In order to stay away from disorders, regular exercise is must. Yoga is another scientific method that helps to achieve the results fast, and it keeps harmful diseases at bay. Today, we will talk about liver diseases and how yoga along with prescribed medicines can help one to heal more effectively.
If liver is infected, then it impacts metabolism and digestive system. To bring back the stamina and depleted digestive capacity, breathing exercises or pranayama in the morning are most useful. Some of the activities are:
• Bhastrika – the bellows breath.
• Full abdominal breathing in shavasana.
• Nadi shodhana with uddiyana, moola and jalandharabandhas.
• Nauli kriya.
Names of Asanas:
Asanas which are helpful to cure liver diseases along with proper diet and medications are Vajrasana, Bhujangasana, mayurasana, shalabhasana, paschimottanasana, matsyendrasana, sarvangasana; dhanurasana, pavanmuktasana and shavasana.
Guidelines While Doing These Asanas:
Generally, yoga is not performed after meals, but Vajrasana is an exception and this is one of the few asanas which can be done after meals. This is known to improve digestion.
End your yoga session with Shavasan.
Always maintain undisturbed flow of breathing while doing yoga.
Nutritional Guidelines:
If you have been diagnosed with Liver Diseases, then keep in mind the following points:
• Incorporate healthy eating habits in your routine.
• Maintain body weight according to your height. If you are overweight, then the pressure will increase on your heart and lungs, which will make breathing difficult. On the other hand, If your weight is less than required, your stamina will decrease and you will feel weak.
• Talk to your doctor and ask him the quantity of daily water intake.
• Reduce the amount of salt in your food, as eating too much salt can cause breathing problems. Also avoid chutney, achaar and papad as far as possible.
• Choose the right foods. Avoid those that can cause acidity and bloated stomach. Eat food in short intervals, rather than eating all at a time. Foods rich in fibre such as vegetables, dried legumes, bran, whole grains, rice, cereals, pasta and fresh fruit aid in digestion by helping your food move more easily through your digestive tract.
