Priyanka Tiwari
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Welcome to health and well-being world. A super trendy topic – *health issues concerning kidneys* and yoga! With *modernisation* taking the forefront in daily life and diets evolving, the medical phenomenon of kidney disorders like infections, stones, or even complete renal failure have become alarmingly prevalent and commonplace. However, practicing yoga can serve as an effective holistic solution to prevent and lessen the chances of stone formation and infections while maintaining overall kidney health.
Everyone has come across at least once the mention of yoga improving blood circulation and its positive effects on different organs individually and collectively (for the body as a whole). In addition to boosting kidney functionality, yoga complements the blood flow, which is extremely beneficial for the cleansing and overall operational functioning of the kidney. Hence, in this article, we would like to cover some yoga poses that are highly suggested for effective kidney health.
*Starting off will be cobra pose* – *Bhujangasana*.
Cobra pose is functional when it comes to the kidneys as it reinforces the muscles of the abdomen and back. Moreover, the abdominal and back muscle, enables the kidneys to circulate blood, permitting the detox process to take place.
Virabhadrasana: Warrior Pose
- With this pose, there will be an increase in circulation through the kidneys and throughout the rest of the body. This helps in cleansing the kidneys, thus reducing the risk of kidney stones.
Pavanamuktasana: Wind-Relieving Pose
- This pose allows the stomach and intestines to be calmed and also allows the muscles surrounding the kidneys to relax. The asana assists in improving kidney function by facilitating the removal of blockages and inflammation of the kidneys.
Urdhva Muktasana: Upward Facing Dog
- This position helps one’s upper body become stronger and increases flexibility in the stomach, kidneys, and back. The asana facilitates blood flow to the kidneys which lowers the chances of infection or stone build up in the organ.
Paschimottanasana: Seated Forward Bend
- This pose is good the the stimulation of the kidneys. The blood flow in the kidneys tends to increase while doing it, which helps in cleaning the kidney and perfoming its functions. This asana also works wonders for the body in terms of de-stressing it.
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