A healthy digestive system is very important for your physical & mental health. To strengthen the system, it is necessary to strengthen & rebalance the digestive processes. Throughout the day, one keeps eating or munching something or the other & stomach being used like a dustbin. Thus the stomach has to over work for digestion. It often leads to indigestion. Undigested food ferments in the stomach & this would often lead to many diseases.
WHAT IS DIGESTIVE BREATHING
Digestive breathing is one of the ways, which not only gives rest to the digestive system but also to the mind. Normally whenever one takes heavy food, one feels sleepy because all the blood supply goes to the abdomen & there is less blood supply in the brain. At that time, if you do digestive breathing for 15-20 minutes, the working capacity of the various glands connected to digestion process increases & adds digestive power. It also has a calming effect on the nerves, which in turn relaxes your digestive system thus making it more effective.
UNDERSTAND YOUR DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
The digestive system is a process, which starts immediately in the mouth where saliva gets mixed with the food. This saliva is a digestive juice & helps in digestion of food. Soft & moist food goes down into the food canal by a Pranic force called Pran Vayu. The food canal is connected to our stomach. In the stomach, the food undergoes many chemical changes. This is the upper digestive tract area. Disorders of this area results in hyper or hypoacidity, gastric, belching, wind, indigestion etc.
The stomach is connected to the small intestine. The whole small intestinal area is the middle digestive tract. The function of this area is to absorb and assimilate the digested matter into the blood stream. A Pranic force called Samana Vayu, which circulates between the navel and the heart, controls this process. This force also controls the temperature and metabolic rate of the body. In this middle tract area, other than small intestine, major organs like the liver and the pancreas are located. Therefore, disorder in this area causes liver disease, imbalance of insulin secretion, which results in diabetes and gastro-enteritis.
At the end of the small intestine, there is ileocecal valve connecting to the large intestine. This is the lower tract area from the navel region to the perineum. This area is governed by the Apana Vayu. When food is churned completely, this valve opens automatically & the food is transferred to the small intestine. In the intestines, it gets mixed with several other juices, which help in its digestion. The small intestine takes out the digested food elements & absorbs them in its walls. Acute diseases like constipation, diarrhea, dysentery, appendicitis, colitis etc are the results of mal-functioning of lower digestive tract.
The food juices absorbed by the intestines go to the liver & waste material passes over to large intestine where the water is absorbed and the waste is thrown out by defecation. The liver makes blood from extracted food juice & sends the blood to the heart. The other dirty liquid is sent to the kidneys. The kidneys purify it & send the uric acid to the bladder, from where it comes out in the form of urine.
HOW TO ENERGIZE THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM / SOLAR PLEXUS
In Kundalini Yoga, the digestive organs, glands & the solar plexus of nerves represent solar energy or inner fire. Fire converts matter to energy in the form of light and heat. Just as the Sun is the source of life, energy & heat in our Solar System, same way the Solar Plexus is the inner battery for our physical body. If it is strong and charged, you have courage, confidence and the drive to follow your dreams. If the inner fire is slow, you start getting problems, which influence the nervous, digestive & immune systems. There is a close relationship between this energy and all the digestive disorders. To keep the physical & emotional body energetic, you must energize the Solar Plexus by diaphragming breathing. The diaphragm allows you to breathe deeply and let go of tension & stress. It has a direct effect on Solar Plexus.
TECHNIQUE FOR DIGESTIVE BREATHING
To start, lie down in Shavasna….relaxing the whole body…keep breathing about 11 breaths (inhale & exhale) to relax the internal organs of the stomach… then turn to left side gently….. fold the knees… place your left hand under the head…right hand on the right leg…or you can adjust your posture the way you want to…lying down in this position, inhale & exhale 21 times consciously & count the numbers mentally…. When you lie down on the left side, the stomach gets compressed to the floor & internal massage is happening inside the abdomen which helps in digestion because the shape of the stomach is in ‘C’ shape. Now come on the back & lie down in Shavasana…In this position, do breathing again mentally 21 times…..then turn to the right side & repeat the breathing 21 times... In the end, slowly turn to left side & breathe 7 times. Then slowly sit up. You’ll feel very light & relaxed.
