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How to treat Herniated disc in Ayurveda?
- December 30, 2021
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What is Herniated disc?
- A slipped or herniated disc refers to rupture or damage of the intervertebral disc due to any kind of pressure from the vertebra above and below it. These intervertebral discs acts as protective cushion like pads present between the vertebrae and act as shock absorbers. The most commonly found symptoms of herniated disc include pain, numbness and tingling in the affected area.
- Slipped disc usually occurs in the lumber (lower back) regions, but it may also affect the neck (cervical) and upper back (thoracic region )
What are the Symptoms of a Herniated disc?
Most common symptoms of herniated disc that are noticed among individuals include
- Pain and numbness on the affected area of the body
- Pain may be radiating in nature and may extends to your arms or legs
- Pain that worsens after standing or sitting
- Pain can aggravate at night or while doing certain movements or activities.
- Unexplained muscle weakness
- Tingling sensation, aching, or burning sensations in the affected area
Causes of Herniated disc
Factors which may play a role in causing herniated disc include
- Age – With increased age, the outer ring becomes weak or torn and allows the inner portion to slip out that because of herniated disc.
- Weight lifting– Lifting a very heavy object can put great strain on the lower back, resulting in a slipped disc.
- Overweight– Individuals having more weight are at increased risk for a herniated disc because their discs have to support the additional weight of the body.
- Injury– Any kind of injury that involves spine can lead to herniated disc.
Diagnosis of Herniated disc
Doctor can examine the condition by doing physical examination. Your doctor will take your medical history and ask about your symptoms.
Imaging tests can be helpful to view the bones and muscles of your spine and identify any damaged areas. Examples of imaging scans include:
- X-rays
- CT scans
- MRI scans
Treatment of Herniated disc
- In modern science, treatment can be done through medications or in more severe cases surgery is done.
- Medicines that are used to give symptomatic relief that include
- Pain relievers – like non-steroidal anti- inflammatory drugs
- Nerve tonics
Ayurvedic View of herniated disc
- The most common cause that leads to slipped disc is wear and tear due to increased age. Very rarely, it `occurs due to an injury to the backbone and intervertebral discs.
- As per Ayurveda ,with increased age, there is aggravation of vata occurs, that reduced the quality of body tissues, leads to degeneration of tissues and various other vata disorders. Ayurvedic remedies for slipped disc primarily focus on balancing this aggravated dosha and healing of the body tissues.
Ayurvedic Treatment for Herniated disc
- In Ayurveda treatment is done with the help of panchakarma procedures as well as with medicines.
- Panchkarma procedure involves many procedure like Abhyanaga (local massage) , Swedana ( Steaming), basti (enema ). And other procedures that depends upon the area affected like kati basti , greeva basti etc.
- Snehana & Swedana – These therapies involves the use of medicated oils or decoction through different procedures that widens the channels of body, liquefies ama (toxins) from tissues and mobilises it to the digestive tract. This toxins is then expelled out of the body using panchakarma therapies.
- Snehana & Swedana are considered as best to treat the aggravated vata dosha that relieves the heaviness, stiffness and is used as the main treatment for numerous disorders which makes it an effective therapy for the treatment of slipped disc. This procedure is helpful to reduce the pain and other symptoms related to the disease.
- Abhyanga (oil massage) is one of the commonly used treatments that balances the vitiated vata and strengthens bones, tissues and ligaments. It reduces the pain and enhances the natural healing power of the body
- Basti involves insertion of medicated oil or decoction through the rectal route. That helps in reduction of vata dosha from the root.
Ayurvedic herbs for slipped disc
There are many ayurvedic herbs that are effectively used to improve the overall strength of body. These herbs include
- Shunthi
- Rasna
- Turmeric
- Guduchi
- Guggulu
- Dashmool Dravya
These are the commonly used ayurvedic herbs in herniated disc. These herbs have anti-inflammatory, analgesic, nervine stimulant effect.
Dietary and lifestyle changes for slipped disc patient
Do’s
- Perform breathing and relaxation exercises including yoga asanas like bhujangasana cobra pose), ushtrasana (camel pose) and setu bandhasana (bridge pose).
- Include meditation in your daily schedule.
- Maintain a proper posture while sitting or sleeping and take warm water baths.
Don’ts
- Do not take heavy meals, that are difficult to digest.
- Avoid a sedentary lifestyle.
- Avoid any kind of physical exertion after eating meals.
- Avoid overeating and excessive exposure to cold temperatures.
- Avoid eating chilled foods and cold drinks.
Ayurvedic treatment at Chandigarh Ayurved Centre
- In Modern science, use of medicinal as well as surgical treatment may not give permanent treatment but in Ayurveda you can get the permanent cure from this condition of herniated disc. So you should start treatment with Ayurveda where natural herbs are used that will deal with the root cause of disease.
- Chandigarh Ayurved Centre provides Combination of medications as well as panchakarma procedures for the natural and safe treatment of herniated disc.
Medications that are used to treat herniated disc include
- Back care tablets
- Nerve Up Tablets
- Pain O Kill Tablets
- Pain O Kill Oil
- Panchaskara Churna
- Vata Balance Tablets
Why Choose CAC for treatment?
- Chandigarh Ayurved Centre is providing healthcare services from since 131 years of experience with fourth generation in the field of Ayurveda. Chandigarh Ayurved Centre provides you the most trust worthy services and has the best quality of products. We assure you to provide the best Ayurvedic and panchakarma treatment.
For more details you can visit our website
www.chandigarhayurvedcentre.com
HOW TO MAKE CUCUMBER TOMATO CORN PEANUT SALAD WITH LEMON RECIPE
- December 30, 2021
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DESCRIPTION
- Cucumber Tomato Corn Peanut Salad with Lemon is a quickly tossed Salad recipe people can make this in kitchen without cooking.
- This salad contain all freshly chopped vegetables the nutrients also will remain intact.
