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Awkward Pose Chair pose Utkatasana

Awkward Pose Chair pose Utkatasana

One yoga pose that helps in firming and strengthening entire body is Awkward pose  – also known as chair pose. It strengthens triceps, deltoids, abdominal muscles, tones leg muscles and quadricpes.

Also, stretches feet, toes, pelvis and shins. Helps in strengthening ankles too. While getting into and breath through the pose it stimulates liver, spleen, intestine and pancreas function.

The other benefits include – reducing lower back pain, strengthening and toning arms, aligning meniscus in the knee, reduces menstrual cramps, relieves sciatica and firms buttocks. With all these benefits it also reduces anxiety and helps in relaxation. Why not try this yoga pose – akward pose is a preferred intermediate pose of all yogis www.healthylife.werindia.com

LEVEL: Intermediate

Anatomy: Legs, Shoulders

Pose Type: Balance, Standing

Sanskrit: Utkatasana (oot-kah-TAHS-anna) utkata = powerful, fierce

 Benefits

  • Strengthens the legs, glutes, ankles, and spine
  • Opens the chest and shoulders
  • Gently massages the heart
  • Tones the abdominal organs
  • Helps relieve arthritis and rheumatism in the legs

Contraindications

  • Low blood pressure
  • Insomnia
  • Headache
  • Exercise caution with shoulder or neck injury

How To

  1. Stand in Mountain pose with your feet together. Draw your tailbone toward the floor and lengthen your spine.
  2. Inhale and reach your arms up, palms facing each other.
  3. Exhale and slowly bend your knees as you shift your hips down and back. Make sure that your toes are aligned behind your knees. Gaze straight ahead or diagonally downward.
  4. Stay here for several breaths. Then inhale and rise to standing.
  5. Slowly lift your heels off the ground and squeeze your inner thighs together. Exhale and repeat the third step, bending your knees and bringing your hips down.
  6. Stay in the pose for several breaths. Inhale and rise to Mountain pose.

Modify or Replace

  • Look toward the floor if any strain is felt in the neck.
  • Practice the pose with the feet hip-distance apart.
  • Widen the arms into a cactus position to lessen the stretch in the shoulders.

Sequencing Tips

Before:

  • Mountain pose (Tadasana)
  • Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)

After:

  • Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana)
  • Eagle pose (Garudasana)

Teaching Cues

  • Root all four corners of the feet into the floor.
  • Draw the shoulders down the back.
  • Send the tailbone toward the floor.

Variations

  • Bring the palms to touch overhead.
  • Bend the knees until the thighs are parallel to the floor.

Watch Out For

  • Overarching in the low back
  • Knees beyond the toes

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This article and image is reproduced here with permission from www.beyogi.com

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: July 18, 2022
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Reduce fatigue with this herbal chai

Reduce fatigue with this herbal chai

To boost immune system and reduce fatigue try this homemade traditional herbal chai or tea.

This tea contains nutmeg, cardamom, cinnamon, Hemidesmus root (Indian sarsaparilla or sugandhi), dry ginger, dried dandelion root, cloves, black pepper,

  • Hemidesmus Indian Sarsaparilla roots are very fragrant. One can use fresh root or dried root. It is also called nannari root. It is a detoxifier, aphrodisiac, helps in digestion, reduces body inflammation and improves sleeping.
  • Nutmeg relieves body pain, soothes indigestion and improved cognitive function. It is slightly sweet spice. It is good for insomnia, regulates blood pressure and is an important ingredient of Ayurvedic medicine and home remedies.
  • We all know how clove is helpful – it relieves pain and good for digestion.
  • Dandelion root – commonly known as kahnpool, Dandelion helps in cleansing liver, reduces body fat and contains fiber that helps in clear bowel movement.
  • Cardamom seeds helps in calming the mind and increases nervous system strength. It has aphrodisiac property and helps in overcoming impotency. It reduces asthma and bronchitis by improving blood circulation.
  • Black pepper – improves immune system, reduces microbial invasion. It is good for reducing cold, cough and flu symptoms.
  • Ginger – Rich with antioxidant, ginger whether dry or raw is helpful is good for overall health – it reduces body inflammation and improves digestion.
  • Cinnamon – Reduces bladder infection, reduces cholesterol level, good for arthritis condition and is an immune booster.
  • Anise seeds – Improves metabolism and clears digestive system

 How to make immune booster herbal chai?

