YMSA - Yoga Meditation Studios Palm Beach - Nadi Shodan Pranayama

Nadi Shodan Pranayama

There are a number of Pranayama breathing techniques that are very beneficial for our body.  One that I have been using to help keep me grounded is the Nadi Shodan Pranayama breath.  It is also called Alternate nostril breathing. This is a very nice pranayama which can be used to clear the energy centres in the body. This practice also helps move the flow of energy/chi/prana through the meridians more effectively.

Nadi Shodan breathing helps balance the right and left hemispheres of the brain while

alternately exercising the left and right lungs. This simple practice clears the blockages in both sides of the airways, you may notice this instantly when transitioning from pranayama breathing to normal breathing.

Nadi Shodan breathing has other benefits also, this practice helps to wake us up, we become more alert and at the same time our body is able to remain calm and relaxed. This has obvious advantages especially because these days our lives are so kaotic and stressful, we find that we often feel run down and tired. It's helpful to know quick rejuvenating and balancing techniques to help us get through the day and our daily chores. 

Nadi Shodan is a quick and simple practice. It revitalises, helps us concentrate and think more clearly. We feel refreshed, more centred and better equipped to deal with any problems we may encounter. 

  

It is very easy to do, so everyone should be able to find 5 minutes during the day to practice it and experience the benefits for themselves.  

If you would like to learn how to practice Nadi Shodan pranayama you are welcome to contact us at YMSA Yoga Meditation Studio Palm Beach. Leave us a comment below, along with your details. We will get back to you as soon as we can.

Namaste
Lalita and Kimmie
YMSA Team

YMSA - Yoga Meditation Studio Palm Beach - Vegan Cheesecake

   

YMSA Yoga Meditation

Scrumptious Strawberry Vegan Cheesecake

Utensils

    You will need a 22cm round spring form tin

Nutty Base

Use this combination of Nuts, or what ever you have handy

    1 cup macadamia nuts
    1/2 cup walnuts
    1/4 cup shredded coconut
    Pinch of Himalayan salt
    1/2 - 3/4 cup pitted dates

Ingredients for Filling

    4 cups raw cashews (soaked for 2-4 hours and then drained)
    3/4 cup lemon juice
    3/4 to 1 cup coconut nectar
    3/4 cup coconut oil
    1 fresh vanilla bean, scraped

Colourful Healthy Topping

    2 cups frozen strawberries
    1/2 - 3/4 cup pitted dates
    1 cup thinly sliced fresh strawberries and 1 cup whole strawberries, to serve

    How To:
  
    Step 1

    Lightly cover the round spring form tin with coconut oil. Line the base and sides with baking paper. This step helps when it comes time to remove the finished cheesecake from the tin. Next place the top 4 crust ingredients in a food processor, process into chunky crumbs. Next add the dates and pulse until all ingredients are well combined BUT don't overprocess. Press mix into the base of the spring form tin and place in the freezer while you prepare the rest of the cheesecake
   
Step 2

    Blend the ingredients for the filling at high speed until smooth. Pour onto the base and return to the freezer. Note: Make sure the base filling has set enough before pouring the strawberry mixture on top
   
Step 3

    In a clean blender, blend the frozen strawberries and dates on high until smooth. Pour this mix on top of the cheesecake layer and return to the freezer for 4 - 5 hours or overnight
   
Step 4

    When you are ready to serve, let the cheesecake sit first at room temperature for 10-15 minutes. Release the cheesecake from the spring form tin and carefully remove the baking paper. Place the cheesecake onto a decorative serving platter. Arrange the thinly sliced and whole strawberries on top

 

What a great treat to share with family and friends.

If you are interested in meditation, health and a healthy holistic lifestyle (a healthy body, mind and spirit) Or, if you would like to experience for yourself, the associated physiological and psychological benefits on offer due to living a balanced lifestyle - you are welcome to contact us at any time for help, information, classes and timetables. 

Leave a comment and your details below. We will get back to you as soon as we can.

Wishing for you peace and happiness

Namaste
Lalita
YMSPB