Yoga Asanas to Control Diabetes
About:
Blood circulation is one of the most vital functions
of the body. It is responsible for making all the organs work efficiently,
thereby keeping a check on various diseases, including diabetes. Diabetes is a
condition based on the response of blood cells to the insulin produced by the
body. It is referred to as a lifestyle disease because in most cases, it occurs
due to a sedentary lifestyle and improper diet.
Pranayam:
Breathing in deeply and breathing out helps
oxygenate your blood, and improves circulation. It also calms the mind and
gives your rattled nerves some much needed rest
How to do:
Sit on a yoga mat on the floor. Fold your legs in
either padmasana or sit cross legged. Now straighten your back, keep your chin
parallel to the floor, place your hands on your knees with your palms facing
upwards and close your eyes. Breath in deep and hold your breath for five
counts. Exhale slowly. Repeat this process at least ten times. Once you are done,
rub your palms together till they are warm, and place them on your eyes. Now
slowly open them and smile.
Uttanasana:
This incredibly beneficial posture is both
therapeutic and revitalising. In Uttanasana, your head is below your heart.
This allows the unusual occasion for blood to rush to your head, giving your
cells a rejuvenating boost of oxygen. It strengthens the thighs and spine and
provides flexibility. Uttanasana activates the abdominal muscle and improves
digestion and eases symptoms of menopause, asthma, headaches and insomnia. It
may lower high blood pressure and is therapeutic for infertility, osteoporosis,
and sinusitis.
How to do:
Stand straight, start inhaling and raise your arms,
taking them over your head. As you exhale, start bending forward and bring your
arms down along with the torso so that they touch the floor. Now, take your
hands behind your legs and join them together. Remain in the position for 7-8
breaths. Now, bring your hands in the front and start getting up slowly. Keep
your head down till you are completely straight. Repeat 4-5 times.
Vajrasana:
This is a simple pose that is great to relax the
mind, improve digestion and massages the kanda. According to Ayurvedic
principles, kanda is a spot about 12 inches above the anus that is the point of
convergence for over 72,000 nerves.
How to do:
All you need to do is place a yoga mat on the floor.
Kneel on the mat, and let the top surface of your feet touch the mat, such that
your heels are pointing upwards. Now gently place your buttocks on your heels.
It is important to note that your heels are on either side of your anus. Now
place both your palms on your knees, facing downwards. Close your eye and
breath in deeply at a steady rate.
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