- The salad will go well with any kind of main courses such as chapatti, curry, sabzi or even with plain rice and dal.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 Cucumber (chopped)
- 1 Tomato (chopped)
- 1 Onion (chopped)
- 1/2 cup Sweet corn, boiled
- 1 Green Chili (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Roasted Peanuts
- 1 Lemon juice
- Salt
- 2 sprig Coriander (Dhania) Leaves (chopped)
METHOD OF PREPRATION
- To making the Cucumber Tomato Corn Peanut Salad with Lemon Recipe, firstly will chop all the vegetables and keep it ready.
- Heat a sauce pan on medium heat, add the corn along with 1/2 a cup of water boil for 6-8 minutes.
- Off flame, drain water and set the corn aside for time.
- Take cucumber, tomato, onion, corn, green chili, peanuts in a bowl and mix well.
- Then add lemon juice, sprinkle salt and add coriander leaves to the mixture.
- Sprinkle toasted and crushed peanuts and serve.
BENEFITS OF INGRIDENTS PRESENT IN THIS RECIPE
CUCUMBER
- High in Nutrients.
- Cucumbers are low in calories high in vitamins and minerals
- Contains Antioxidants
- Promotes Hydration
- It May Aid in Weight Loss
- Lower Blood Sugar
- Promote Regularity
- Easy to Add in Diet.
PEANUTS
nutritional value
- Calories: 567
- Water: 7%
- Protein: 25.8 grams
- Carbs: 16.1 grams
- Sugar: 4.7 grams
- Fiber: 8.5 grams
- Fat: 49.2 grams
- Saturated: 6.28 grams
- Monounsaturated: 24.43 grams
- Polyunsaturated: 15.56 grams
- Omega-3: 0 grams
- Omega-6: 15.56 grams
- Trans: 0 grams
- Peanuts Are an Excellent Source of Biotin
- May Promote Heart Health
- May Aid Blood Sugar Control
- May Treat Erectile Dysfunction
- May Reduce Cancer Risk
- Contain Same Antioxidants as Red Wine
- Peanuts May Protect against Gallstones
- Peanuts Contain Copper
- Aids in weight loss
- Help to build muscles
- Boost immunity
- Prevent ageing.
TOMATO
Nutrition facts
- Calories: 18
- Water: 95%
- Protein: 0.9 grams
- Carbs: 3.9 grams
- Sugar: 2.6 grams
- Fiber: 1.2 grams
- Fat: 0.2 grams
- Tomatoes are a great source of vitamins
- They protect heart health
- Improve vision
- Boost digestive health
- Help with diabetes management
- Good for the Skin and Hair
- It’s Anti-Carcinogenic
- Good for Bones
- Repairs Damages from Smoking
- It is a Great Anti-Oxidant
- Activates Digestion
- Built Immunity
- Helps to Burn Fat
- Tomatoes are good for kidneys.
CORN
Corn Nutrition value
- Calories: 90
- Protein: 3 grams (g)
- Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugars: 5 g
- Vitamin C: 3.6 milligrams (mg)
- Corn is rich in vitamin C, an antioxidant that helps protect your cells from damage
- The fiber in corn helps you stay full for longer between meals
- Feeds healthy bacteria in digestive tract which protect against colon cancer.
- Prevent diverticulitis
- Corn also has smaller amounts of vitamins B, E, and K, along with minerals like magnesium and potassium
- Corn’s packs whole-grain perks
- It is full of key nutrients
- provides protective antioxidants
- Good for digestion
- Prevents hemorrhoid
- Promotes growth
- Helps in gaining weight
- Provides minerals
- Prevents anemia
- Protects your heart
- Prevents cancer
- It is good for the eyes and skin
- It has cosmetic uses
KHOYA RECIPE
- December 30, 2021
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- Pour the milk in a large thick pan
- Place the pan on the stove top.
- Boil the milk first on a low to medium flame.
- Then lower the flame and simmer the milk.
- Continuously stir the milk is simmering.
- The milk will froth many times while it is being simmered.
- Scraping the milk solids from the sides of pan and add to the milk.
- The milk will continuously to reduce in volume and thicken as it’s simmered on a low flame.
- At one stage it will reach when the reduced milk will resemble rabri.
- Continue to simmer and stir.
- In last stage when the milk has reduced, bubbles bursting in the reduced milk.
- At this point continuously stir otherwise reduced milk will get browned or burnt.
- The bubbles are due to moisture in the milk, if there is no bubbles in the reduced milk, it is time to switch off the flame.
- With the help of spatula, scrape the milk solids from the sides and add these to the bowl.
- Cover the bowl with proper cap and let the khoya cool at room temperature.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF KHOYA
- MAKES BONES STRONG – Khoya is rich in calcium, vitamin D and vitamin K. Vitamin D helps in absorbing calcium, which makes bones strong and Healthy. As well as your Beneficial for the teeth.
- BENEFICIAL FOR THE HEART – Vitamin K present in Khoya improves blood communication. It is not only in normalizing high BP but also maintain the heart rate also.
- STRENGTHENS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM – Vitamin B is present, which is called ribolavin. It helps to strengthen your immunity. Antibodies are necessary to strengthen the immunity, because it keeps people safe from external harmful sources.
- MAKES HAIR STRONG – Khoya is also included in home remedies for dry and lifeless hair. It is a good hair conditioner, which works to increase the length of the hair.
- NECESSARY FOR SKIN – Many people use khoya to clean their skin. Along with removing the dead cells from the lost fat, it also works to increase the brightness in it. Apart from this, it also works to moisturize dry and lifeless skin.
HOME REMEDIES FOR COVID PATIENT
- December 30, 2021
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AT-HOME CORONAVIRUS TREATMENT
- Rest – It can make feel better and may speed up recovery.
- Stay inside the house, do not go for work, school, or public places.
- Plenty of fluids – Lack of fluids can make symptoms worse and cause other health problems.
- Monitor – If symptoms get worse call doctor right away.
They might tell to stay home or may need to take extra steps to protect staff and other patients.
IMMUNITY-BOOSTING SUPERFOODS
- Healthy food is defined as the building blocks to good health of our immune system.
- If people do not eat the essential amounts of nutrients that our body needs, it takes a beating on our immune system.
- The deficiencies of vitamins C and D is the offender behind a weakened immune system and most commonly found in people with infections, including flu and Coronavirus.
