By Neha Yadav
Published Nov 15, 2023

Hindustan Times
Lifestyle

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5 yoga poses to boost brain health

Practising yoga is great for both body and the mind. It can be highly effective in maintaining fitness and improving your mental health. 

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Here are 5 yoga poses that you can practice to boost your brain health.

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Pranayama

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This yoga asana is excellent in controlling your breathing and improving your respiratory health that directly impacts your brain health. It improves the oxygen supply to your brain and provides a calming effect.

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Paschimottanasana

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This seated forward bend yoga pose is effective in providing relief from stress buildup. It relaxes your mind and body and boosts your brain health.

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Sarvangasana

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Also known as the shoulder stand pose, this yoga asana is good for improving your brain health as it helps boost the supply of blood to the hypothalamus and pineal glands of your brain.

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Setu Bandhasana

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This bridge pose makes your neck and spine stronger and relaxes stiff muscles. It improves the blood circulation to the brain and promotes calmness.

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Sirsasana

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Sirsasana is also known as the headstand pose and it boosts the blood flow from your legs to your brain. It reduces stress and ensures optimum functioning of the brain.

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