WHAT HAPPENS INSIDE THE BODY
When you lie down & do breathing consciously, you are increasing the Pran Shakti. Prana is an energy within the sukshma sharira or subtle body that gives rise to and activates the physical body or gross body. We have 72,000 subtle channels through which prana flows. The dominant flow of prana occurs within the ida and pingala nadis. Between these nadis lies the shushumna nadi, the ‘central’ channel that is located along the spinal axis of the body. When you lie to the left side, Pingala Nadi gets activated. It means flow of prana is more in the right nostril. It indicates that vital energy is dominant & is producing heat for digestion. When you lie straight on the back, you are energizing the spine & balancing the flow of the other two channels. That time the third nadi- Sushumna is stimulated. It is located at the base of the spine & it travels directly up through the spinal cord. When you lie to right side, Ida Nadi gets activated & the flow of prana is more in the left nostril. It indicates mental energy, coolness & relaxation. To recharge the body again you come back to left side. The co-ordination of these three Nadis gives health, strength, mental peace and long life - and clears the way for the spiritual growth.
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Saturday, January 24, 2009
Saturday, January 17, 2009
COMBAT ASTHMA WITH YOGA
Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which involves a severe narrowing of the bronchial tubes (bronchi). These tubes lead from the windpipe called the trachea into the lungs and carry the oxygen we breathe in to all parts of the lungs and provide a path for the carbon dioxide to escape up the trachea when we breathe out. This narrowing of the bronchi causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness and coughing. Many things trigger asthma. The main amongst those are stress, anxiety, allergies, sedentary life style and genetics.
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
Our respiratory system is the system we use to breathe. It supplies the blood with oxygen to all parts of the body through breathing. It is divided into the upper and lower respiratory tracts. The upper respiratory tract includes the nose or nostrils, nasal cavity, mouth, throat (pharynx), and voice box (larynx). The lower respiratory tract include the windpipe (trachea) and within the lungs, the bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli. The diaphragm is a large, dome-shaped muscle, which is located below the lungs, is the major muscle of respiration. Upon inhalation, the diaphragm contracts and creates a vacuum, which pulls air into the lungs. Upon exhalation, the diaphragm relaxes and air is forced out of the lungs. The intercostals (between the ribs) and abdominal muscles are other important respiratory muscles
YOGIC TREATMENT
Asthma is not a permanent disease. It can be cured by self-management. If you include Yogasanas, Pranayamas, Relaxation techniques & Shuddhi Kriyas in your daily life, you’ll have corrective, curative and strengthening effects on the condition of the lungs and the bronchial linings as these increase the lung’s airflow, air capacity, stamina and efficiency & balance the immune system.
YOGASANAS
Suryanamaskara, Matsyasana, Bhujangasana, Dhanurasana, Ushtrasana & Shavasana are some of the Yoga poses that keep Asthma in check. By practicing these Asanas lungs become wider, thereby the bronchial tubes, breathing system and air vessels gain more capacity and become active. Below is a technique for Shavasna.
SHAVASANA
Gently lie down on your back in Shavasana posture, keep the legs apart about three to four inches, turn the toes in the outer direction, arms are a little away from the body, palms up. Close the eyes & keep the whole body relaxed.
TECHNIQUE
Begin by listening to the heartbeats, remain a witness of the surrounding atmosphere and finally remain a witness only of the breath, which you inhale and exhale. Witness its speed and condition. Try not to be hasty at all and inhale as well as exhale very gradually. Be as slow as possible in your exhalation and inhalation. Now begin to deepen your breath consciously. While inhaling let the abdomen rise to its limit and while exhaling let it fall completely. Notice each breath. Practice 27 times. One inhalation & one exhalation is counted as one time. After that just visualize your whole body becoming healthy, happy, relaxed & you will feel peace all around. Whenever you feel like, turn to left side & sit up as slow as possible.