- Body can’t function if the immunity system is weakened.
- The important aspect is to add variety and natural color that comes from a variety of food to diet.
- Eat foods that bring together vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and vitamin-D.
Water – Hydration & Immunity
- Cucumbers, watermelon, and celery are high content water foods.
- People can drinking plain water, watermelon, take a cup of green tea with lemon, cucumber or mint-infused water.
- Proper hydration make immune-boosting nutrients to get their place where they need in body.
Citrus Fruits
- Vitamin C is a great immunity builder
- Vitamin C, commonly prescribed by doctors to fight out common cold and flu doctors it helps to build up immune system by increasing the production of white blood cells that fights off infections.
- Get daily dose of Vitamin C from citrus fruits, squeeze oranges, lemons, and limes to meals and salads.
- Body does not produce or store vitamin C, so people need to consume it regularly for continued health.
Dark Chocolate
- Dark chocolate is a great immunity source.
- It contains an antioxidant called theobromine
- antioxidant boost immune system by shielding the body’s cells from free radicals or the molecules produced when the body breaks
- Down food or comes into contact with pollutants.
- Dark chocolate is also high in calories.
Yoghurt/ Curd
- It is a storehouse of probiotics or good bacteria.
- It help in boosting immune function.
- Maintain healthy gut regulation.
- Stimulating immune response to fight diseases.
- Yoghurt is also fortified with Vitamin D
- It can be taken as a snack that is rich in calcium, protein and gut-friendly bacteria.
Amla/ Gooseberry
- Amla has long been used in Indian households.
- Amla is a storehouse of antioxidants.
- Amla is enriched with micronutrients that boost immunity.
- Amla acts as a detoxifying agent removes toxins out from the body.
- It improves heart, eyesight, hair, diabetic conditions.
- Amla has high fiber content that can aid in weight loss.
Red Bell Peppers
- Red bell peppers contain almost 3 times as much vitamin C compared with citrus fruits.
- Red bell pepper is a rich source of beta carotene
- Body convert beta carotene into vitamin A to keep eyes and skin healthy.
Broccoli
- Broccoli is an excellent source for Vitamin C.
- Contains potent antioxidants such as sulforaphane boost immune system health.
- Broccoli is a super food, a storehouse of vitamins A, C, and E, rich in fiber and many other antioxidants.
Dry Fruits and Nuts
- Almonds, dates and walnuts provide essential vitamins and minerals to the body.
- Dry Fruits and Nuts are packed with, riboflavin niacin and vitamin E.
- Dry fruit will help in better stress management.
- Good for elderly and the kids.
Sunflower seeds
- Sunflower seeds rich in phosphorous, magnesium, and vitamins B-6 and E.
- Vitamin E regulating and maintaining immune system function.
- Avocados and dark leafy foods also have high amounts of vitamin E.
- Sunflower seeds are also high in selenium.
Green tea
- green and black tea are rich in flavonoids antioxidant
- Green tea really tops is in its levels of epigallocatechin gallate another powerful antioxidant.
- Studies found that epigallocatechin gallate enhance immune function.
- Green tea is also rich in L-theanine a type of amino acid that produce germ-fighting compounds in T cells.
Papaya
- Papaya is another fruit loaded with vitamin C.
- Presence of digestive enzyme in papaya called papain has anti-inflammatory effects.
- Papayas have decent amounts of potassium, magnesium, and folate which are beneficial for overall health.
Kiwi
- Kiwis are essential nutrients that contain folate, potassium, vitamin K, and vitamin C.
- Kiwi’s other nutrients keep the rest of body functioning properly.
Poultry
- Chicken soup may help lower inflammation, improve symptoms of a cold.
- Chicken and turkey is high in vitamin B-6.
- Vitamin B-6 is important for chemical reactions occur in the body or formation of new and healthy red blood cells.
Zinc
- Immune system cells need zinc to function.
- Zinc is a mineral that body does not store or produce.
- Oysters contain high content of zinc, other may include shellfish (crab, clams, lobster, and mussels), poultry (chicken or turkey), red meat and beans.
- Zinc is also found in fortified cereals and some breads,
- Best absorption of zinc comes from animal-based foods.
Ginger
- Ginger possess anti-inflammatory properties.
- Soothe throat, treat nausea and decrease inflammation
- Ginger contain gingerol decrease chronic pain and might even possess cholesterol-lowering properties.
Dark Green Leafy Veggies
- Add spinach, broccoli and green leafy vegetable in diet.
- These are excellent sources of vitamins A, C and E, folate, antioxidants and fiber.
- Dark Green Veggies are super foods that are rich in antioxidant action helping with cell function as well as development.
- Spinach, sprouts are healthiest when they are undercooked to retain its nutrients making them easier to absorb vitamin A, and other nutrients.
Indian Spices
- These superfoods include immunity-boosting spices like asafoetida (hing), turmeric, cloves, pepper, mustard, fenugreek (methi), cinnamon, coriander, turmeric, and curry leaves.
- These spices help into digestion, preventing instances of gastroenteritis, and may flush out sinus infection.
- The whole spices is full of antioxidants which help in boosting digestion and fighting inflammation in the body
Turmeric
- Turmeric is a strong flu-fighter
- it has anti-inflammatory properties
- act as an immunity enhancers
- Protect the body against viral infections.
- Drink Haldi Doodh at night.
- Take haldi-ghee-pepper-jaggery balls once a day daily.
Kasuri Methi (Fenugreek)
- It is also a wonderful source of fiber
- Decrease cholesterol and body inflammation.
- It keeps the digestion happy
- Essential for good immunity while keeping blood sugar in check.
- Keeping our immunity optimum.
- Full of antioxidants and fights bloating and flatulence.
Coriander Powder
- Dhaniya powder is very good for relieving flatulence
- Help in better digestion and facilitating better bowel movement.
- Coriander powder maintain good gut health and help in faster recovery from an infection.
Black pepper
- It is an antioxidant rich and possess antibacterial properties.
- It contributes to overall wellness tremendously.
- It also has vitamin C enriches which naturally boosts immunity and works as an excellent antibiotic.