Boil 3 cups of water. Add 1.5 tsp cinnamon powder, 1.5 tsp grated ginger or ginger powder, 1 tsp nutmeg powder or crushed nutmeg, ¼ tsp cardamom, 1 tsp dandelion root, 1 or 2 cloves, ¼ crushed black pepper, 1 tsp anise seeds and few nannari (Hemidesmus) crushed roots (or 1.5 tsp powder) and 2 lemon size jaggery. Boil the content for few minutes and turn off the heat.

Add milk or almond milk and strain.  Drink this once or twice a day to get benefit.

Benefit of drinking this herbal tea is, it reduces body inflammation, it is immune system booster and fatigue goes away.

  • Avoid soda, caffeinated drinks if you take this herbal tea. Caffeinated drinks and soda can interfere with active ingredients of the above-mentioned herbs in the tea.

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Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: July 14, 2022
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GLUTEN -FREE BESAN FLOUR PANCAKE (DOSA) RECIPE

Gluten- Free Besan Flour PanCake (Dosa) Recipe

Besan flour is nothing but chickpea flour. It is naturally higher in protein than wheat-based flours. It also stands above wheat flour in protein and folate content. One-half cup contains 10 grams of protein, compared to 8 grams in whole-grain wheat flour and just 6 grams in white flour. One-half cup of besan flour has 178 calories and 3 grams of total fat. also offer a good array of vitamins and minerals. Studies say that besan flour helps in reducing body inflammation and is also a good support for glowing skin – it is good facial mask. Besan flour does not contain gluten, so it makes a good substitute for wheat flour in gluten-free diets.

Try this simple and easy to make dosa (pancake) recipe at home for evening snack.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup chickpea flour (besan)
  • Chopped ginger: 1 inch
  • Water 1/2 to 1 cup
  • Asafetida – a pinch
  • Turmeric powder – one tsp
  • Baking soda: 2 pinches
  • Green chilli (chopped) 2
  • Onion medium size – 1
  • Tomato medium size -1
  • Coriander leaves, finely chopped
  • Curry leaves chopped
  • Coconut milk – 1/4 cup (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for drizzling

Preparation:

  1. To make the batter, remove the lumps from  chickpea flour.
  2. To flour add asafetida, turmeric powder, baking soda, onion, tomato, green chilies, coriander leaves, curry leaves and salt. Mix well.
  3. If you are using coconut milk then, add coconut milk and water then mix well again. Do not make very thin batter.
  4. When the dosa tava is hot enough, pour a half cup of batter on tava and using a ladle spread evenly into a round pancake shape.
  5. Drizzle oil along the edges of the pancake and cook for 2-3 minutes, on medium heat till the bottom is golden brown. Tilt and cook other side of the pancake and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Serve hot along with coconut or green chutney.
Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: July 13, 2022
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All You Need To Know About GRS Vaginal Dilators

GRS (Gender Reassignment Surgery) vaginal dilators help transgender women maintain vaginal diameter and vaginal depth after gender reassignment surgery. If this is your first time learning about this device, here is everything you need to know about GRS vaginal dilators.

How Many Sizes Are GRS Vaginal Dilators Available In?
You can get a GRS vaginal dilator in six sizes, including:

●        Size #P1 (Violet) 7/8” Diameter x 9” Length;

●        Size #P2 (Orange) 1” Diameter x 9” Length;

●        Size #1 (Violet) 1-1/8” Diameter x 9” Length;

●        Size #2 (Blue) 1-1/4” Diameter x 9” Length;

●        Size #3 (Green) 1-3/8 Diameter x 9” Length; and

●        Size #4 (Orange) 101/2 Diameter x 9” Length.

