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Digestion & Gut Health

Yoga practices that support healthy digestion, improve gut function, and help you feel lighter, balanced, and energized.

Vajrasana

Advantages / Benefits

Improves digestion by stimulating abdominal organs

Improves posture and spinal alignment

Disadvantages

May be uncomfortable for people with knee or ankle injuries

Not suitable for people with severe shoulder or spinal problems

Caution / Precautions

Practice on an empty stomach for best benefits

Keep head neutral if neck strain occurs

Pawanmuktasana

Advantages / Benefits

Stimulates digestion and relieves gas or bloating

Strengthens abdominal muscles and lower back

Disadvantages

Not suitable for people with severe knee, hip, or lower back injuries

Overstretching may cause discomfort in the spine or abdomen

Caution / Precautions

Avoid if you have severe spinal, knee, or hip problems

Practice on an empty stomach for best results, or 3–4 hours after meals

Shavasana

Advantages / Benefits

Stimulates and massages abdominal organs

Can aid in relieving gas and bloating

Disadvantages

People with hernia or recent abdominal surgery should avoid

Not suitable for people with severe knee, hip, or lower back injuries

Caution / Precautions

Use a cushion under the knees if needed

Do not force the knees or bend excessively forward

Ardha Matsyendrasana

Advantages / Benefits

Improves spinal flexibility and mobility

Over-twisting can cause discomfort in the lower back

Disadvantages

Incorrect practice may strain the knees, hips, or lower back

Not suitable for people with severe shoulder or spinal problems

Caution / Precautions

Avoid if you have severe spinal, knee, or hip problems

Pregnant women should avoid deep twists

Malasana

Advantages / Benefits

Helps relieve lower back tension and stiffness

Can relieve fatigue in legs and feet

Disadvantages

Overstretching may strain knees or hips

Not suitable for people with severe knee or ankle injuries

Caution / Precautions

Do not force the squat or lean forward excessively

Practice on an empty stomach or 3–4 hours after meals

Balasana

Advantages / Benefits

Helps relieve fatigue and mild back pain

Promotes relaxation and mental clarity

Disadvantages

Overstretching can strain the spine or neck if done incorrectly

May cause discomfort for people with knee or ankle injuries

Caution / Precautions

Use a cushion under knees or forehead if needed

Practice on an empty stomach or 3–4 hours after meals

Paschimottanasana

Advantages / Benefits

Stretches the legs, hips, spine, and chest

Strengthens legs, knees, and ankles

Disadvantages

Incorrect practice may strain the knees, hips, or lower back

Not suitable for people with severe shoulder or spinal problems

Caution / Precautions

Avoid if you have severe spinal, knee, or hip problems

Keep head neutral if neck strain occurs

Supta Matsyendrasana

Advantages / Benefits

Helps detoxify the body and improve circulation

Helps relieve lower back tension and stiffness

Disadvantages

Incorrect practice may strain the spine, hips, or knees

Not suitable for people with severe spinal injuries

Caution / Precautions

Pregnant women should avoid deep twists or modify

Keep shoulders on the floor for stability

Apanasana

Advantages / Benefits

Gently massages the abdominal organs and improves digestion

Stretches the lower back, hips, and spine

Disadvantages

People with hernia or recent abdominal surgery should avoid

Not suitable for people with severe knee, hip, or lower back injuries

Caution / Precautions

Do not pull the knees forcefully toward the chest

Practice on an empty stomach or 3–4 hours after meals

Mayurasana

Advantages / Benefits

Relieves gas, bloating, and mild constipation

Gently massages the abdominal organs and improves digestion

Disadvantages

Not suitable for people with severe knee, hip, or lower back injuries

Overstretching may cause discomfort in the spine or abdomen

Caution / Precautions

Practice on an empty stomach or 3–4 hours after meals

Move slowly to prevent strain