FAT BURNING DIET CHART
- December 30, 2021
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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SUNDAY | |
BREAKFAST (8:00-8:30AM) | 3 egg whites + 1 toasted brown bread + 1/2 cup low fat milk (no sugar) |
MID-MEAL (11:00-11:30AM) | 1 cup papaya |
LUNCH (2:00-2:30PM) | 1 cup arhar dal + 1 chapatti + 1/2 cup low fat curd + salad |
EVENING (4:00-4:30PM) | 1 cup vegetable soup |
DINNER (8:00-8:30PM) | 1 cup pumpkin + 1 chapatti + salad |
MONDAY | |
BREAKFAST (8:00-8:30AM) | 1 onion stuffed chapatti + 1/2 cup low fat curd |
MID-MEAL (11:00-11:30AM) | 1 cup coconut water |
LUNCH (2:00-2:30PM) | 1 cup moong dal/ chicken curry + 1 chapatti + salad |
EVENING (4:00-4:30PM) | 1 cup pomegranate |
DINNER (8:00-8:30PM) | 1 cup beans + 1 chapatti + salad |
TUESDAY | |
BREAKFAST (8:00-8:30AM) | 2 besan cheela + 1/2 cup low fat curd |
MID-MEAL (11:00-11:30AM) | 1 apple |
LUNCH (2:00-2:30PM) | 1 cup masoor dal + 1 chapatti + 1/2 up low fat curd + salad |
EVENING (4:00-4:30PM) | 1 cup tomato soup |
DINNER (8:00-8:30PM) | 1 cup carrot peas vegetable +1 chapatti + salad |
WEDNESDAY | |
BREAKFAST (8:00-8:30AM) | 1 cup vegetable brown bread upma + 1/2 cup low fat milk (no sugar) |
MID-MEAL (11:00-11:30AM) | 1 cup musk melon |
LUNCH (2:00-2:30PM) | 1 cup rajma curry + 1 chapatti + salad |
EVENING (4:00-4:30PM) | 1 cup vegetable soup |
DINNER (8:00-8:30PM) | 1 cup parwal vegetable + 1 chapatti + salad |
THURSDAY | |
BREAKFAST (8:00-8:30AM) | 1 cucumber hung curd sandwich + 1/2 tsp. green chutney + 1 orange |
MID-MEAL (11:00-11:30AM) | 1 cup buttermilk |
LUNCH (2:00-2:30PM) | 1 cup white Chana/ fish curry + 1 chapatti + salad |
EVENING (4:00-4:30PM) | 1 cup low fat milk (no sugar) |
DINNER (8:00-8:30PM) | 1 cup cauliflower vegetable + 1 chapatti + salad |
FRIDAY | |
BREAKFAST (8:00-8:30AM) | 1 cup vegetable poha + 1 cup low fat curd |
MID-MEAL (11:00-11:30AM) | 1 cup watermelon |
LUNCH (2:00-2:30PM) | 1 cup Chana dal + 1 chapatti + salad |
EVENING (4:00-4:30PM) | 1 cup sprouts salad |
DINNER (8:00-8:30PM) | 1 cup tinda vegetable + 1 chapatti + salad |
SATURDAY | |
BREAKFAST (8:00-8:30AM) | 1 cup low fat milk with oats + 3-4 strawberries |
MID-MEAL (11:00-11:30AM) | 1 cup coconut water |
LUNCH (2:00-2:30PM) | 1 cup soybean curry + 1 chapatti + 1/2 cup low fat curd + salad |
EVENING (4:00-4:30PM) | 1 cup fruit salad |
DINNER (8:00-8:30PM) | 1 cup ghia vegetable + 1 chapatti + salad |
BENEFITS OF HEALTHY FOOD
- December 30, 2021
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BENEFITS OF HEALTHY EATING FOR ADULTS
- May help you live longer
- Keeps skin, teeth, and eyes healthy
- Supports muscles
- Boosts immunity
- Strengthens bones
- Lowers the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancers
- Supports healthy pregnancies and breastfeeding
- Helps the digestive system function
- Helps achieve and maintain a healthy weight
BENEFITS OF HEALTHY EATING FOR CHILDREN
- Keeps skin, teeth, and eyes healthy
- Supports muscles
- Helps achieve and maintain a healthy weight
- Strengthens bones
- Supports brain development
- Supports healthy growth
- Boosts immunity
- Helps the digestive system function.
FOOD FOR GOOD HEALTH
Healthy food include:
Apples
Apple high in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants.
They are very filling and perfect between meals when people hungry.
Avocados
Avocados are loaded with healthy fats
they creamy and tasty.
High in fiber, potassium, and vitamin C.
Bananas
Bananas are rich source of potassium.
Banana are rich in vitamin B6 and fiber
Blueberries
Blueberries are most powerful sources of antioxidants.
May help prevent heart disease, regulate blood sugar, maintain eye health, and alleviate gastrointestinal issues.
Oranges
Oranges are overload with vitamin C content.
They are high in fiber and antioxidants.
Strawberries
Strawberries are highly nutritious
low in carbs and calories.
Loaded with vitamin C, fiber, and manganese.
Eggs
Eggs are highly nutritious.
They were high in cholesterol
new studies show that they are perfectly safe and healthy for people.
Lean beef
Lean beef is the best sources of protein
Loaded with highly bioavailable iron.
Chicken breasts
it is low in fat and calories
high in protein.
Great source of nutrients.
Lamb
Lambs are usually grass-fed.
Their meat high in omega-3 fatty acids.
Almonds
Almonds loaded with vitamin E, antioxidants, magnesium, and fiber.
Some studies show that almonds can help to lose weight and improve metabolic health.
Chia seeds
Chia seeds are among the most nutrient-dense foods.
It is rich in fiber.
Contain significant amounts of magnesium, manganese, calcium, and various other nutrients.
Coconuts
Coconuts are loaded with fiber and fatty acids.
Macadamia nuts
Macadamia nuts are very tasty.
They are much higher in monounsaturated fats
lower in omega-6 fatty acids.
Walnuts
Walnuts are highly nutritious
loaded with fiber and various vitamins and minerals.