PRANAYAMA
Pranayama does the internal purification. Asthma is defined as shortness of breath but by consistent practice of Pranayama, you can lengthen the breath, & relax the chest muscles, which contract and remain tense during and after asthma attacks. Not only that, you can reduce the intensity of attacks as well as decrease medication. Ujjai, Kapalbhatti, Bhastrika, Omkar,Anulome- Vilome are some of the breathing exercises that could ease you during an attack.
BENEFITS OF PRANAYAMA
By chanting of Omkar, circulation of blood increases thereby increasing the capacity of lungs. One can chant Omkar any time for 5 -15 minutes. It has no side effects.
By the practice of Ujjai Pranayama, breathing capacity is increased right from entry to the mouth, down to the breathing pipe till it subdivides on both sides in both lungs. Ujjai Pranayama is like doing gargle with salt and hot water for the sore throat. Do twenty repetitions of Ujjai Pranayama, 3 to 4 times in a day & it will make us free of the disease.
Kapalbhati is not a Pranayama but it is a process ( Kriya ). This process is meant only for the cleaning of the body and hence its efficacy is wonderful. Whenever the proportion of esnophils count increases in the blood, Ujjai and Kapalbhati help the patient in a wonderful manner.
Bhastrika Pranayama increases the working capacity of lungs and provides energy to a great extent. Complete system, starting from the nose, complete trachea and deep upto the end of lungs right upto diaphragm becomes stronger & diseaseless. To start with, you can begin with breathing in and breathing out 20 to 40 times. Gradually you can increase and take it to 150 to 200 breaths at a time.
Anulome-Vilome brings relaxation & balance in the flow of the breath.
SHUDHI KRIYAS
Jalaneti, Sutraneti and Kunjal Kriyas are for cleanliness and efficiency of the passages of the nose, of the upper digestive system (pharynx, esophagus, stomach) as well as the respiratory system (pharynx, trachea, bronchi). The act of contractions opens up the thorax area and improves the blood supply to the entire stomach area as well as the upper respiratory tract.
DIET
Have light & easily digestible diet. Avoid milk, milk products, rice, curd, banana, sour fruits & fried items. Avoid cold drinks & sudden exposure to cold weather. Drink warm water instead of tea & coffee. The evening meals should be taken at least two hours before going to bed.
NOTE: If you are not sure about the techniques of Yogasanas, Pranayamas & Kriyas, please practise under an expert
If you feel inspired by this article, feel free to publish it in your Newsletter or on your Website. Our humble request is to please include the Resource as follows: Courtesy: Dr. Rita Khanna's Yogashaastra Studio. A popular studio that helps you find natural solutions for complete health and detoxification.Mobile: 09849772485 Ph:-040-65173344 Email: yogashaastra@gmail.com
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
Our respiratory system is the system we use to breathe. It supplies the blood with oxygen to all parts of the body through breathing. It is divided into the upper and lower respiratory tracts. The upper respiratory tract includes the nose or nostrils, nasal cavity, mouth, throat (pharynx), and voice box (larynx). The lower respiratory tract include the windpipe (trachea) and within the lungs, the bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli. The diaphragm is a large, dome-shaped muscle, which is located below the lungs, is the major muscle of respiration. Upon inhalation, the diaphragm contracts and creates a vacuum, which pulls air into the lungs. Upon exhalation, the diaphragm relaxes and air is forced out of the lungs. The intercostals (between the ribs) and abdominal muscles are other important respiratory muscles
YOGIC TREATMENT
Asthma is not a permanent disease. It can be cured by self-management. If you include Yogasanas, Pranayamas, Relaxation techniques & Shuddhi Kriyas in your daily life, you’ll have corrective, curative and strengthening effects on the condition of the lungs and the bronchial linings as these increase the lung’s airflow, air capacity, stamina and efficiency & balance the immune system.
YOGASANAS
Suryanamaskara, Matsyasana, Bhujangasana, Dhanurasana, Ushtrasana & Shavasana are some of the Yoga poses that keep Asthma in check. By practicing these Asanas lungs become wider, thereby the bronchial tubes, breathing system and air vessels gain more capacity and become active. Below is a technique for Shavasna.
