A healthy digestive system is one of the main pillars of a balanced lifestyle. Physical ailments such as constipation, stomach aches, ulcers, acne, pimples, and bloating can be avoided when your digestion is functioning well.
Helpful Tips:
Avoid drinking water half an hour before and after meals.
Avoid eating heavy food at night.
Don’t lie down immediately after eating.
Practice yoga regularly.
Avoid eating unhealthy or greasy food.
Eat foods rich in fiber.
Digestive Distress
Poor digestion can result from overeating, irregular meal times, unhealthy food habits, and a stressful lifestyle—some of the most common contributing factors. When our digestive system gets out of balance, we often resort to skipping meals or taking antacids. While these may provide temporary relief, they are not long-term solutions.
A Long-Term Solution
While making drastic changes to your daily routine may be difficult, certain measures can help rejuvenate and strengthen the digestive system. And when it comes to restoring the body’s natural rhythm, nothing works better than yoga. It’s a time-tested method with no side effects, known for its ability to heal the body naturally, without requiring major lifestyle changes.
When you practice these basic yoga poses, your abdominal organs relax, helping improve digestion and restore digestive balance.
Ustrasana (Camel Pose)
This pose stretches and opens up the front of the body, which helps improve digestion. It also enhances posture and helps relieve menstrual discomfort.
Padmasana (Lotus Pose)
A simple seated yoga posture, Padmasana supports better digestion, reduces muscle tension, and helps regulate blood pressure.
Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)
This pose stretches and strengthens the abdominal muscles. Practicing it regularly can relieve constipation and menstrual pain.
Naukasana (Boat Pose)
Boat Pose strengthens abdominal organs and promotes healthy digestion. It also helps release accumulated stress and strengthens the back.
Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose)
Bridge Pose stimulates the abdominal muscles and supports digestion. It also helps reduce anxiety, stress, and depression.
Pavanamuktasana (Wind-Relieving Pose)
This pose massages and strengthens the abdominal organs, helps release trapped gas, and supports better digestion.
Ayurveda – A Health-Oriented Approach
When practicing yoga, it’s also recommended to consider incorporating Ayurveda into your lifestyle. Ayurveda helps guide your daily habits and routines to keep your natural body constitution balanced. It also provides knowledge on how to prevent diseases and how to eliminate their root cause if they arise.
Yoga is an effective technique that supports not only digestive health but also overall physical well-being. Even if you already practice other forms of physical activity, yoga can be easily integrated into your routine. Like any other discipline, yoga takes time to show its full benefits. With regular practice, it will improve your digestion, tone your body, and increase flexibility.
So, dedicate just half an hour each day to yoga—relax into the postures mentioned above and restore your digestive system to optimal functioning.
Yoga supports the development of body and mind and brings numerous health benefits, but it is not a substitute for medical treatment. It’s important to learn and practice yoga under the guidance of a qualified Sri Sri Yoga instructor. In case of any health conditions, consult your doctor and Sri Sri Yoga teacher before beginning your practice.
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