Asparagus
Asparagus is a popular vegetable.
Low in carbs and calories
loaded with vitamin K.
Bell peppers
Bell peppers has several colors including red, yellow, and green.
They are crunchy and sweet in taste.
Great source of antioxidants and vitamin C.
Broccoli
it is an excellent source of fiber, vitamins C and K
it contains a dressed amount of protein compared with other vegetables.
Carrots
Carrots are a popular root vegetable.
Loaded with nutrients like fiber and vitamin K.
Carrots are high in carotene antioxidants which have numerous benefits.
Cauliflower
Cauliflower is a very versatile cruciferous vegetable.
It can be used to make a multiple healthy dishes.
Cucumber
Cucumbers are most popular vegetables.
They are low in carbs and calories.
Contain number of nutrients in small amounts including vitamin K.
Garlic
Garlic is incredibly healthy.
It contains bioactive organ sulfur compounds
improved immune function.
Onions
Onions have a very strong flavor and very popular.
They contain a number of bioactive compounds that provide many health benefits.
Tomatoes
Tomatoes are usually categorized as a vegetable but they are fruit.
They are loaded with potassium and vitamin C.
Fish and seafood
Fish and seafood are healthy and nutritious.
Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and iodine.
Salmon
Salmon is a type of oily fish
it has excellent taste and contain high amount of nutrients including protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
It also contains some vitamin D.
Sardines
Sardines are small, oily fish that are among the most nutritious foods people can eat.
They boast sizable amounts of most nutrients that body needs.
Shellfish
Edible shellfish include clams, mollusks, and oysters.
Shrimp
Shrimp is a type of crabs and lobsters.
Low in fat and calories, high in protein.
Loaded with various other nutrients like selenium and vitamin B12.
Trou
Trout is delicious freshwater fish, similar to salmon.
Tuna
it is low in fat and calories t
rich in protein.
It is perfect for people who need more protein to their diets but keep calories low.
Brown rice
Brown rice is highly nutritious
high in fiber, vitamin B1, and magnesium.
Oats
Oats are incredibly healthy food.
Loaded with nutrients and powerful fibers called beta glucans which provide numerous health benefits.
Quinoa
it is a tasty grain
high in nutrients such as fiber and magnesium.
Excellent source of plant-based protein.
Why Heart Attack Is Common in Winters?
- December 29, 2021
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Heart attack can happen in any season and at any time. However, it has been noted that most of the cases of heart attack occur during winters.
Do you know what is the reason for this and how can it be avoided?
Heart patients do not go for a walk in the early morning, heart attacks are most common during winters.
As the winter season approaches, people try to take care of their beauty and does lot of things, but often the increased risk for the heart, the most functioning organ of the body, is ignored.
It should be noted that most deaths in the world are due to heart disease and winters bring not only chills but also the highest risk of heart attack.
Heart attack has become a common condition nowadays, which can not only injure our heart in a serious way but can also causes death. A heart attack can occur when there is a blockage in the natural flow of blood to our heart muscles.
What is the reason for heart attack in winter?
Heart attack cases increase every year during the winter season. In such a situation, doctors issue advisory for heart patients as soon as winter comes.
In winter, patients and their families should be more alert to the symptoms.
When does heart failure happen?
Doctors said that the condition of heart failure occurs when the heart is not able to pump enough blood to meet the needs of oxygen and nutrients as per the requirement of the body. Because of this, the heart becomes weak or the heart muscles become stiff over time.
Read Also: Heart Blockage
How does heart failure happen?
According to doctors, ‘The temperature decreases during the cold season, due to which the blood vessels shrink. This blocks the circulation of blood in the body. This reduces the amount of oxygen reaching the heart, which means that the heart has to work extra hard to deliver blood and oxygen to the body. For this reason, the risk of heart failure patients being hospitalized increases during the cold season.
RISK FACTORS
Risk factors for heart failure which are as follows-
High blood pressure:
- Cold weather can have an effect on bodily function, as the sympathetic nervous system (which helps control the physiological response to stress) may be activated and the catecholamine hormone may be released.
- This can result in high blood pressure with increased heart rate and decreased responsiveness of blood vessels, forcing the heart to do extra work.
- For this reason, heart failure patients may have to be hospitalized.
Air Pollution:
- Cold weather, haze and pollutants tend to settle closer to the ground, increasing the risk of chest infection and breathing problems.
- Heart failure patients usually experience shortness of breath and pollutants can make those symptoms more severe, which can lead to hospitalization in severe cases.
- This disease spreads rapidly in winter, don’t forget to ignore it.
Less sweating:
- Due to low temperature, sweating is reduced.
- As a result, the body is unable to remove the excess water and due to this water can accumulate in the lungs, which can have a serious impact on the functioning of the heart in heart failure patients.
Vitamin-D deficiency:
- Vitamin-D, which comes from sunlight, prevents the formation of scar tissue in the heart, which prevents heart failure after a heart attack.
- Due to not getting the right amount of sunlight in the winter season, reduces the level of vitamin-D, which increases the risk of heart failure.
Read Also: Heart Burn
HOW TO PREVENT IT?
Now, we know that the Heart Attack is common in winters so let’s have some precautions and prevent it.
Heart patients should be careful in cold weather. Keep your blood pressure checked, protect yourself from cold problems like phlegm, cold, flu, etc. and when you are at home, keep yourself warm by taking sunlight or with a hot water bottle.
Along with this, the following lifestyle changes should be made to take care of your heart.
Follow some tips and start caring of your Heart–
Warm clothes are safety guards:
- In winters, we should take special care of clothes that keep the body warm.
- When our body is cold, the activity of the nervous system increases and which can increase the blood pressure. It can also make our blood thick.
- Always keep in mind that your outfit should be according to the season.
- Wear proper winter clothing’s like Wear Thermals, Sweaters, socks, gloves etc.
Skip the things that make you uncomfortable:
- If you are outside and feeling uncomfortable, come in immediately and try to make yourself comfortable.
- At the same time, do not wear clothes that are difficult to separate from the body and that make you uncomfortable.
