As a busy mom with high blood sugar, what yoga style is best for controlling glucose?

Ans: Namaste!! Yoga asanas not only keeps you physically fit but also improves your mental health by keeping away from stress and anxiety. Asanas are known to improve blood circulation to your heart and arteries thus allowing proper circulation throughout the body. keeping high blood pressure under control. Restorative inversions in asanas can help people with all endocrinal disorders including diabetes.

Ans: Hi Satish, I have already answered this question before; please look up the previous answers. To reiterate, In terms of postures, it is best when yoga is combined with breathing exercises, so please make time for both. Here are a few options to consider for Blood Pressure - Child Pose (Balasana), Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana), Legs up the wall pose (Viparita Karani), Corpse Pose (Savasana), Diaphragmatic Breathing (Adham Pranayama), Sectional Breathing (Vibhaga Pranayama), Alternate Nostril Breathing (Anulom Vilom), 4-7-8 breathing and Bhramari. For Diabetes, you can additionally try including Bow Pose or Dhanurasana as well. You should always listen to your body and not practice anything that feels uncomfortable. It is also good to check with a physician before starting any new exercise routine.

Ans: Namaste!
Regular yoga practice can definitely help one improve flexibility and reduce stress while lowering blood pressure and blood sugar levels in diabetic patients. Statistics have shown that yoga can eventually reverse mild or pre-diabetic conditions when practiced regularly.

Ans: Yoga can be very effective in helping the body use insulin more efficiently and manage blood sugar levels naturally. While yoga doesn’t directly "increase" insulin, certain poses, breathing techniques, and practices improve insulin sensitivity, which means your cells use insulin better.

Here are some specific practices that may help:

Kapalbhati Pranayama (Skull-Shining Breath): This breathing technique stimulates the pancreas, helping regulate insulin production and improve metabolism. Start with 1-2 minutes daily, gradually increasing as comfortable.

Twisting Poses: Poses like Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose) and Supta Matsyendrasana (Supine Twist) gently massage the pancreas, helping regulate insulin levels.

Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) and Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose): These backbends stimulate abdominal organs, including the pancreas, supporting better insulin function.

Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations): Practicing Sun Salutations slowly and mindfully can boost overall circulation and metabolism, which helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels.

It’s best to practice these poses with a coach to ensure proper technique. With guidance and regular practice, yoga can be a valuable part of managing insulin sensitivity.

R. Pushpa, M.Sc (Yoga)
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