Diabetes Yoga
Submitted by Thiruvelan on Wed, 06/23/2010 - 16:46
Diabetes Yoga can effectively support diabetes treatment, by massaging internal organs particularly activating glandular systems responsible for its cause.
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Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand) diabetes yoga
This diabetes yoga is for thyroid & parathyroid glands are located in the neck region, since due to the firm chin-lock in sarvangasana there is increased fresh blood supply to this glands. This ample supply of blood increases their working efficiency. These glands regulate protein, fat and carbohydrate metabolism, affecting how human cells use energetic compounds. They also stimulate vitamin metabolism. The thyroid regulates additional hormones produced by other glands.
- This is a mysterious yoga which gives wonderful benefits. Spread a thick blanket on the floor Lie on the back quite flat.
- Slowly raise the legs. Lift the trunk, hips, and legs quite vertically.
- Support the back with the two hands, one on either side. Rest the elbows on the ground. Press the chin against the chest. Allow the back-shoulder portion and neck to touch the ground closely. Do not allow the body to shake or move to & fro. Keep the legs straight.
When the yoga pose is over, bring the legs down very, very slowly with elegance and not with any jerks. In this yoga the whole weight of the body is thrown on the shoulders. You really stand on the shoulders with the help and support of the elbows. Concentrate on the Thyroid gland which lies on the front lower part of the neck. Retain the breath as long as you can do with comfort, and slowly exhale through the nose.
Caution: Women should not do any inverted poses during menstruation as it reverses blood flow. People suffering from blood pressure, glaucoma, hernias, cardiovascular disease, cervical spondylitis, thrombosis, arteriosclerosis, and kidney problems should not practice headstand. Those suffering from neck injuries should perform this exercise after consulting a yoga teacher, under supervision.
Caution: Women should not do any inverted poses during menstruation as it reverses blood flow. People suffering from blood pressure, glaucoma, hernias, cardiovascular disease, cervical spondylitis, thrombosis, arteriosclerosis, and kidney problems should not practice headstand. Those suffering from neck injuries should perform this exercise after consulting a yoga teacher, under supervision.
Halasana (Plough pose) diabetes yoga
This yoga for diabetes called halasana is best performed after sarvangasana. Halasana massages all the internal organs activate digestion, revitalizes spleen and pancreas (incase of diabetes massages pancreas which will produce more insulin) improves liver and kidney functions. Strengthens the abdominal muscles and also regulates the thyroid and thymus gland. Also rejuvenates the mind.
- Lie on the back with feet together palm close to the body.
- slowly bend your knees & rest thighs on the lower abdomen.
- Exhale & lift hips & thighs to 60 degree & support them with palms.
- Exhale & lift trunk & thighs to a vertical position while support your back with palms.
- If possible slides palms down on the back towards head till chest touches chin.
- keep legs straight. Maintain the pose & breath normally.
- Now release the legs and lower trunk and gently to the floor on the head side,bringing arms upwards under the legs at the same time.
Child pose diabetes yoga
This diabetes yoga exercise called child Pose is a relaxation pose which is used to normalize the circulation after the Head Stand. It also helps relieve stress and fatigue, and calms the brain.
- Kneel and sit on your feet with your heels pointing outward. Your knees should be separated, about the width of your hips.
- Place your forehead on the floor, then swing your arms forward.
- Rest your forehead on the floor, then bring your arms around and to your sides, palms facing upward.
Paschimotasana(forward seated bend) diabetes yoga
This diabetes yoga pose is good for those suffering from diabetes, hyperacidity and migraine. It is known to stimulate the functioning of the internal organs like liver, pancreas and kidney.
- Keep the legs straight and close with out bending the knee. Your hands up and inhale.
- Bend forward and touch your toes slowly releasing the breath.
- Try to maintain the final posture as long as you can, increasing the duration slowly everyday. *Repeat this asana 2-3 times.
Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Spinal Twist) diabetes yoga
Twisting diabetes yoga poses can cleanse and rejuvenate the body. The abdomen and internal organs receive a deep internal message, helping to squeeze out toxins, stimulate digestion and supply organs with fresh circulation upon release. This asana can regulate the secretion of adrenaline and bile and is recommended in the yogic management of diabetes, sinusitis, hay fever, bronchitis, constipation, menstrual disorders and urinary tract disorders. Ardha Matsyendrasana massages the pancreas, kidneys, stomach, small intestines, liver and gall bladder. This region also corresponds to Manipura chakra, a major plexus of nadis- therefore stimulating and unblocking this region enhances the vitality and health of the whole body.
- Kneel and sit on your feet with your heels pointing outward.
- Then sit to the right of your feet, as illustrated.
- Lift your left leg over your right, placing the foot against the outside of the right knee. Bring your right heel in close to your buttocks. Keep the spine erect.
- Stretch your arms out to the sides at shoulder level, and twist around to the left.
- Now bring the right arm down on the outside of the left knee and hold your left foot with your right hand, placing your left hand on the floor behind you. As you exhale, twist as far as possible to the left. Look over the left shoulder.
- And repeat the same with right leg over left bring left arm to hold right foot.
Is yoga safe ?
Yoga has been well tolerated in studies, with few side effects reported in healthy people. Yoga poses that put pressure on the uterus, such as abdominal exercise, should be avoided during pregnancy. People with disc disease, fragile or atherosclerotic neck arteries, a risk of blood clots, extremely high or low blood pressure, glaucoma, retinal detachment, ear problems, severe osteoporosis or cervical spondylitis should avoid some yoga poses. Certain yoga breathing techniques should be avoided in people with heart or lung disease.
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