Yoga and Pranayama:
- Adopt Yoga and Pranayama for a healthy heart.
- Limit cardiovascular exercises cycling, brisk walking, running, jogging etc.
- Stick to your routine and keep practicing different Yoga postures and meditation.
- But exercise should not be done in excess.
- Also, keep in mind if there is cold outside you can go for Yoga and pranayama inside your house.
Alcohol is bad
- Most of the festivals and holidays are made during the winter time, so alcohol can be easily offered to you in public places.
- It is believed that alcohol keeps the body warm, so even as an excuse, alcohol consumption can be high, which is not at all good for heart health.
- Therefore, in winter when the risk of heart attack is high, then excessive consumption of alcohol can be fatal.
Don’t go for a walk early in the morning
- Those people who have had a heart attack once before, should not get out of bed early in the morning.
- Due to this, the veins constrict due to cold and due to coming out in winter, the body has to work harder to keep itself warm. During this time our heart has to work more.
- Avoid morning walk instead you can take out some “Sun Time” or exposure to sun is must during winters.
Reduce salt intake
- By eating salt, water stagnates in the body and this causes swelling in the body.
- In such a situation, there is a pressure on our heart to pump that water into the body.
- This situation also increases the risk of Heart attack.
Ayurveda Herbs for Heart Health
- Arjuna
- Lahsuna
- Dalchini
- Kankari
- Shalparni
- Gokhru
- Jatamansi
- Manjistha
Yogasana and Pranayama for Heart Health
- Paschimuttana Asana or Seated forward bend pose
- Utthita Trikonasana or Extended triangle pose
- Ardha matsyendrasana or Half spinal twist pose
- Gomukhasana or Cow face pose
- Setu Bandhasana or Bridge pose
- Anuloma Viloma
CAC SPECIAL HEART CARE MEDICATIONS
Chandigarh Ayurved Centre made a kit that is best for the heart health. The kit has several natural herbs and bhasmas that protect the heart from various diseases naturally. The detail description of medicines is described below-
All Products Description in Detail
Trikatu Syrup
Trikatu Syrup helps to eliminate excess Kapha or mucous from the body, supports respiratory system, manages weight, helps to take out impurities or ama from the body, supports healthy detoxification, reduces swelling. It shows anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant, antioxidant properties. This syrup is made up of equal parts of three herbs such as Pippali (Piper longum), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), & Marich (Piper nigrum) that maintains the metabolism in the body. The regular use of this syrup balances the thyroxine hormone and treats hyperthyroidism naturally. It is an Appetizer and it improves digestion, supports normal gastric function, and normal circulation.
Recommended Dosage – Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily before meals.
Kapha Balance Tablet
Kapha tablet is a healthy blend of herbs formulated to balance Kapha doshas without aggravating Pitta and Vata doshas. It can also be used to alleviate any temporary Kapha imbalance. It is very effective in Kapha season that is late winter and spring. It consists of warming and astringent herbs that help to balance the system throughout the cold season. The main use of Kapha tablets is to remove excess Kapha doshas from the system and helps in the management of weight, healthy lungs, and the immune system.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
Heart Up Tablet
Heart Up Tablet is a unique formulation and is very effective in the treatment of heart diseases and related symptoms. It acts as a cardioprotective and anti-arrhythmic medicine providing strength to the heart muscles and maintains heart rate. This medicine is very useful in relieving pain and maintains blood optimum viscosity.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
Nerve up tablet
Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata doshas & kapha dosha, and acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, abhrak bhasma, praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. This tablet helps in memory boosting, reduces stress, act as immune-modulator. It also shows effective results in disorders of heart and circulatory system.
Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily.
Active Plus Tablet
Active plus Tablet is a pure herbo-mineral formulation prepared from best quality of herbs. This tablet is best for person mental and physical health, also helps to boost up the immunity. The herbal ingredients present in these tablets are used to maintain person’s health and refreshes the mind and body. These tablets improves digestion, eliminates constipation, stress, nourishes brain, acts as antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, etc.
Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily.
Diet Plan For A Heart Patient
- December 29, 2021
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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With heart disease, the patient’s anxiety increases. What to eat and what not to eat in case of heart disease, how to prevent the disease. Many such things start coming in the mind of the patient.
You must have seen that in Ayurveda doctors always advise heart patients to pay special attention to their diet, because many diseases related to heart are caused by not consuming nutritious diet and unhealthy lifestyle.
The diet plan for heart patients is given below.
Follow this diet plan to prevent heart diseases and also make yourself healthy.
What to Eat in Heart Disease?
It is necessary to consume these diets in heart diseases:-
- Grains: Old rice, wheat, barley.
- Lentils: Soyabean, peas, masoor dal, moong, tur, oats.
- Fruits and Vegetables: Gourd, Luffa, Parwal, Bitter gourd, Pumpkin, Tinda, Potato, Tomato, Lemon, Broccoli, Spinach, Grapes, Pomegranate, Turmeric, Fenugreek, Cumin, Green Coriander, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Garlic, Carrot, Apple, Cherry , Strawberry, Orange, Banana, Black Grapes, Apricots, Walnuts, Beans, Papaya, Capsicum, Cabbage, Guava, Pear.
Read Also: Healthy Heart Remedies
Avoid These in Cardiac Disorder
Do not consume these foods if you have heart disease:-
- Cereals: New Rice, Maida
- Lentils: Urad
- Fruits and vegetables: amaranth, bathua, water chestnut, arbi, jackfruit, brinjal, sweet potato.
- Others: Canned food, salt, used oil, ghee, waste food, late-digesting food, cold water, alcohol, non-vegetarian food, egg, pickle, fast food.
- Contraindicated diet: milk + fish.
Diet Plan for Heart Disease Prevention
In the morning, before Brushing teeth (without rinsing) drink 1-2 glasses of lukewarm water on an empty stomach and juice of either bottle-gourd, Amla or aloe vera juice before breakfast.
Along with this you have to follow these:-
Time balanced diet plan
Breakfast (8:30 AM) –
Herbal tea + 2-3 Biscuits / Lightly Salted Dalia / Poha / Upma (Semolina) / Cornflakes / 1-2 Thin Roti + 1 bowl Vegetable, 1 plate fruit salad (apple, papaya, guava, pear, cherry, strawberry, orange, banana, and black grape).
