This is a form of breathing practice which produces a soft humming bee sound at the time of exhalation; hence the name Bhramari Pranayam has been given.



Procedure

1. Sit in Padmasana or in any comfortable posture keeping your head, neck and spine in one line.



2. Place your right hand close to your right nostril, but do not close it.



3. Inhale deeply through both the nostrils.



4. Now press the right nostril with the right thumb and hold the breath for a moment.



5. Now start exhaling; while exhaling concentrate on your throat and see that it produces a buzzing sound like that of a humming bee.



Benefits

1. This form of Pranayam produces a sweet, melodious and a gentle voice.



2. It relieves you from hypertension and depression.



3. It makes your breathing deep and subtle.



4. Bhramari Pranayam is a very good exercise for pregnant women.



Caution

1. Do not over strain yourself or your body.