna you please send me the same if you have one.
Any other thing you can suggest would be great.
Can yu please give me your email address so that I can address you directly.
Thanks
Deepak
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Paul | Oct 10, 2009 | Reply
Hello
this article is absolutely amazing, I know you’ve answered a lot of questions, would you be willing to answer one more?
I have chronic inflammation in my knees, and in Western medicine, the only way to relieve it is to take some medicine that upsets the stomach.
Is there a mudra that can help with this?
Thank you,
Paul
Paul | Oct 10, 2009 | Reply
Hi there
I forgot to mention that the main place I am dealing with inflammation is in my knee.
Thank you
Anil Verma | Oct 20, 2009 | Reply
i am patient of Intestial Lung disease for the last five years. How Linga Mudra is use full for me and how often I should do it, kindly let me know.
Thanks
Anil
Vinod | Oct 25, 2009 | Reply
Hi Valli,
You have a very interesting and informative page. Do you know if there are any mudras to reduce Trigylcerides and reduce bad cholesterol and to raise good cholesterol.
Thanks
Vinod