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2/ Dr. Louis Ignarro, a Nobel Laureate, discovered that Nitric Oxide (NO) is a powerful molecule that relaxes blood vessels, improves brain function, strengthens immunity, and reduces inflammation.

3/ What’s even more fascinating? Certain yogic practices like Bhramari Pranayama (humming breath), Om chanting, and deep breathing techniques naturally increase NO levels in the body.

4/ How does this happen? -The paranasal sinuses produce NO, and humming increases its release by 15 times compared to regular breathing. -This enhanced circulation benefits the lungs, heart, immune system, and brain in multiple ways.

5/ Key Benefits of Increased NO Through Bhramari and Yogic Practices: Lung Health & Breathing: -NO dilates airways (bronchodilation), making breathing easier and beneficial for asthma, bronchitis, and other respiratory conditions. -Research shows slow, deep yogic breathing and pranayama increase oxygen uptake and lung efficiency.

6/ Blood Circulation & Heart Health: -NO relaxes and widens blood vessels, improving circulation and reducing blood pressure. -Regular Om chanting and meditation stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system, leading to better heart health and stress reduction.

7/ Immunity & Inflammation: -NO has antibacterial and antiviral properties, helping to fight infections naturally. -Increased NO through yogic breathwork reduces chronic inflammation, a major cause of diabetes, arthritis, and autoimmune disorders.

8/ Brain Function & Mental Well-Being: -NO enhances neurotransmission, improving memory, focus, and cognitive function. -Studies on Om chanting and meditation show reduced anxiety, depression, and stress, linked to higher NO production. -NO also activates the vagus nerve, improving sleep quality and relaxation.

9/ Tissue Healing & Cellular Repair: -NO speeds up tissue repair and regeneration, aiding in injury recovery and wound healing. -Deep breathing and humming boost oxygen and NO delivery to tissues, accelerating the healing process.

10/ Yogic techniques that boost NO naturally: -Bhramari Pranayama (Humming Breath) -Om Chanting and Mantra Meditation -Kapalabhati (Skull-Shining Breath) -Nadi Shodhana (Alternate Nostril Breathing)

11/ Modern science is now proving what yogis have known for centuries. Simple breathing and sound vibrations have a profound impact on health and well-being.

12/ The next time you hum or chant Om, remember—you’re not just meditating, you’re naturally enhancing your body’s ability to heal, relax, and perform at its best.

13/ If this intrigued you, share it with someone who would love to learn about the connection between breath, sound, and health!