Yoga Poses for Digestion !

9 yoga Poses for Digestion

There’s growing interest in finding natural remedies for digestive problems through yoga and gentle movement. Here are 9 yoga poses that may help with general digestion or other specific digestive issues.

1. Seated Side Bend Or Parsva Sukhasana-

This is a great beginner move for people looking to stretch their obliques, belly muscles, lower and upper back, and shoulders. The gentle stretch may help alleviate bloating and gas and support general digestion.

2. Seated Twist Or Ardha Matsyendrasana-

The twisting motion of this move is thought to promote bowel regularity by aiding the small and large intestine in peristalsis. This yoga move may also help alleviate bloating.

3. Supine Spinal Twist Or Supta Matsyendrasana-

Supine Spinal Twist Pose is great for stretching the lower back and increasing spinal mobility. People believe it alleviates constipation and bloating and supports general digestion.

4. Knees to Chest Or Apanasana-

Knees to Chest is a gentle movement that can be relaxing and relieve lower back strain. Proponents say it gently massages the large intestine to promote bowel movements.

5. Cat-Cow Or Marjaryasana-Bitilasana-

Cat-Cow Pose transitions between two classic yoga positions: Cat Pose and Cow Pose. Together, they can stretch your back and belly muscles.

6. Cobra Pose  Or Bhujangasana-

Cobra Pose mimics a cobra in its upright position. It helps stretch your belly muscles and improve posture, and proponents say it supports general digestion.

7. Bow Pose or Dhanurasana -

Bow Pose mimics the shape of an archer’s bow. It stretches your back, and proponents say it aids digestion and constipation and alleviates menstrual cramps. 

8. Belly Twist Or Jathara Parivartanasana-

This is a simple twist that people believe supports digestion by increasing circulation and promoting gut peristalsis.

9. Corpse Pose Or Shavasana-                                                                       

You’d usually perform the Corpse Pose at the end of a yoga session. It is designed to allow you to achieve true relaxation through controlled breathing and meditation.

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