During Diwali, the air quality deteriorates significantly due to burning of stubble and firecrackers. Due to which one has to face many health problems. Pollution has a very bad effect on the lungs. Due to this, one may have to suffer from many dangerous diseases including cough, wheezing, difficulty in breathing. Today we will tell you how you can get rid of this through yoga. If you want to keep the respiratory tract clean due to air pollution, then you can do yoga related to the lungs. Yoga can help clear the respiratory tract and reduce the load of pollutants and microorganisms.
Yoga is a thousands of years old technique. In which there are many asanas and pranayama techniques which can improve lung capacity. Studies have confirmed many benefits of yoga for the lungs and say that controlled breathing during yoga can reduce anxiety. Relaxation can be promoted and more oxygen can get into the blood circulation.
Benefits of doing yoga
Improves lung function: Yoga can improve lung capacity and function. And the waste can help open clogged airways.
Reduces swelling: Yoga can help reduce inflammation and improve immunity.
Promotes relaxation: Yoga can reduce anxiety and promote relaxation.
Increases Oxygen: Yoga can increase the amount of oxygen in your bloodstream.
Some yoga asanas and pranayama techniques that can help deal with pollution include:-
Ustrasana (Camel Pose)
Stretches the chest and throat, and is beneficial for respiratory health
Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose)
Mimics the posture of a cobra with the head raised, and is beneficial for countering the effects of pollution on your respiratory system
Shirshasana (Standing on head)
Reverses the body’s gravity, which promotes better circulation of blood and oxygen to the brain and lungs.
kapalbhati
A rapid breathing exercise that involves exhaling forcefully through the nose.
Anulom Vilom
Also known as alternate nostril breathing, it is a calming pranayama technique
Bhastrika
A fast and powerful breathing technique that involves forceful inhaling and exhaling
Disclaimer: Some information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, you must consult the concerned expert.
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