SHAVASANA
Gently lie down on your back in Shavasana posture, keep the legs apart about three to four inches, turn the toes in the outer direction, arms are a little away from the body, palms up. Close the eyes & keep the whole body relaxed.
TECHNIQUE
Begin by listening to the heartbeats, remain a witness of the surrounding atmosphere and finally remain a witness only of the breath, which you inhale and exhale. Witness its speed and condition. Try not to be hasty at all and inhale as well as exhale very gradually. Be as slow as possible in your exhalation and inhalation. Now begin to deepen your breath consciously. While inhaling let the abdomen rise to its limit and while exhaling let it fall completely. Notice each breath. Practice 27 times. One inhalation & one exhalation is counted as one time. After that just visualize your whole body becoming healthy, happy, relaxed & you will feel peace all around. Whenever you feel like, turn to left side & sit up as slow as possible.
PRANAYAMA
Pranayama does the internal purification. Asthma is defined as shortness of breath but by consistent practice of Pranayama, you can lengthen the breath, & relax the chest muscles, which contract and remain tense during and after asthma attacks. Not only that, you can reduce the intensity of attacks as well as decrease medication. Ujjai, Kapalbhatti, Bhastrika, Omkar,Anulome- Vilome are some of the breathing exercises that could ease you during an attack.
BENEFITS OF PRANAYAMA
By chanting of Omkar, circulation of blood increases thereby increasing the capacity of lungs. One can chant Omkar any time for 5 -15 minutes. It has no side effects.
By the practice of Ujjai Pranayama, breathing capacity is increased right from entry to the mouth, down to the breathing pipe till it subdivides on both sides in both lungs. Ujjai Pranayama is like doing gargle with salt and hot water for the sore throat. Do twenty repetitions of Ujjai Pranayama, 3 to 4 times in a day & it will make us free of the disease.
Kapalbhati is not a Pranayama but it is a process ( Kriya ). This process is meant only for the cleaning of the body and hence its efficacy is wonderful. Whenever the proportion of esnophils count increases in the blood, Ujjai and Kapalbhati help the patient in a wonderful manner.
Bhastrika Pranayama increases the working capacity of lungs and provides energy to a great extent. Complete system, starting from the nose, complete trachea and deep upto the end of lungs right upto diaphragm becomes stronger & diseaseless. To start with, you can begin with breathing in and breathing out 20 to 40 times. Gradually you can increase and take it to 150 to 200 breaths at a time.
Anulome-Vilome brings relaxation & balance in the flow of the breath.
SHUDHI KRIYAS
Jalaneti, Sutraneti and Kunjal Kriyas are for cleanliness and efficiency of the passages of the nose, of the upper digestive system (pharynx, esophagus, stomach) as well as the respiratory system (pharynx, trachea, bronchi). The act of contractions opens up the thorax area and improves the blood supply to the entire stomach area as well as the upper respiratory tract.
DIET
Have light & easily digestible diet. Avoid milk, milk products, rice, curd, banana, sour fruits & fried items. Avoid cold drinks & sudden exposure to cold weather. Drink warm water instead of tea & coffee. The evening meals should be taken at least two hours before going to bed.
NOTE: If you are not sure about the techniques of Yogasanas, Pranayamas & Kriyas, please practise under an expert
If you feel inspired by this article, feel free to publish it in your Newsletter or on your Website. Our humble request is to please include the Resource as follows: Courtesy: Dr. Rita Khanna's Yogashaastra Studio. A popular studio that helps you find natural solutions for complete health and detoxification.Mobile: 09849772485 Ph:-040-65173344 Email: yogashaastra@gmail.com
Saturday, January 10, 2009
MAKARASANA… THE SOLUTION FOR MANY HEALTH PROBLEMS
Makarasana means Crocodile Pose; hence it assumes the shape of a Crocodile. This simple & beautiful asana is a boon for those with conditions like neck pain, spondylosis, lower back pain, knee pain, sciatica, & the pain due to displacement of the spinal disc. One should practice this Asana for a longer duration as it encourages the vertebral column to resume its normal shape & releases compression of the spinal nerves. In this Asana it is essential that the belly, chest & thighs continue touching the ground fully so that the stomach & the intestines are stimulated. It is useful for digestion, acidity & respiratory problems like asthma. By regular practice of this Asana, a subtle power develops in the body, which brings balance, stability & mind becomes calm and composed. There are various methods of performing this Asana.
