Why is yoga good for people with diabetes?
According to Siddhaa Akshar, a Himalaya yoga expert, yoga not only helps patients move gently but also regulates breathing, reduces stress, and increases blood sugar.
regular yoga practice helps stimulate the pancreas, improve digestion and increase the body's ability to control insulin. This is a sustainable health care method that people with diabetes can do at home every day, Mr. Akshar shared.
Diabetes is a condition in which blood sugar levels increase due to the body not producing enough or not effectively using insulin. In addition to a healthy diet and adherence to treatment, light exercise such as yoga can help patients improve their overall health without overloading their cardiovascular or joint health.
Here are 5 yoga poses that are suitable for people with diabetes to practice at home:
Mandukasana (Fred pose): Helps activate the pancreas and improve digestion. Kneel, Clack your arms and gently squeeze your abdomen as you exhale. Practice on an empty stomach for best results.
Ardha Matsyendrasana (Site of half-prince fish): Sitting with a slight turn of the spine helps increase blood circulation to the liver and kidneys, supporting blood sugar control.
Viparita Karani (Wall-up leg pose): A relaxation pose that reduces leg fatigue, regulates hormones, and supports sleep. Just lie on your back, extend your legs up the wall for 5 - 10 minutes.
Shashankasana (rabble pose): Bend forward, relax your body and breathe deeply to reduce stress - the cause of fluctuating blood sugar.
Pawanmuktasana (Supressure): Gentle knee contest, which helps increase metabolism and improve insulin use.
According to studies published in the Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism, people who practice yoga regularly have the ability to control blood sugar better, while reducing the risk of cardiovascular complications.
Just spend 15 - 20 minutes a morning practicing yoga, combining deep breathing and moderate eating, patients can completely take proactive and effective home health care, recommends expert Siddhaa Akshar.
