Yoga is known as one of the most effective forms of relaxation and health care. Besides improving the physical condition, it can also have a positive impact on mental health, on allergic rhinitis and other health problems.
One of the ways to relieve allergic rhinitis is by performing certain yoga positions.
1. Sukhasana (Comfortable Pose) – Sit on the floor with your legs crossed, with your palms resting on your knees. Keep your pelvis flat with the ground and your spine straight. Breathe evenly and deeply. To make it more comfortable, you can sit on a cushion. This position can be used to relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinitis because it stimulates breathing and reduces tension in the body.
2. Bhujangasana (Cobra) – This position is excellent for improving breathing, which can be very beneficial for people who have allergic rhinitis. Lie on your stomach with your palms on the floor under your shoulders. Raise your upper body, using your back muscles, and hold the position for at least 15 seconds. Repeat several times. This will strengthen the back muscles and improve breathing, which can help relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinitis.
3. Viparita Karani (Legs against the wall) – Lie on your back and raise your legs against the wall. Stay in this position for at least 5 minutes breathing evenly. This position will reduce the symptoms of allergic rhinitis and improve blood flow.
4. Matsyasana (Fish) – Sit on the floor with your legs crossed or extended. Lower yourself to the floor first on one elbow and then on the other, bending back and lifting your chest and lower the top of your head to the floor. Keep your pelvis and legs on the floor. This position reduces the symptoms of allergic rhinitis, improves breathing and regulates blood flow.
5. Sukh Purvak (Alternate Nostril Breathing) – This exercise is great for improving breathing and effectiveness in the body, and it also calms the mind. Sit in a comfortable position with a straight spine. Relax your shoulders and place your palms on your knees. Use your right hand to close your right nostril and inhale through your left nostril. Then close the left nostril and exhale through the right. So inhale through the right nostril, close it, and exhale through the left nostril. Repeat this process several times. This exercise will improve breathing and reduce the symptoms of allergic rhinitis.
In conclusion, yoga can be a very effective way to relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinitis and make you feel better. However, before doing any of these exercises, consult a yoga professional or your doctor, especially if you have other health problems.