TECHNIQUE 1
Lie face down on the abdomen on the mat with legs apart about 2 to 2 ½ feet, toes out to the sides, heels are in facing towards each other. Now form a pillow with the arms by crossing the arms (place your right hand on the left shoulder, left hand on the right shoulder), head and face tilted one side. Abdomen and chest supposed to rest on the ground .Take your mind towards the breath. Breathe in as slow as possible; breathe out as slow as possible. With each inhalation, expand the abdomen & touch it to the ground & with each exhalation relax the abdomen. Remain in this position for 5-10 breaths or as long as you wish. It is a complete relaxation posture.
TECHNIQUE 2
In the second mode of Makarasana, keep both the legs straight & slightly apart, raise the head up & rest the chin on the palms of the hands with the elbows on the floor. If you want to cure upper neck stiffness, move the elbows forward & keep them apart. In this position, the pressure increases on the neck. For the lower back problem, bring the elbows together & closer to the body; the pressure thus moves towards the lower back. For both upper & lower back, adjust your elbows to the position where you can feel the pressure on the neck as well as on the lower back. Do each position with natural breathing. Remain in each position as long as you wish. You could do it with closed eyes, open eyes, while watching TV or talking to someone. With eyes closed, it is a good posture to be in while you introspect.
TECHNIQUE 3
In the third mode, come into the second position. Now from behind, bend alternate knee towards the hips with natural breathing for some time or as long as you wish. Then do the same with both the legs by bringing the feet together as long as you wish before getting up slowly.
If you feel inspired by this article, feel free to publish it in your Newsletter or on your Website. Our humble request is to please include the Resource as follows: Courtesy: Dr. Rita Khanna's Yogashaastra Studio. A popular studio that helps you find natural solutions for complete health and detoxification.Mobile: 09849772485 Ph:-040-65173344 Email: yogashaastra@gmail.com
TECHNIQUE 1
Lie face down on the abdomen on the mat with legs apart about 2 to 2 ½ feet, toes out to the sides, heels are in facing towards each other. Now form a pillow with the arms by crossing the arms (place your right hand on the left shoulder, left hand on the right shoulder), head and face tilted one side. Abdomen and chest supposed to rest on the ground .Take your mind towards the breath. Breathe in as slow as possible; breathe out as slow as possible. With each inhalation, expand the abdomen & touch it to the ground & with each exhalation relax the abdomen. Remain in this position for 5-10 breaths or as long as you wish. It is a complete relaxation posture.
TECHNIQUE 2
In the second mode of Makarasana, keep both the legs straight & slightly apart, raise the head up & rest the chin on the palms of the hands with the elbows on the floor. If you want to cure upper neck stiffness, move the elbows forward & keep them apart. In this position, the pressure increases on the neck. For the lower back problem, bring the elbows together & closer to the body; the pressure thus moves towards the lower back. For both upper & lower back, adjust your elbows to the position where you can feel the pressure on the neck as well as on the lower back. Do each position with natural breathing. Remain in each position as long as you wish. You could do it with closed eyes, open eyes, while watching TV or talking to someone. With eyes closed, it is a good posture to be in while you introspect.
TECHNIQUE 3
In the third mode, come into the second position. Now from behind, bend alternate knee towards the hips with natural breathing for some time or as long as you wish. Then do the same with both the legs by bringing the feet together as long as you wish before getting up slowly.
