India, July 3 -- Adding a few minutes of mindful breathing to a morning routine has become increasingly popular as people seek simple ways to reduce stress before beginning the day. Among the many breathing techniques, Nadi Shodhan Pranayam, also known as alternate nostril breathing or Anulom Vilom, remains one of the most widely practiced methods in yoga traditions.

According to The Art of Living, the Sanskrit word Nadi refers to subtle energy channels, Shodhan means purification, and Pranayam refers to breath regulation.

The practice aims to calm the mind through slow, alternating breaths taken through each nostril. Its traditional explanation is rooted in yogic philosophy, but modern research has also explored its possible effects on...