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How Can Yoga Help You Improve Immunity?

​COVID-19 has taken the world by storm. Almost every country in the world is facing this catastrophe. People all around the globe are concerned about their health. From maintaining personal hygiene to health insurance to keeping a distance from people, everyone is taking measures to protect themselves. Other than that people are also trying to boost up their immune system. Eating a balanced diet, regular physical exercise, and doing yoga are some of the ways by which one can boost up their immune system. Today we are going to talk about yoga and how it can help you enhance your immunity. 

How Does Yoga Help in Boosting Immunity?


Yoga has not only been used to reduce stress and enhance mental wellness, but it has also been used to boost immunity. There are several benefits of yoga and one of which is the immune system. Today, we are going to talk about a few yoga poses that you can do at home to enhance your immunity. Here are some yoga poses: 

Pranayama


This is one of the most popular and effective yoga poses that can enhance immunity. This yoga pose promotes deep breathing. This helps in easing stress hormone, smoothen nervous distress, and heart rate. This benefits immunity a lot. Given below are some steps by which one can perform this yoga pose:

  • ​You should sit in a way in which you feel comfortable, either kneel on the ground or legs crossed.
  • You should sit with your back straight and head elevated.
  • You should then inhale a deep breath and then slowly exhale.
  • You should do 4 repetitions of 15 sets each.

    • Matsyasana (Fish Pose) Variation


    Matsyasana or fish pose is one of the yoga poses that detoxifies your body and enhance your energy levels. These yoga poses also relieve congestion and open up nasal passageways. Given below are some steps by which one can perform this yoga pose:

  • You should start by slowly elevating your head and raise your chest.
  • You should feel relaxed, your shoulders and chest should be kept easy. Open your arms wide. 
  • Your palms should be facing up, and you should spread your legs straight down.
  • To get the maximum benefits, you should stay in this position for at least 2-3 minutes.

    • Uttanasana (Forward Bend)


    This yoga is considered as one of the best poses that helps in relieving congestion and protects the mucus and sinuses membranes. It is one of the easiest yoga poses that can enhance the immune system. Given below are some steps by which one can perform this yoga pose:
  • You should stretch your feet to hip-distance apart from the standing position.
  • You should gently start to fold and slightly bend your knees. After that, you should relax your hips.
  • If you are doing this yoga pose for a long time, then you should rest your hands on the floor. Otherwise, you can place your hands on the thighs or ankles.
  • You should stay in this yoga position for 5-10 breaths.

    • In this lockdown, you should do yoga at home to enhance your immunity. You should buy health insurance​ from a reputable insurer to ensure overall protection.