8 best yoga poses to cure bloating, improve digestive health

Moneycontrol News | May 25, 2024 | Images: Canva

Child's pose (Balasana): In this  comforting pose, gently stretch your  back, hips, and thighs while giving your  belly a little massage. It helps release  tension in the tummy, easing bloating and bringing on a sense of calm

Wind-relieving pose (Pavanamuktasana): As the name suggests, this pose helps release trapped gas and ease bloating. Simply hug one knee into your chest while lying on your back, and feel the pressure ease away as excess gas is released

Seated forward bend (Paschimottanasana):  Sit down and fold your torso forward in this pose to give your belly a nice massage. It stimulates digestion and helps ease bloating by stretching out the tummy

Supine twist (Supta matsyendrasana): Lie  on your back and gently twist your spine to wring out your digestive organs. It promotes detoxification and relieves bloating by releasing trapped gas

Cat-cow pose (Marjaryasana-bitilasana): Move between arching and rounding your back in this dynamic flow to massage your tummy and stimulate digestion. It's great for easing bloating and gas

Bridge pose (Setu bandhasana): Lift your hips and chest off the ground in this pose to stretch your abdomen and improve blood flow to your digestive organs. It promotes digestion and relieves bloating

Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana): Open up your chest and stretch your tummy in this backbend to stimulate digestion and relieve bloating. Feel the pressure ease as you lift your chest and keep your pelvis grounded

Extended triangle pose (Utthita trikonasana): Stretch your body sideways in this standing pose to ease bloating and stimulate digestion. Stretch your torso and reach up towards the sky for relief