Nadis

Meaning

channels; rivers

Subtle energy channels carrying prana through the body.

According to yogic anatomy, there are 72,000 nadis. The three main channels are Ida (lunar, left nostril), Pingala (solar, right nostril), and Sushumna (central channel). Pranayama practices balance and purify these pathways.

In practice

• Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing)

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