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INDIAN YOGA
Nadi Shodhan Pranayama
Asthma is a
chronic disease
that affects one’s
regular process
of breathing,
making them
hyperventilate
and struggle
with a ragged
breathing.
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Kapal Bhati Pranayama
1- Nadi Shodhan Pranayama
This breathing technique
helps patients suffering with
asthma because not only does
it clear out the nasal pathway,
it also increases the capacity
of the lungs, thereby ensuring
that the person doesn’t suffer
from shortness of breath and
can actually breathe better.
2- Kapal Bhati Pranayama
While the majority of problems
relating to asthma roots from
the respiratory system and
the obstructed functions of it,
this asana helps keep that at
bay. It is regarded as one of
the most effective yoga poses
to relieve asthma because of
how well it detoxifies the body
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and gets rid of any harmful chemical that
could possibly trigger asthma.
3- Ardha Matsyendrasana
Doing this yoga pose is an effective cure
for asthma because of the fact that it helps
increase the supply of the oxygen to the lungs
by expanding and opening up the chest.
4- Pavanamuktasana
Even though this yoga pose has its primary
effect in the treatment for stomach related
problems, it has indirect ties with treating
asthma and the symptoms that come
along with it. It boosts the blood circulation