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Physiological
Benefits |
Psychological
Benefits |
Biochemical
Benefits |
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Respiratory rate decreases |
Anxiety & Depression decrease |
Glucose decreases |
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Blood pressure decreases |
Memory improves |
Total cholesterol decreases |
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Cardiovascular efficiency increases |
Attention improves |
Hemoglobin increases |
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Joint range of motion increases |
Learning efficiency improves |
Vitamin C increases |
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Posture improves |
Social skills increases |
Total serum protein increases |
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Strength & resiliency increases |
Mood improves & subjective well-being increases |
Sodium decreases |
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Endurance increases |
Self-actualization increase |
HDL cholesterol increases |
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Energy level increases |
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LDL cholesterol decreases |
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Weight normalizes |
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VLDL cholesterol decreases |
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Sleep improves |
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Catecholamine decreases |
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Immunity increases |
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Pain decreases |
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Integrated function of body parts improves |
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Integrated function of body parts improves |
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MEDITATION
Meditation: enrichment to your soul.
Meditation is a holistic discipline by which the
practitioner attempts to get beyond the reflexive,
"thinking" mind into a deeper state of relaxation or
awareness. Though meditation is usually recognized as a
largely spiritual practice, it also has many health
benefits. The yoga and meditation techniques are being
implemented in management of life threatening diseases;
in transformation of molecular and genetic structure; in
reversal of mental illnesses, in accelerated learning
programs, in perceptions and communications beyond the
physical, in solving problems and atomic and nuclear
physics; in gaining better ecological understanding; in
management of lifestyle and future world problems. Some
benefits of meditation are:
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It lowers oxygen consumption.
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It decreases respiratory rate.
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It increases blood flow and slows the heart rate.
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Increases exercise tolerance in heart patients.
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Leads to a deeper level of relaxation.
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Good for people with high blood pressure as it
brings the B.P. to normal.
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Reduces anxiety attacks by lowering the levels of
blood lactate.
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Decreases muscle tension (any pain due to tension)
and headaches.
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Builds self-confidence.
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It increases serotonin production which influences
mood and behavior.
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Low levels of serotonin are associated with
depression, insomnia and headaches.
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Helps in chronic diseases like allergies, arthritis
etc.
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Reduces Pre- menstrual Syndrome.
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Helps in post-operative healing.
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Enhances the immune system. Research has revealed
that meditation increases activity of
'natural-killer cells', which kill bacteria and
cancer cells.
ASTROLOGY
The 12 signs of the zodiac- Raashi in Nepali are:
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Mesh (Aries)
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Brish (Tarus)
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Mithun (Gemini)
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Karkat (Cancer)
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Simha (Leo)
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Kanya (Virgo)
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Tula (Libra)
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Brishchik (Scorpio)
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Dhanu (Sagittarius)
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Makar (Capricon)
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Kumbha (Aquarious) &
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Meen (Pisces)
Astrology has its origin in the Vedas written thousands
of years ago. Nepal it is said to have more temples than
houses & more gods & goddesses than people. The land of
peace, love & devotion has variety of tradition in every
aspect of human life. Such one is astrology. Astrology
plays a significant role in a Nepali person’s life
especially when it comes to get married. The moment a
child is born in Nepal, the exact time of birth is noted
and given to the astrologer, who according to the
position of the different planets in the solar system at
that precise moment prepares a Cheena (horoscope).
Cheena is a rectangular chart, which indicates the
degree of influence of the planets from the solar world
on the people born in a particular Raashi. Besides
highlighting the positive as well as negative aspects of
one's life that lead to achievements and failures, when
it comes to facing difficult times, the Nepali people go
to their astrologer with their Cheena for advice and act
accordingly.
An astrologer reading one’s Cheena, they say, can tell
quite accurately what fate has in store for the person.
A good astrologer also tells you your past thus gaining
your confidence. Astrology plays a part in every step of
a Nepali’s life as the Cheena is consulted for all
rituals during the rites of passage ceremonies.
Astrologers are consulted on various occasions like rice
feeding, sacred thread and weddings. Usually Hindus do
not marry unless the Cheena of the bride and groom are
compatible. This may be changing slowly as more Nepalese
opt for a love marriage. Almost all religious festivals
in Nepal are governed by astrological readings. Tika
during Dashain, Bhai Tika during Tihar, etc are
occasions when the astrologers determine the auspicious
hours for these festivities to take place. They also
forecast the solar and lunar eclipses and their impact
on people. Believers even determine when it is okay to
start a journey or launch a business. Finally, when a
person dies, his Cheena is taken to the crematorium or
ghat along with his body.
While in Nepal other things you should look for besides traveling are Yoga, Meditation, Astrology.
Yoga is a science that has been practiced for thousands of years. It consists of Ancient Theories, observations and principles about the mind and body connection which is now being proven by modern medicine. Substantial research has been conducted to look at the health benefits of Yoga- from the Yoga Postures (Asanas), Yoga Breathing (Pranayama), and Meditation. 
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