Tulasi (Holy Basil) Health and Yoga Benefits

Holy basil, popularly known as “Tulasi” or “[Tul (comparable) +Asi (not) ]The Incomparable one”. It is also known as Ocimum tenuiflorum or Ocimum sanctum. Tulasi is one of the most sacred plants in India. In Hindu mythology tulasi is compared as goddess Lakshmi, the wife of … Read more

Uttarashada Nakshatra born characteristics and features

Uttarashadha 26-40′ Sagittarius to 10-00′ Capricorn Names start with : bay, bO, ja, jae General Characteristics: A quest for the spiritual unknown, total involvement in any task and penetrate deeply into some aspect of knowledge. Obedient, learned in the rules of virtue, grateful, many friends, return … Read more

Poorvashada Nakshatra born characteristics and features

Poorvashada 13-20′ to 26-40′ Sagittarius Names start with : bhoo, dhaa, bhaa, Da General Characteristics : Agreeable spouse, a proud nature, strong attachment to friends. Translation : The undefeated or unsubdued. Symbol : A fan or a winnowing basket (used to separate grain from its husk), … Read more

Supta Vajrasana (Reclined Thunderbolt Pose), procedure and benefits

In Sanskrit, supta (सुप्त) means ‘reclined‘, Vajra means ‘thunderbolt‘ and asana means ‘posture’. This is mainly useful in improving the digestive system and boosting our stamina. Although there are 14 variations in this supta vajrasana, practicing one and mastering it is enough to tone your body. … Read more