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Diabetes is a disorder which affects the body. it causes sugar to build up in our bloodstream instead of being used by the cells in the body.

Procedure, benefits and contraindications for Pawanmuktasana Procedure

lie down on your back on a plane surface. Keep your feet together and place your arms beside your body. Take a deep breath. When you exhale bring your knees towards your chest. At the same time press your thighs on your abdomen. Clasp your hands around your legs. Hold the asana when you breathe normally. Every time you inhale, ensure that you loosen the grip. Exhale and release the pose after you rock and roll from side to side three times.

Benefits of Pawanmuktasana:

1. It eases the tension in the lower back.
2. It enhances the blood circulation in the pelvic area.
3. It stimulates the reproductive organs.
4. It helps to cure menstrual disorders.
5. It helps in reducing the fats of the thighs, buttocks and abdominal
6. It strengthens the abdominal muscles.
7. It also massages the intestines and organs of the digestive system which helps in releasing the gas and thus improves digestion.
8. Relieves constipation.

Procedure, benefits and contraindications for Bhujangasana:

The procedure of Bhujangasana: In this asana, the shape of the body remains like a snake that is why it is called Bhujangasana. In order to perform this asana, lie down on the belly on the ground. Keep your hands near the shoulders. Keep your legs close together. Now straighten up your arms slowly, raise the chest. Your head should turn backwards. Keep the position for some time. Then get back to the former position. For good results, perform this asana for 4 to  5 times.

Benefits of Bhujangasana:

1. It alleviates obesity
2. It provides strength and agility
3. It cures the disorders of the urinary bladder
4. It cures the disease of the liver
5. It improves blood circulation
6. It makes the vertebral column flexible and thin
7. It cures gas disorders, constipation and indigestion
8. It strengthens the muscles of hands

Contraindications  of Bhujangasana:

1. People suffering from a hernia, back injuries, headaches, and recent abdominal surgeries should not perform this asana.
2. Pregnant women should not perform this asana.