If you feel inspired by this article, feel free to publish it in your Newsletter or on your Website. Our humble request is to please include the Resource as follows: Courtesy: Dr. Rita Khanna's Yogashaastra Studio. A popular studio that helps you find natural solutions for complete health and detoxification.Mobile: 09849772485 Ph:-040-65173344 Email: yogashaastra@gmail.com
Sunday, January 4, 2009
MANAGE YOUR ALLERGIES NATURALLY…
Sensitivity to certain substances, which causes body reaction, is known as allergy. The word 'allergy' means an altered or abnormal tissue reaction after exposure to an antigen (also called an 'allergen'). Allergies are often associated with weak adrenal, immune and digestive functions. Common allergic reactions are sneezing, watery eyes, running or clogged nose, coughing, eye, nose and throat irritation and conjunctivitis. These reactions are the body’s ways of defending itself against bacteria and viruses. The immune system plays a role in defending the body's defense against microbes and other threats to health but it is also the culprit in the phenomena of allergies & hypersensitivity.
THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
The immune system is a collection of cells (such as B-Cells, T-Cells etc.), chemical messengers (e.g. cytokine) and proteins (such as immunoglobulin) that work together to protect the body from potentially harmful, infectious microorganisms (microscopic life forms) such as bacteria, viruses and fungi. It generates Immunoglobin E or IgE, which attacks the particular allergen that enters the body. When the IgE encounters its allergen, it binds to it and the cell to which the IgE is attached releases histamine, cytokines or leukotrines, or any powerful inflammatory chemical. The allergic reaction occurs if the body tissues are sensitive to the allergen. The allergen may reach the tissues by direct contact with the skin or various mucous membranes of the organs or through the bloodstream after absorption. Almost any part of the body can be affected by allergies.
ALLERGIC REACTIONS
Allergic reactions are caused by a wide range of substances and conditions. These include pollens, dust, cosmetics, animal hair; poisonous plants, serums, vaccines, drugs; physical agents such as heat, cold and sunlight, as well as a variety of foods. The foods that commonly cause allergic reactions are oranges, milk, eggs, wheat, peanuts, fish, chocolates, tomatoes, and strawberries. Stress and heightened negative emotions can also aggravate allergies, which may lead to chronic respiratory illnesses such as asthma and bronchitis.
ADOPT YOGA
Yoga strengthens the body's natural resistance, helps the body block toxic reactions, and strengthens the liver, which boosts the immunity. An ideal life style based on Yoga that helps to remove stress and leads to relaxation, is extremely effective in reducing the allergy symptoms by tempering the immune system's response to the offender.
RECOMMENDED POSES
Sarvangasana, Setu Bandhasana, Yogamudra, Ardh-matsyendrasana, Shavasana.
RECOMMENDED PRANAYAMAS
Kapalbhati Pranayama, Ujjayi Pranayama, Anulome-Vilome (Read my last week article). I recommend that one must learn these Pranayamas from an experienced teacher.
RECOMMENDED DIET
To strengthen the overall physical resistance to every allergy, the body requires a large alkaline reserve for its daily activity. For that, take a glass of warm water with the juice of lemon with two teaspoon of honey first thing in the morning. Before breakfast- a glass of carrot juice. Breakfast- some seasonal fruit, Lunch- Chapattis+ seasonal vegetables + salad & curd / buttermilk. Evening- fruit / fruit juice. Dinner- same as lunch /Dalia.
AVOID
· Tea, coffee, chocolate, cola drinks, alcohol, sugar and products made from it.
· Refined cereals, meat, fish, chicken, tobacco, milk, cheese, butter, smoked and salted pickled foods.
· Foods containing any chemical additives, preservatives and flavourings.
FEW GUIDELINES FOR MANAGING ALLERGY
The best way to prevent having allergic reactions is avoiding what triggers them.
Drink tons of warm water.
Do not eat and drink together. Drink water before half an hour or after half an hour of eating.
To increase the intake of fresh seasonal fruit, take fruit in between meals.
Take plenty of soup.
A salt free diet is the best diet for some time.
Massage, steam bath, and nature cure treatments like Neti will be beneficial.
Hygiene of the whole body must be looked after properly.
Plenty of sleep, adequate rest and fresh air are very beneficial.
Cleansing (overhauling) of the body before the allergy season.
Reduce stress and be cheerful.
