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Synopsis This is a complete one-of-its-kind book on the widely known yet little understood science and practice of Yogic Pranayama. Written specially for the common man, the book traces the origin of Pranayama, explains and removes some of the common perceptions and misconceptions, discusses the significance of practice of Pranayama in maintaining good health and, most important, explains in detail the practice of Pranayama—the different components and varieties, the various asanas, bandhas, kriyas and mudras. The focus is practical, with each asana illustrated and each photograph accompanied with explanatory text. There is a separate section of how Pranayam helps in recovery and restoration of good health and how the practice of different and specific asanas can speed up recovery from various ailments, aches, pains, postural defects, diabetes, obesity, stomach problems, piles, asthma, arthritis, gout etc. With 60 photographs.