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After meals, try these yoga poses to boost digestion and metabolism.
Start with a simple kneeling pose, focusing on your breath.
Then, stand straight in Samasthiti, or try Gomukhasana and Ardha Matsyendrasana for a deeper stretch and internal massage.
Lastly, Baddha Konasana can help stimulate the abdominal region and alleviate discomfort.
Remember, yoga isn't just about flexibility, it's also a great way to enhance your overall well-being.

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You can perform these yoga poses on a filled stomach

Yoga after meals: Asanas you can do after eating 

By Anujj Trehaan

Edited by Lahari Basu

Jul 01, 2024

12:58 pm

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It is often said that one should keep a gap of three to four hours between meals and exercises. However, there are certain yoga asanas that you can easily do right after eating! Yes, these asanas help you digest food, prevent you from having indigestion, and even assist in weight loss. Without any further ado, let us familiarize you with five such yoga poses.

Yoga 1

Vajrasana

This is one of the easiest yoga poses you can do after having your meals. It helps improve digestion. Begin by kneeling and sitting on your buttocks. Keep your spine straight and place your left palm on your left knee and right palm on your right knee. Once comfortable, focus on your breathing. Maintain this position for at least five minutes.

Yoga 2

Samasthiti

You can do this yoga asana on a full stomach as it is known to boost digestion and enhance metabolism. Stand straight and join your feet. As you keep your back straight and posture upright, let your arms hang loosely by your side. Ensure that they don't come in contact with each other. Close your eyes and focus on your breathing.

Yoga 3

Gomukhasana

Sit and fold your knees. Now bring your right knee over your left knee and position your feet close to your hips. Move your left arm behind your back and then bend your elbow and reach for your shoulders. Take your right arm overhead, bend the elbow, and interlock the fingers of both hands. It's done! Repeat with the other side.

Yoga 4

Ardha Matsyendrasana

Sit with legs extended. Cross your right foot over the left knee, placing it flat on the ground. Hug your right knee with the left arm while twisting your torso. Gently look over your right shoulder. This twist stimulates digestion, massages internal organs, and relieves stiffness in the spine. It also enhances spinal flexibility and can ease discomfort associated with indigestion or bloating.

Yoga 5

Baddha Konasana

Sit with the soles of your feet together, forming a diamond shape with legs. Hold your ankles with your hands and gently press the knees towards the floor. Hold this pose for at least 30 seconds while breathing deeply. This pose stimulates the abdominal region, improving digestion. It stretches the inner thighs and hips, enhances flexibility, and can alleviate menstrual discomfort.