The function of respiratory system is to absorb oxygen and to release carbon dioxide. Oxygen is required to supply energy and suitable temperature to body. The regular practice of yoga has the following effects on respiratory system :
- Regulating the respiratory process Decrease in the rate of breathing Strengthening the diaphragm and muscles
- Inactive alveoli are activated
- Increase in the volume of residual air
- Increase in the size of lungs and chest
- Extremely beneficial in heart and respiratory diseases
- Many respiratory diseases, like cold, cough, allergy, asthma, sinusitis, etc. are prevented/ cured
- Diseases/disorders of thyroid and tonsils are cured
- Increase in vital power