Yogic Breathing Changes Salivary Components

"1. Chanting Om~ 1. Sharp deep inhalation through nostrils~ 2. Slow exhalation through mouth while chanting Om. At this step the subjects will perform a slow and complete exhalation.~ Repeat for 10 min. During the whole period of chanting, the subjects keep their eyes closed.~2. Yogic Breathing:~ 1. Check which of the two nostrils exhibit free flow of air. For the explanation purpose the nostril with free flow of air is treated as Nostril 1 and the other one as Nostril 2.~ 2. Close Nostril 2 and inhale a sharp deep breath through Nostril 1 and then close both the nostrils so no inhaled air escapes. Air should not escape through mouth either. This inhalation step should take about 4 seconds.~ 3. Hold breath in this position for about 16 seconds.~ 4. Open Nostril 2 and exhale for about 8 seconds. Complete exhalation is required. Abdomen will slowly curve-in as the subject exhales. This is normal and encouraged. No air should leak through the Nostril 1 or mouth.~ 5. Go to step a)."

The participants will read a text of their choice for 20 minutes in a one-on-one session with the Yoga Instructor.