International Yoga Day: Improve digestion with these 9 yoga poses
Parsva Sukhasana (Seated Side Bend)This is a great beginner move for people looking to stretch their obliques, belly muscles, lower and upper back, and shoulders. It helps alleviate bloating and gas and supports general digestion.
Ardha Matsyendrasana (Seated Twist)The twisting motion of this move promotes bowel regularity by aiding the small and large intestines in peristalsis.
Supta Matsyendrasana (Supine Spinal Twist)This pose is great for stretching the lower back and increasing spinal mobility. It is believed that it alleviates constipation and bloating and supports general digestion.
Apanasana (Knees to Chest)The knee-to-chest pose is a gentle movement that is relaxing and can relieve lower back strain. This position massages the large intestine to promote bowel movements.
Marjaryasana-Bitilasana (Cat-Cow)The pose stretches your back and belly muscles. It improves circulation and gently massages your organs to promote gut peristalsis.
Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose)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.
Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)This pose is inspired by the shape of an archer’s bow. It stretches your back and aids digestion and constipation.
Jathara Parivartanasana (Belly Twist)This is a simple twist that supports digestion by increasing circulation and promoting gut peristalsis.
Mandukasana (Frog Pose)Also called the Frog Pose, it uses compression to stimulate the digestive system.