What Are GRS Vaginal Dilators Made From?
GRS vaginal dilators are made from polyurethane plastic. These devices have a unique design, including finger holds, depth markings, and a curvature to accommodate the anatomical needs of transgender women.

For quality assurance, GRS vaginal dilators are inspected, cleaned, and sealed before shipping.

What Lubricant Can You Use With a GRS Vaginal Dilator?
You can use any natural oil or water-based lubricant with a GRS vaginal dilator. DO NOT use Vaseline or any silicone-based lubricant, especially with silicone dilators.

Can You Sterilize a GRS Vaginal Dilator by Boiling or Autoclave?
GRS vaginal dilators can NEVER be autoclaved or boiled.

You can sterilize silicone dilators by autoclaving or boiling them for five minutes. If you have a history of recurrent yeast infections, add two tablespoons of vinegar to two quarts of water for boiling.

How Can You Clean a GRS Vaginal Dilator?
Wash your GRS vaginal dilator with warm water and gentle soap. Pat it dry with a clean towel and allow it to dry before storing it away. We recommend storing your dilators in a clean cotton cloth.

Also, you can store your GRS dilators in the storage pouch that comes with the device. NEVER soak your GRS vaginal dilator in sterilizing solutions that contain alcohol. You can wipe your GRS dilator with an alcohol-based solution, but ensure that you rinse off any residue before storing it away.

Does Your Medical Insurance Cover GRS Vaginal Dilators?
Whether your medical insurance covers GRS dilators or not depends on your particular medical insurance policy. Check with your insurance provider to confirm whether or not you have coverage.

That’s everything you need to know about GRS vaginal dilators. Now, you can decide whether this device is the right fit for you.

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Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: July 11, 2022
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Natarajasana Dance pose

Lord Of The Dance Pose Natarajasana

Natarajsana is known as Lord of the Dance Pose and is originated by Lord Shiva who is Yoga Guru himself. The pose depicts Lord Shiva’s fondness for dance, expression, and music.  It is also a classical dance form of Indian dance called bharathanatyam. This yoga pose is advanced yoga pose and requires balancing act on one leg. Benefits of practicing this pose are : Strenghtens legs, arms, shoulder and spine. It boosts metabolism, helps to focus, and improves memory. It is a pose that helps to strengthen the abdomen area, core strength and boosts confidence. The pose involves entire body – Healthy Life

LEVEL : Advanced

Anatomy :Ankles, Hamstrings, Hips, Knees, Spine, Thighs

Pose Type :Backbend, Balance, Heart Opener, Standing

Sanskrit: Natarajasana (not-ah-raj-AHS-anah) nata = dancer / raja = king

BENEFITS:

  • Lengthens the hamstring of the standing leg
  • Stretches the hip flexors of the non-standing leg
  • Opens the chest
  • Improves balance and stability
  • Strengthens the entire spine; ankle, knee, and hip joints; and supportive structures of the joints in the standing leg

CONTRAINDICATIONS

  • Hip pathologies
  • Balance deficits
  • Low back pathologies
  • Ankle, knee, hip, or shoulder injury

HOW TO

  1. Start in Tadasana (Mountain pose), with feet hip-distance apart, and slowly begin to shift your weight over to your right foot. Engage your right thigh to support the knee of the standing leg.
  2. Set your gaze in front of you. Inhale and lift your right arm with palm facing forward.
  3. Exhale and flex the left knee. Reach your left hand behind you, with thumb facing upward, and grasp the inner left foot.
  4. Inhale and lengthen the spine, lifting out of your torso and tucking the chin.
  5. Exhale and draw the abdominals while keeping the chest lifted. Begin to bend forward at the right hip, letting your gaze travel downward. Feel free to take a micro bend at the right knee.
  6. Hold this pose for up to 5-10 slow breaths.
  7. To exit Lord of the Dance pose: Inhale, press through your grounded foot, and rise to an upright position. Exhale, and release your arms and knee. Repeat on the opposite side.

MODIFY OR REPLACE

Alternatives:

  • Stay standing and reach back for the non-standing leg for a quad stretch.
  • Hinge slightly forward to challenge balance; then return to standing.

