YOGA FOR HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE
High blood pressure or hypertension is a serious condition that leads to heart attacks, strokes, and even death. This ‘silent killer’ is all the more dangerous because it displays no symptoms. So, the only way you can find out is by getting yourself checked regularly. The next logical step is, of course, to know how to control high blood pressure.
What is hypertension or high blood pressure?
Blood pressure is the force of blood in your arteries. The right pressure varies from person to person and needs to be regulated. Only then will your system function smoothly. The American Heart Association considers 120/80 as the standard blood pressure limit. Pre-hypertension is when your parameter is between 120/80 and 140/90. Anything above 140/90 is hypertension and is dangerous.
causes high blood pressure?
High blood pressure usually develops over time. It can happen because of unhealthy lifestyle choices, such as not getting enough regular physical activity. Certain health conditions, such as diabetes and having obesity, can also increase the risk for developing high blood pressure. High blood pressure can also happen during pregnancy.
Why Yoga asanas are effective in high blood pressure
· Yoga asanas involve breathing consciously and deeply while synchronizing your body movements. They can help control blood pressure naturally, primarily by relieving stress.
· Yoga asanas can soothe the nerves and help slow down an abnormal heart rate.
· Yoga helps in increasing immunity and reducing incidences of heart problems like heart attacks and strokes.
· Lack of sufficient rest is the primary reason for stress and hypertension. Yoga helps regularize sleep habits and patterns.
· Obesity can also lead to hypertension. Regular practice of yoga and an improved diet regulates body weight.
· Yoga gives positive energy to the body and mind. It makes you happier and more hopeful in life. In the long run, this helps to regulate blood pressure levels.
Yoga Asanas for high blood pressure
The following yoga asanas can help lower high blood pressure. However, it would be best to practice them under the guidance of a trained specialist.
Yoga Poses for high blood pressure
· Paschimottanasana (Forward Bend Pose)
· Vajrasana (Diamond Pose)
· Padmasana (Lotus position)
· Shishuasana (Child Pose)
· Shavasana (Corpse Pose)
· Sukhasana (Easy Pose)
· Ardha Matsyendrasana (Sitting Half Spinal Twist)
· Badhakonasana (Butterfly Pose)
· Janusirsasana (One-legged Forward Bend)
· Virasana (hero pose)
· Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose)
· Ardha halasana (half plow pose)
Precautions to observe
Avoid inverted poses like Shirshasana (headstand pose) or adho mukha vrksasana (handstand pose). In these poses, your head is at a lower level than your heart which can lead to a sudden and uncontrolled rush of blood to the head.
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