Prana Explained – An Ayurvedic Guide to Vital Energy and Lasting Balance

28/10/2025 53 min
Prana Explained – An Ayurvedic Guide to Vital Energy and Lasting Balance

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Episode Synopsis


This episode explores the vital force of prana in Ayurveda and how it shapes our physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. You’ll learn how prana moves through the body, why it becomes imbalanced, and how to restore it through breathwork, food, and herbs.
In this episode, you will learn:

The five types of prana and their functions
How breath connects body, mind, and spirit
Foods and herbs that build vital energy
Signs of prana imbalance in daily life
Simple ways to restore pranic flow

Transcript:

(00:00) Introduction to prana and its importance
(00:21) Understanding prana: beyond breath
(01:28) Prana in Ayurveda and yoga
(01:58) The interconnection of prana, tais, and ojas
(13:34) The five types of prana
(23:13) Balancing prana for optimal health
(28:12) Environmental and lifestyle factors affecting prana
(30:34) Practical steps to enhance prana
(31:45) Balancing divine energies
(32:02) Energizing breathing practices
(32:27) Personalized pranayama
(32:50) Mindful breathing techniques
(33:33) Rejuvenating prana with yoga
(34:45) The importance of rest and sleep
(35:35) Ayurvedic self-care practices
(36:05) Herbs to support prana
(39:29) Prana-rich foods
(43:55) Prana and dosha interactions
(46:35) Spiritual dimension of prana
(48:02) Modern lifestyle and prana
(51:38) Conclusion: cultivating prana

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