Meal of the day (12:30-01:30 PM) –
1-2 thin roti’s (Mixed grain flour) + 1 bowl of rice (non-fat) + 1 bowl of green vegetables (boiled) + 1 bowl of moong dal (thin) + 1 bowl plate salad.
Evening snack (5:30 – 6:00 Pm)
1 cup herbal tea + 2-3 biscuits / vegetable soup.
Dinner (7:00 – 8:00 Pm)
1-2 thin thin rotis + 1/2 bowl green vegetables (boiled) + 1 bowl moong dal (thin).
Before night (At least 30 minutes before bedtime) drink 1 glass of milk without cream and without sugar.
Diet for Heart Health
Others: Flaxseed, olive oil, yogurt, chocolate, walnuts, and skim milk can be consumed.
Read Also: Home Remedies for Heart Health
Advice for heart patients
- Only 1/2 teaspoon (rock salt) is to be eaten in 24 hours.
- You can take 1 teaspoon refined, mustard/groundnut oil in 24 hours.
- If the patient has a habit of tea, one cup of Herbal tea or Herbal Drink can be given in its place.
Lifestyle during Heart Disease
The lifestyle of a heart patient should be like this:-
Exercise
Heart patients should do some exercise, so that food can be digested properly and disease can be prevented.
Don’t stress and worry
Get 7-8 hours of sleep daily and keep your worries to a minimum.
Do not smoke
Do not consume smoking, as it directly affects the arteries of the heart.
SOME IMPORTANT TIPS
(1) Practice meditation and yoga daily.
(2) Eat fresh and light hot food.
(3) Eat food slowly in a quiet place peacefully, with a positive and happy mind.
(4) Eat three to four times a day.
(5) Do not leave food at any time and avoid excessive food.
(6) Fast once a week.
(7) Leave one third / one fourth part of the stomach blank.
(8) Chew the food properly and eat slowly.
(9) Walk for 3-5 minutes after taking food.
(10) Wake up [5:30 – 6:30 am] before sunrise.
(11) Brush your teeth twice daily.
(12) Live daily.
(13) Take a short walk after taking food.
(14) Sleep at the right time i.e. before 10pm at night.
(15) Do not eat undigested food.
(16) Do not exercise too much.
(17) Do not keep anger and sorrow in your mind.
(18) Cold environment is to be avoided.
Yoga and Asana for Heart Disease
If you have heart disease, you can do these yoga, meditation and asanas:-
Yoga Pranayama and Meditation:
- Anulom Vilom
- Bhramari
- Udgeetha
- Pranav Japa
Asanas:
- Paschimottanasana
- Bhujangasana
- Uttanpadasana
- Markatasana
- Gomukhasana
- Mandukasana
- Shashankasana
Why IBS is Common These Days?
- December 29, 2021
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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IN THIS SECTION:
- About IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
- What Are Other Names For IBS?
- Why IBS Is Common These Days
- Possible Causes Of IBS
- Symptoms Of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- What Are The Different Types Of IBS?
- What Other Health Problems Do People With IBS Have?
- Ayurvedic Management Of IBS
- Dietary Changes
- Activity Changes
ABOUT IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME (IBS)
- IBS is a group of symptoms that typically occur together, including repeated abdominal pain, bloating and changes in bowel behaviors, which may be constipation, diarrhea, or both.
- It is a separate condition from IBD (inflammatory bowel disease)
- The function or movement of the bowel is not quite right in IBS patients.
- There are no medical tests to find out or confirm a diagnosis and yet it is the commonest GI problem worldwide and the most frequent disorder presented by individuals consulting a gastroenterologist.
What are other names for IBS?
Some have called this group of symptoms by many names, including:
- Mucous colitis
- Spastic bowel
- Nervous colon
- Spastic colon
- Irritable colon
- IBS colitis
Read Also: WHAT IS THE TREATMENT FOR IBS WITH CONSTIPATION?
WHY IBS IS COMMON THESE DAYS
- Studies suggest that about 10% to 15% population of United States is suffered from this disorder. However, due to some reason only 5% to 7% IBS cases are diagnosed.
- Among gastrointestinal IBS is the commonest.
- IBS is common these days due to change in life style just like eating a lot of junk and fast food, not drinking adequate water, not doing physical exercise and work load.
- Stress is the most common factor for IBS, due to this people also suffers from anxiety, depression and improper eating habits.
- People’s disturbed sleep cycle is also another cause of IBS due to work load.
- Researcher added that even school-going children can have IBS these days as the amount of stress on them is tremendous.
- This is not a disease, so it is often caused only by bad lifestyle and improper eating habits.
POSSIBLE CAUSES OF IBS
The precise cause of IBS is not clear. Factors that influence symptoms of IBS, including:
- Hyper-sensitivity of the enteric (GI) nerves
- Physical or emotional stress
- Dietary problems such as food allergies or sensitivities
- Poor eating habits
- Use of systemic antibiotics for Gastrointestinal infection
- Malabsorption of bile acid
- The amount or pattern of physical exercise
- Chronic alcohol abuse
- Abnormalities in peristalsis movement or gastrointestinal secretions
- Enteritis-An infection or inflammation of the intestine
SYMPTOMS OF IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME
The symptoms of IBS typically include:
- Abdominal Cramps often in the lower part of the abdomen
- Abdominal pain
- Loss of appetite
- Weight loss
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Excessive gas formation and bloating
- Mucus in your stool (may look whitish)
What are the different types of IBS?
- IBS with constipation (IBS-C)
- IBS with diarrhea (IBS-D)
- IBS with mixed bowel habits (IBS-M)
What other health problems do people with IBS have?
People who have IBS tend to have other health problems along with it, including
- Mood disorders such as depression or anxiety
- Chronic constipation or diarrhea can cause hemorrhoids
- Poor quality of life
- People can lose their appetite
- Lose muscle mass
- develop blood or mucus in the stool
AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF IBS
Chandigarh Ayurved Centre provides the best herbal remedies and ayurvedic medicines like the “IBS Care Kit” for natural and Ayurvedic treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. These remedies treat the disease from root without any side effect.