Modifications:

  • Keep a slight bend in the knee to avoid hyperextension.
  • Place hands at the thighs or hips for support.

SEQUENCING TIPS

Before:

After:

  • Warrior 3 (Virabhadrasana III)
  • Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana)

TEACHING CUES

  • Keep the upper and lower spine extended, and draw the chest forward.
  • Keep the hips stacked equally, side-by-side. Keep the knees parallel by engaging the inner thighs slightly.
  • Hinge first at the hips and press the free foot into the hand, keeping the abdominals drawn up and in toward the spine.
  • On each inhale, feel your chest expand and spine lengthen. On each exhale, feel your hips sink deeper.

VARIATIONS

  • Reach over the shoulders to grab the raised foot. Press the toes upward as you begin to bend forward further.

WATCH OUT FOR

  • Hyperextension of the low spine
  • Shoulder pain or strain

Image and article published here with prior permission from https://beyogi.com/

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: July 8, 2022
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Natural Pain Relief: Best Alternatives to NSAIDs

Pain relief might seem as easy as popping a pill — but there’s a lot more going on than simple relief. Did you know that conventional pain relievers have a long list of harmful side effects?

It’s easy to look past the dangers of conventional pain relief when the only thing we can think about is the pain we’re dealing with. But with long-term use, NSAIDs and other pain relievers can leave us suffering from adverse effects.

NSAIDs are common over-the-counter (OTC) pain relief drugs like aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen. Although they offer quick relief when we need it, continued use leads to negative outcomes. Here we’ll discuss why this matters and the best natural alternatives to NSAIDs so you can achieve relief without the harmful effects.

Pain and Inflammation’s Role
Inflammation is typically behind our aches, pains, and discomfort. It occurs when our immune system is triggered and sends inflammatory cells to the injured or sick area. These cells work to heal injured tissue and attack harmful bacteria. This results in a swollen, red, and often warm spot where the inflammatory response is working. This is what’s known as acute inflammation.

Symptoms of Acute Inflammation
●     Heat

●     Redness

●     Swelling

●     Pain

This is an essential part of a healthy healing process. Though, it doesn’t always result in healing. Inflammation can become unhealthy after the injury has healed but the inflammatory response continues to attack healthy tissue. This is known as chronic inflammation. Below are symptoms you can keep an eye on if you’re worried your inflammation has no cause.

Symptoms of Chronic Inflammation
●     Stiffness and body pain

●     Exhaustion and fatigue

●     Anxiety, depression, and stress

●     Persistent infections and skin rashes

●     Unexplained weight loss or gain

●     Chest pain

●     Abdominal pain

Chronic inflammation can be triggered by untreated acute inflammation, toxic exposure, Lyme disease, or an auto-immune disorder. This can become a frustrating and often painful disorder to deal with, so let’s review some common forms of pain relief and why natural options are often the best.

What are NSAIDs and Why Not to Use Them
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used as a form of pain relief. You might be familiar with these common NSAIDS — ibuprofen, aspirin, and naproxen. While these are typically used on less severe pain, almost 30 million people worldwide rely on NSAIDS daily.

These common drugs target inflammation to relieve pain. They work by blocking the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX), which is an essential piece to the body’s inflammatory response. NSAIDs are also used to diminish blood clotting that can result in strokes and heart attacks.

Unfortunately, there’s more than meets the eye with NSAIDs. While the above outcomes are positive, doctors are advise to avoid relying on NSAIDs for everyday pain relief. Long-term use has shown harmful effects on the kidneys, liver, and body as a whole. Instead, look to natural alternatives for the healthiest forms of pain relief!

Natural Alternatives to NSAIDs for Pain and Inflammation
●     CBD

●     Curcumin

●     Magnesium

●     Ginger

●     Fish oil

●     Boswellia

●     Resveratrol

●     Devil’s Claw

Unlike conventional pain relief, natural alternatives take a different path to alleviate aches and pains. Painkillers often stimulate temporary pain relief while natural methods target the root of the pain and inflammation. NSAIDs are designed to target inflammation, but only provide short-term relief.