If you feel inspired by this article, feel free to publish it in your Newsletter or on your Website. Our humble request is to please include the Resource as follows: Courtesy: Dr. Rita Khanna's Yogashaastra Studio. A popular studio that helps you find natural solutions for complete health and detoxification.Mobile: 09849772485 Ph:-040-65173344 Email: ritukhanna57@hotmail.com
THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
The immune system is a collection of cells (such as B-Cells, T-Cells etc.), chemical messengers (e.g. cytokine) and proteins (such as immunoglobulin) that work together to protect the body from potentially harmful, infectious microorganisms (microscopic life forms) such as bacteria, viruses and fungi. It generates Immunoglobin E or IgE, which attacks the particular allergen that enters the body. When the IgE encounters its allergen, it binds to it and the cell to which the IgE is attached releases histamine, cytokines or leukotrines, or any powerful inflammatory chemical. The allergic reaction occurs if the body tissues are sensitive to the allergen. The allergen may reach the tissues by direct contact with the skin or various mucous membranes of the organs or through the bloodstream after absorption. Almost any part of the body can be affected by allergies.
ALLERGIC REACTIONS
Allergic reactions are caused by a wide range of substances and conditions. These include pollens, dust, cosmetics, animal hair; poisonous plants, serums, vaccines, drugs; physical agents such as heat, cold and sunlight, as well as a variety of foods. The foods that commonly cause allergic reactions are oranges, milk, eggs, wheat, peanuts, fish, chocolates, tomatoes, and strawberries. Stress and heightened negative emotions can also aggravate allergies, which may lead to chronic respiratory illnesses such as asthma and bronchitis.
ADOPT YOGA
Yoga strengthens the body's natural resistance, helps the body block toxic reactions, and strengthens the liver, which boosts the immunity. An ideal life style based on Yoga that helps to remove stress and leads to relaxation, is extremely effective in reducing the allergy symptoms by tempering the immune system's response to the offender.
RECOMMENDED POSES
Sarvangasana, Setu Bandhasana, Yogamudra, Ardh-matsyendrasana, Shavasana.
RECOMMENDED PRANAYAMAS
Kapalbhati Pranayama, Ujjayi Pranayama, Anulome-Vilome (Read my last week article). I recommend that one must learn these Pranayamas from an experienced teacher.
RECOMMENDED DIET
To strengthen the overall physical resistance to every allergy, the body requires a large alkaline reserve for its daily activity. For that, take a glass of warm water with the juice of lemon with two teaspoon of honey first thing in the morning. Before breakfast- a glass of carrot juice. Breakfast- some seasonal fruit, Lunch- Chapattis+ seasonal vegetables + salad & curd / buttermilk. Evening- fruit / fruit juice. Dinner- same as lunch /Dalia.
AVOID
· Tea, coffee, chocolate, cola drinks, alcohol, sugar and products made from it.
· Refined cereals, meat, fish, chicken, tobacco, milk, cheese, butter, smoked and salted pickled foods.
· Foods containing any chemical additives, preservatives and flavourings.
FEW GUIDELINES FOR MANAGING ALLERGY
The best way to prevent having allergic reactions is avoiding what triggers them.
Drink tons of warm water.
Do not eat and drink together. Drink water before half an hour or after half an hour of eating.
To increase the intake of fresh seasonal fruit, take fruit in between meals.
Take plenty of soup.
A salt free diet is the best diet for some time.
Massage, steam bath, and nature cure treatments like Neti will be beneficial.
Hygiene of the whole body must be looked after properly.
Plenty of sleep, adequate rest and fresh air are very beneficial.
Cleansing (overhauling) of the body before the allergy season.
Reduce stress and be cheerful.
If you feel inspired by this article, feel free to publish it in your Newsletter or on your Website. Our humble request is to please include the Resource as follows: Courtesy: Dr. Rita Khanna's Yogashaastra Studio. A popular studio that helps you find natural solutions for complete health and detoxification.Mobile: 09849772485 Ph:-040-65173344 Email: ritukhanna57@hotmail.com
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