Effect Of Nadi Shodhan Pranayam On Memory Functioning Among College Students: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trialomized controlled Trial

Background:Nadi Shodhan Pranayama involves breathing through one nostril at a time, sealing the other with fingers, to normalize body energy flow, improve mental clarity, and balance the neurological system. Aim:This research aims to evaluate the psychological variable of memory function in college girls, practice Nadi Shodhana Pranayam as intervention. Methods:Twenty college-bound girls from Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh participated in the study. The PGI Memory Scale was used as a psychological measure and the girls were split into experimental and control groups in 1:1 ratio. The experimental groups participated in regular college activities and 5 days per week of training for 4 weeks. Group 1 as an experimental group adhered to the Nadi Shodhana program and Group 2 as the control group. A predetermined training regimen consisted of daily sessions that lasted longer than 30 minutes and increased in intensity. Both cohorts were asked to carried out their usual educational schedules. Result:The significance level of the study was 0.05. Adjusted F(1,17)=243.260,p=0.00 is statistically significant. Though the student's Pre-Memory is considered a covariate, There is a significant disparity in the adjusted mean scores of Nadi Shodhana. Conclusion:Nadi Shodhan significantly enhances mental health by promoting memory, cognitive function and inner peace.