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YOGA : THE WAY TO HEALTH
Benefits of Breathing & Basic Postures
1. ALTERNATE NOSTRIL BREATHING. This balances the flow of energy through both the
nostrils, making the mind calm and balanced.
2. SHOULDERSTAND. It strengthens and balances thyroid function. The thyroid regulates the body’s metabolism and heat production, and controls the heart rate. It promotes protein synthesis, and proper growth of the muscle and bone tissues.
3. PLOUGH. Increases flexibility of the neck and the spine. Nourishes the spinal nerves, relieves indigestion ,constipation and helps insomnia.
4. BRIDGE. Strengthens the abdominal and lumbar regions. Regulates the liver and spleen, enhancing digestion of fats, storage and production of glucose.
5. FISH. Increases lung capacity, relieves spasm in the bronchial tubes and relieves asthma. Stimulates pituitary and pineal glands.
6. FORWARD BEND. Tones the digestive organs and improves digestion. Regulates pancreatic functions which control carbohydrate metabolism, blood sugar levels, making it helpful for diabetes patients.
7. COBRA. Rejuvenates spinal nerves and muscles. Relieves back pain and lumbago. Strengthens back and abdominal muscles. For women it tones the ovaries and the uterus and relieves menstrual disorders.
8. LOCUST. Increases digestive fire and regulates intestinal functions. Massages pancreas, liver and kidneys. Relieves back pain and sciatica. Brings an increased blood supply to the neck and throat region.
9. BOW. Massages the digestive system. Removes constipation and helps to reduce fat, energize digestion and invigorates the appetite. Helps hunchback, rheumatism of the legs, knee joints and hands.
10 BOUND ANGLE. Keeps the kidneys, ovaries and prostrate gland in a healthy condition. Corrects irregular menstruation.
11. HALF SPINAL TWIST. Spinal nerves and sympathetic nervous system are toned and given a fresh supply of blood, which stimulates release of glucose from the liver, aids circulation and releases toxins in the digestive system.
12. TRIANGLE. Keeps the spine elastic and supple. Increases peristalsis of the digestive tract. Keeps the hips and legs flexible.
Regular practice of these postures enhances the nervous, circulatory, respiratory, digestive and muscular systems. Stress is eliminated and the mind becomes tranquil and clear.