When we try to understand the wisdom of Yoga and its healing powers, it would be quite fascinating to know that without any specific medical background, how these ancient yogis were able to discuss the human body in such detail. In various Upanishads, Yogic Texts and Vedas the sages had given indepth exploration on anatomy, physiology, psychology, medical science and above all; the knowledge, beyond any science could prove today.

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Nadis at the Subtle Body Level


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Autonomic Nervous System at Gross Body level

       The sages had discussed the human body not only at gross level, but also even deeper at subtle and causal level. When they talked about the Prana, the life force, it was definitely the subtle form of the breath we survive on. A step ahead it was the energy which makes the blood, flow through the arteries and veins. It was also the nutrients and oxygen and even the hormones which make the body move, various organs and faculties to function with in. It was also various sensory perceptions, and electric impulses produced at various specific brain centers. That was what they talked about Pancha Prana and Pancha Upa-Prana. If we analyse the whole system its nothing but the play of energy at various levels, both internal and external to human body.

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      When we search the literature, we find enormous information on Nadis. Some Yogic Texts says there are thousands of nadis in our body. Our concern is not the number, but importance of their function. They are closely related with nerves in our gross body. Out of the innumerable Nadis 14 are said to be important-

      1.  Sushumna Nadi,

      2.  Ida Nadi,

      3.  Pingala Nadi,

      4.  Gandhari Nadi,

      5.  Hastajihva Nadi,

      6.  Kuhu Nadi,

      7.  Saraswati Nadi,

      8.  Pusha Nadi,

      9.  Sankhini Nadi,

     10.  Payasvini Nadi,

     11.  Varuni Nadi,

     12.  Alambusha Nadi,

     13.  Vishvodhara Nadi,

     14.  Yasasvini Nadi

     Mostly talked and taught nadis in Yogic system are Sushumna, Ida and Pingala. We need to find the connection between these principle nadis and our autnomic nervous system- sympathetic and parasympathetic.  

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        1.  Pingala Nadi: Associated with the sun, male or active energy in our body; represented by the right nostril. Our sympathetic nervous system has the nerve endings at the right nostril too. When the right side dominates, the personality becomes very dry and aggressive to achieve the the success, name and fame involve all the left brain activities, that is the logical brain. Blinded by ego, sensitivity to our own emotions is diminished. Taken to this extreme, right-sided behavior leads to heart disease. This shows the similarity with the functions of our sympathetic nervous system.

        2.  Ida Nadi: Associated with the moon, female or passive energy in our body; represented by the left nostril and parasympathetic nervous system. This provide the energy for our desires and emotions which travel to the appropriate places in the body to bring about the actions of fulfillment. Our desires are essential for action. Without which, we would have nothing to act upon. It may be blocked by emotional or physical injuries experienced in living life. Problems of the left side tend to result in passivity or emotional extremism whereby we are thrown between elation and depression. With this type of imbalance, self-discipline becomes difficult and bad habits become hard to correct. In the worst case, we become lethargic and self-obsessed.

        3.  Sushumna Nadi: This is the central channel, which bring about the balance, the homeostasis at all levels. When sushumna activates, the left and right nostrils flows together, and the state of meditation, relaxation, peace and tranquility is achieved. The immune system and pranic store is rejuvenated and diseases are removed.

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       If we analyse the functions of nadis and autonomic nervous system we find greater resemblance. This understanding can provide us the understanding of all major diseases and their cure through Yoga Therapy along with other streams of medicines. When there is dissonance or disharmony or disturbance between the active (sun) and Passive (moon) energies, there is disease and when there is resonance, balance or harmony then there is good health, there is activation of Sushumna, flow of meditation, and light of wisdom. 

        Through this article, the intension is only to give a basic understanding about nadis and nervous system. Yoga therapy can not be understood or applied without these basic principle connections. This work will continue further with more refinements based on experience and valuable suggestions.