''QUARANTINE CONSTIPATION''-CURE WITH YOGA

 Constipation is a common issue that we all experience now and then. But this digestive problem has become even more prominent during the lockdown due to changes in our entire daily schedule. We get up late in the morning, binge eats unhealthy foods, and involve in minimum physical activities. All these things have given rise to a new term called "Quarantine constipation". As per experts, even if you were not struggling with bowel movement earlier, chances are that during quarantine you might be facing difficulty in passing your bowel easily.

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Feeling constipated does not only make you uncomfortable but can also ruin your entire day. You won't be able to concentrate on your work, eat anything and your entire focus will be on your digestive health. Many people try over-the-counter medicines and home remedies. But another safer and natural way to get rid of the problem of constipation is yoga.

​How yoga can help in constipation

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Yoga does not only help to make your body flexible and toned, but it also has some amazing health benefits. The ancient Indian form of physical activity helps to ease the pain and discomfort caused due to digestive issues in two ways:

Massaging the abdomen: Yoga involves twisting and bending, which massages your abdomen, encouraging easy bowel movement.

Managing stress: Stress is another cause of constipation and there is nothing better than yoga to calm your wandering mind. Here are the 3 best yoga poses that help you when dealing with constipation.


Pawanmuktasana or Wind-Relieving pose

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Step 1: Lie on your back in a relaxing position.

Step 2: Bent your knees and bring your thighs close to your abdomen, keeping your knees and ankle together.

Step 3: Bring your hands around the legs and clasp them together.

Step 4: Lift your neck and tuck your chin into your chest. Hold this position for 4-5 seconds and then go to the starting point.


​Malasana or Garland Pose


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Step 1: Stand on your mat with your feet wide apart.

Step 2: Bend your knees and lower your butt to come into a squat position.

Step 3: Bend your elbows to bring the palms together and take your arms inside your knees to press your elbows against your inner knees.

Step 4: Keep your spine neutral, neck straight, and shoulders relaxed.

Step 5: Stay in this pose for 4-5 breaths and then relax.


Balasana or Child's Posegetty

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Step 1: Kneel on the yoga mat with the base of your feet facing upward. Your toes should be together and your knees slightly apart from each other. You can put both your hands on your sides.

Step 2: Breathe out and lower your torso forward, resting your belly on your thighs. Your head should touch the mat.

Step 3: Stretch both of your hands in front of you to touch the mat.

Step 4: Breathe in and out for 4-5 seconds while holding this position and then come back to the starting position.

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  1. Pawanmuktasana
    Precautions And Contraindications
    This asana must be avoided if you have had an abdominal surgery recently.
    This asana must not be practiced by pregnant women

    Malasana Contraindications
    After Running,Weak Lower Back,Knee or Ankle Ligament Tear,Pregnancy,Injury to knees or ankles.

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