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World Hepatitis Day: Yoga poses for a healthy liver

Yoga promotes overall health and well-being. There are certain asanas that are especially beneficial for the health of your liver. Read on to know more about these asanas.

Yoga Poses

Yoga For Liver Health

A healthy liver is important for a healthy body. This is the most important organ and it plays an important role in digestion and overall health. It also prevents toxins from entering the bloodstream and is the storehouse for vitamins and iron. It is important that we take proper care of this organ. A healthy diet will go a long way in keeping your liver healthy. Exercise too plays an important role here. And, of course, there are certain yoga poses that are especially good for liver health. Here, we tell you about the different yoga poses for a healthy liver. Practise these poses daily. It will help you unclog and detoxify the liver. Read on to know more about the yoga poses for a healthy liver.

Kapalbhati Pranayama

Kapalbhati Pranayama: This is a breathing exercise that is effective against liver diseases like hepatitis, cirrhosis and jaundice. Kapalbhati is also good for the spleen. How to perform this asana: Sit cross-legged on the floor. Inhale deeply and breathe out forcefully through your nostrils. Do it every day for 15 minutes. Also Read - Summer vacation isn’t just fun: Here's why it matters for your child’s brain development

Ardha-matsyendrasana

Ardha Matsyendrasana: This is very good for liver diseases caused by fibrosis, apotheosis, inflammation and stress. How to perform this asana: Sit cross-legged on the floor by crossing your left foot over the right one. Raise knees above the surface. Move your right hand over your left leg and hold your left foot. Press your left leg gently against your abdomen, turning your head to the right side.

Gomukhasana

Gomukhasana: This asana is also known as the cow face pose and is very effective in the treatment of cirrhosis. It stimulates the liver and ensure better circulation of oxygen and blood through it. How to perform this asana: Squat on the floor with one leg crossed over the other. Allow your spine to stretch out. Place your hands on your back with one over your shoulder and the other over your rib area. Clasp your hands at the back and hold the pose. Also Read - Parkinsonism and vision problems: Hidden eye symptoms that can impact daily life and quality of living

Dhanurasana

Dhanurasana or bow pose is very beneficial for people with type 2 diabetes.