Instead, a natural formula that combines multiple anti-inflammatory ingredients can be the safest and most effective protection against inflammation-related pain. That’s because these nutrients help your body to heal the root problem and restore balance to your immune response. Here are a few of our favorite natural alternatives to NSAIDs:

●     Terry Naturally BosMed 500 utilizes the powerful effects of Boswellia to help relieve and reduce the inflammation that’s at the root of your aches and pains. This formula contains a patented form of Boswellia that is ten times stronger than average so it’s easily absorbed by the body allowing for quick relief!

●     Lively Vitamin Co. CuraRelief is an extra-strength blend of pain-alleviating nutrients curcumin and Boswellia. It’s the best alternative to traditional pain relief such as aspirin and ibuprofen because it allows for powerful relief without the risk of harming your liver or kidneys. Plus, you can use it on a regular basis to promote your natural inflammatory response.

●     Wild Theory CBD Black Label Hemp Extract Maximum is the CBD for pain relief you’ve been searching for. This maximum-strength formula promotes pain relief while allowing for the natural anti-inflammatory effects of CBD to reduce your discomfort. Because it’s a liquid CBD formula, you can expect fast-acting relief.

Pain Relief the Natural Way
It’s easy to rely on NSAIDs and other conventional painkillers to soothe your aches. But with natural pain relief supplements, you can trust that you’re easing your aches while nourishing your body in the long run. Check out a supplement store for the best natural pain relief products to support you through anything from minor aches to chronic discomfort!

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Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: July 5, 2022
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FSSAI food technology for safe food

Technology for food safety : FSSAI mulling using next-gen technology tools to ensure food safety, quality

During the pandemic, instead of visiting restaurants, people ordering food online with help of zomato, Swiggy, Uber App,  Doordash etc. These Apps and technologies making life more comfortable and safe to get hot and fresh food delivered at home easily.  Similarly, people are ordering online groceries and these items are delivered to door steps from grocery stores. Many such innovative services are available in India and other countries. One must assure that all the food that are delivered or received by customers are good both in quality quantity wise as well as safe to consume. FSSAI of India, is exploring the options to introduce blockchain and machine learning to ensure food that are going to be available to customers are safe and healthy. This also involves not just testing food ingredients, quality, also the materials that are used for packing purposes -Healthy Life. 

Food safety regulator FSSAI on Tuesday said it is exploring the possibility of using next generation technological tools like blockchain and machine learning to ensure food safety and quality.

Such tools assume importance as the current pandemic situation has negatively affected many aspects of routine regulatory inspections, monitoring, and surveillance at both the domestic level and border points, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) CEO Arun Singhal said.

These regulatory inspections are essential for ensuring food safety and quality for people, he added. 

Addressing a virtual event organised by industry chamber CII, Singhal urged the industry and researchers to come up with simple tools or interventions which regulators can use.

For instance, a technique to detect the ratio of materials in a blend, a tool to prevent food fraud, real-time safety monitoring through affordable and rapid testing, among others, he said. “FSSAI is exploring the possibilities of using technological tools like blockchain, machine learning, etc in obtaining traceability information,” Singhal said.

Next generation tools like genome sequencing and innovations in chemical and molecular analysis can be very useful in the area of food authenticity and integrity, he pointed out. Also, Internet of Things (IoT) has taken a big leap forward and can be used for mounting production and processing operations, he added.

With regard to recycled-PET and recycled plastics for food products, Singhal said FSSAI has promulgated regulations to allow alternate packaging materials. “However, the authority is also aware of the limitations. These materials are not available in volumes that are desired by the industry,” he said, and urged the industry, academia and research bodies to explore ways of making these materials available in sufficient volumes at reasonable prices.

For FSSAI, Singhal said the major thrust areas are simplification of the regulatory regime, IT platforms, and registering as many food businesses as possible. Currently in India, close to 5 million food businesses are registered and this outreach must continue, he said.

