The meaning of 'mudra', which is a Sanskrit word, is 'closure' or 'seal'. Mudra hand positions are physical gestures that have an effect on the energy flow of the body. The ancient practice of yoga links the hand mudras to the changing spiritual and mental aspects of a person. The mudras are usually finger positions like in the Anjali Mudra, where the hands are kept at the center of the heart.\Practicing the different types of mudras for health is considered good as it provides physical, mental, as well as spiritual benefits. Mudras, also known as hand yoga, typically involves placing the hands and fingers in certain positions as described in the Vedas.

Benefits of mudras
The mudras benefit the bio magnetic fields, psyche, body, and mind in many ways. Some of the benefits of mudras are as follows:
The mudras clear the psychic centers and subtle channels in the body. This allows the life force to flow freely to the various parts of the body.
The mudras purify the body's bio magnetic field and shield it from negative forces.

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