New Delhi, February 17 (IANS). Hypertension or high blood pressure is a serious problem, which is extremely harmful for the body. It can seriously damage the heart, brain, kidneys and eyes. It gradually becomes dangerous without showing any symptoms, increasing the risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney failure and even blindness. Its timely control is necessary.
According to Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, hypertension is a major health problem, which can be managed naturally and effectively through yoga. Regular yoga practice reduces stress, improves blood circulation and keeps blood pressure under control. Yogasana and pranayam strengthen heart health and work as adjunct therapy along with medicines.
The major yoga exercises suggested by the institute include various asanas and pranayam, which are simple and safe. These can be practiced in the morning on an empty stomach or in the evening. Keep in mind that in serious conditions, consult a doctor and start practicing under the guidance of a yoga expert.
Tadasana:- This is a basic asana done while standing. Stand straight with your legs together, raise your arms with your palms together and feel a complete stretch. It increases blood circulation, improves posture and helps control high blood pressure by reducing stress.
Katichkrasana:- It is a waist twisting posture. For this, stand with your legs spread and rotate your waist left-right. It strengthens the waist muscles, improves digestion and helps in keeping blood pressure balanced by relieving stress.
Vajrasana:- For this, sit on your knees and keep the heels below the buttocks. It strengthens the digestive system, can be done after meals and reduces the symptoms of high blood pressure by keeping the mind calm.
Marjari Asana:- For this, move your back up and down on your hands and legs like a cat. It makes the spine flexible, relieves stress and is effective in managing hypertension by improving blood flow.
Gomukhasana:- For this, sit and place one leg over the other and join hands behind. It opens up the shoulders and chest, improves breathing and helps control blood pressure by reducing stress.
At the same time, Vakrasana is a waist twisting posture while sitting, for which bend one leg and rotate it to the other side. It strengthens the spine, improves digestion and manages high blood pressure by providing mental peace.
For Bhujangasana, lie down on your stomach and raise your chest. It opens the chest, increases lung capacity, reduces stress and is effective in keeping blood pressure balanced.
Along with this, Makarasana, Ardha Halasana, Pawanmuktasana, Shavasana, Nadi Shodhana Pranayam, Bhramari Pranayam also give complete relaxation, relieve stress and are very beneficial for high blood pressure patients. It is also effective in improving digestion by removing gas and stomach problems. This is an important relaxation technique for controlling high blood pressure by calming the mind and body.
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