“Many are small businesses, where some intervention is required in terms of capacity building. So that is a major thrust area. And in this direction we”re already ensured the food safety training and certification program,” he said.

FSSAI has already trained about 500,000 food safety supervisors in various food businesses. In addition, during the pandemic, about 2.6 lakh persons were trained on safe food and hygiene practices required for COVID-19, he added.

That apart, the FSSAI is gradually moving towards periodic risk-based inspections, third-party audits, focus checks and interventions to ensure safety and quality of products.

The second major thrust area of FSSAI, Singhal said, is to strengthen the food safety ecosystem at the state level.

FSSAI has started providing technical and financial assistance to states and union territories by creation of infrastructure and testing equipment for mobilising resources to carry out manual special camps inspections, awareness drives etc, he said.

FSSAI has signed memorandums of understanding with states. Last year, MoUs were signed with 23 states, and a substantial amount of funds were released to states. That process is continuing this year as well, he added.

The third major trust area is to strengthen the food testing capabilities in the country. As of now, there are about 252 food testing laboratories notified by FSSAI and all of them are accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL), he said.

In the past three years, FSSAI has released about Rs 300 crore to various state food testing laboratories for strengthening, purchasing equipment, and setting up microbiological testing facilities.

“Microbiological infections are very important. So we are planning to strengthen the microbiological testing facilities in labs,” he added.

For more information: https://www.fssai.gov.in/upload/media/FSSAI_News_Mulling_Outlook_28_07_2021.pdf

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: July 4, 2022
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How Uttana Mandukasana Stretched Up Frog Pose Helps In Getting Rid Of Body Pain

Manduka means frog in Sanskrit language.  Uttana Mandukasana is a simple, yet very effective yoga pose. Uttana means stretched up, the pose looks like a frog sitting upright or stretched up. Hence the name Uttana mandukasana.

This pose helps to sit in a proper posture, brings stability and gives sense of wellbeing. The pose helps to correct defects in postures, improves body functions, and tones muscles. This pose is highly recommended for many health benefits.

  1. Shoulder pain: Pose helps to relieve shoulder discomfort and helps in stretching shoulder muscles
  2. Elbow pain: Any pain in elbows will be released during proper stretching
  3. Cervical spondylitis: Those who suffer from desk job get relief from cervical spondylitis and hand pain.
  4. Knee health: Helps in strengthening knee and thigh muscles
  5. Abdominal toning: Regular practice helps in toning abdominal muscles. It reduces fat in and around belly and side of the body.
  6. Lung health: Stretching helps to improve diaphragm and lungs activity and facilitates breathing. It is good for congestion problem relief.
  7. Spine health and back pain: Pose helps to get into good posture and strengthens entire spine. For those who suffer from lower back pain, it flexes muscles and improves back strength.
  8. Reproductive organs health: It improves fertility, in women improves ovary function and in men function of testis. In addition, in women, it reduces menstrual pain and associated problems.
  9. Throat and neck: It give sufficient stretch for muscles in neck and gives relief from throat pain.

It also is good for pain in neck due to pinched nerves.

In addition, Uttana mandukasana helps in achieving focus, keeps mind relaxed and gives sense of peace.

How to practice Uttana Mandukasana?

  1. On a mat or floor, sit in easy pose or vajrasana.
  2. While sitting in vajrasana, keep knees apart and let both toes touch.
  3. Bring your right arm front and take it back from right shoulder and place right hand palm below left shoulder blade.
  4. Similarly, lift left hand and bring it back behind the left shoulder and place left hand palm below right shoulder blade.
  5. Sit in this position for 3-5 breaths and slowly release and come back to neutral pose.
  • Another way to perform this pose is, while sitting in vajrasana, bring both hands in front of you. Turn the palms up and crisscross the hands one above the other and slowly fold the hands above head and bring it back, placing it below the neck- between shoulder blades. Sit in this position for 3 to 5 breaths and release and come back to neutral position.
  • Caution: Do not practice this pose in case you are suffering from severe elbow pain, problem in knee, arthritis, and hernia.

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Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: July 1, 2022
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