- Pittashekhar Rasa
- Detox Premium Powder
- Puran Pachak Syrup
- Panchsakar Churna
- Kutaj Ghan Vati
- Sheet Dhara Syrup
- Digestion Support tablet
“IBS CARE KIT”
YOGASANAS FOR IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME (IBS) PATIENTS
Asanas for Constipation Predominant IBS
- Shavasana Corpse Pose
- Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)
- Matsyasana (Fish Pose)
- Salabhasana (Locust Pose)
Asanas for Diarrhea Predominant IBS
- Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half spinal twist pose)
- Trikonasana (Triangle pose)
Asanas for Gas and Bloating IBS
- Pawanmuktasana (Wind relieving pose)
- Upavistha Konasana (Seated wide angle pose)
- Viparita Karani (Gentle inversion yoga pose)
Read Also: How To Deal with IBS Symptoms Naturally?
DIETARY CHANGES:
- Consume more fibrous foods such as eating more fruits, vegetables, grains and nuts.
- Include supplemental fiber in meal, such as Citrucel or Metamucil.
- Drink lots of water everyday
- Eating smaller meals
- Caffeinated food items such as coffee, chocolate, teas and sodas should be avoided.
- cheese and milk intake should be limited
- Avoid deep fried and processed food items
- In IBS patients’ lactose intoleranceis more common.
- Make sure to get calcium from other sources, like spinach, broccoli, salmon or supplements.
- To relieve gas and bloating consume probiotics
- Try the low FODMAP diet, an eating plan that can help improve symptoms.
ACTIVITY CHANGES:
- Limit alcohol and smoking
- Minimize stress by help of talk therapy
- Do physical exercise regularly
- Try relaxation therapies such as anulom- vilom (breathing exercise)
- Take smaller meals more often.
- Record the foods you eat so you can find out which foods trigger IBS flare-ups.
- Common triggers are red peppers, green onions, red wine, wheat and cow’s milk.
YOGA ASNA FOR BACK PAIN
- December 25, 2021
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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Most of the time, due to sitting or standing for a long time, our back pain starts. The problem of back pain has become common in today’s modern life. Yoga can be resorted to to avoid this problem. You can do these simple yogasanas at any time of the day and get rid of back pain.
How can this asana be done to get rid of back pain? How to do the all direction back stretch?
You can do these yogasanas anytime and anywhere. For example, in an office chair, airplane yoga, in front of your TV, during breaks or on a yoga mat.
Sit comfortably in Sukhasan.
Keep the waist straight and leave the shoulders loose. Don’t forget to keep a smile on your face. If you want to do this yoga posture standing then keep your feet in a straight line.
Pull your spine up. Lengthening the spine
While inhaling, slowly raise both the arms upwards.
Interlace your fingers in such a way that both the thumbs touch each other comfortably.
Relax and stretch the body completely without applying unnecessary stress. Keep the elbows straight. Make sure your arm touches your ear.
Staying still in this position take 2-3 deep breaths.
A simple tip to deepen the waist stretch: Gently pull the navel inwards towards the waist.
Turn your waist to the right and left. Twisting the spine to right and left
Your palms are still tied over the head.
Exhaling, slowly turn to your right side. Stay in that state for some time and take 2-3 long deep breaths.
Inhaling, come back to your center.
Exhaling again, slowly turn to your sister. Stay in that state for some time and take 2-3 long deep breaths.
While inhaling come back to your center.
Pull your waist to the right and left. Bending the spine right and left
Your palms are still tied over the head.
While exhaling, slowly lean towards your right. Stay in that state for some time and keep taking long deep breaths.
Inhaling, come back to your center.
Exhaling again, slowly turn to your sister. Make sure that you do not lean forward or backward while doing this easy. There should not be more tension in one hand than in the other.
While inhaling come back to your center.
Tip: You can also pull your abdominal muscles in to keep your spine straight while doing this asana.
Pull your waist forward and backward. Bending the spine forward and backward
Make a binding of your hands and while exhaling, pull your hands forward.
Take a deep long breath in and as you exhale, push your body forward from the lower back.
Inhale and exhale, pull your whole body to the right. Both the hands are parallel to each other and there should be equal pull in both the hands. If you feel that you are not able to do the posture properly, then slowly try to come to the right position.
Inhaling, come to your center.
As you exhale, turn to your sister and create a stretch from your waist to your hands.
Inhaling come back to your center and slowly raise your hands upwards.
Open your fingers and pull yourself back.
Breathe in and come back to your center. While exhaling, slowly bring your hands down.
Benefits of this yoga posture: By pulling your hands backwards, the muscles of the lower back get a good massage.
Turn your waist side to side. Twisting the spine from side-to-side
Place your left hand on your right knee. Take a long deep breath and as you exhale, turn to your right. You can place your right hand on the ground near your right knee.
Pressing your right hand on the ground, pull yourself up. Make sure that you do not lean forward or backward.
While inhaling come back to your center again.
Exhale and repeat the whole process with the left arm. Place your right hand on your left knee and place your left hand on the ground. Make sure that you keep your spine straight and stable.
Breathe in and come back to your center.
Change the position of your feet in your quartet (alti-palti). If you had put your left foot on the right foot, then now place your right foot on your left foot and repeat the above process again.
Tip: Apart from your hip muscles, you should also use your abdominal muscles while doing this yoga asana.
Benefits of these yogasanas Benefits of all direction back stretch
- This asana makes the body stable.
- Strengthens the back and abdominal muscles.
- Gives rest to the back.
- This is a good way to warm up the body before yoga.
- By practicing these yogasanas daily, the strength of the lungs increases.
Slip disc patients should do this yoga only after consulting a doctor. Slip disc patients can get a lot of comfort by these asanas.
All the above mentioned yogasanas strengthen the muscles of the waist and generate stretch in them. The spinal cord is well exercised by these yogasanas. These yogasanas also work on the abdominal muscles.
If you are struggling with any physical problem or emotional stress