Question

13 What do you mean by Diabetes? Discuss the procedure, benefits and
contraindications of Bhujangasana.​

Answer 1

Explanation:

1) 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.

2) 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.

3) It alleviates obesity

It provides strength and agility

It cures the disorders of the urinary bladder

It cures the disease of the liver

It improves blood circulation

It makes the vertebral column flexible and thin

It cures gas disorders, constipation and indigestion

It strengthens the muscles of hands

4 ) People suffering from a hernia, back injuries, headaches, and recent abdominal surgeries should not perform this asana.

Pregnant women should not perform this asana.

Answer 2

Answer:

Diabetes, commonly known as Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder, also called blood sugar.

Bhujangasana or cobra pose is beneficial for diabetes.

Explanation:

• Diabetes, commonly known as Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder, also called blood sugar.

• It represents the condition when the body is with high sugar levels in the blood. The body fails to effectively use the insulin produced in or the pancreas fails to produce enough insulin.

• Bhujangasana or cobra pose or cobra stretch is beneficial for diabetes.

The procedures, benefits and contraindications are discussed as follows:

Procedures:

• The shape of the body remains like a snake which is why it is called the Cobra pose or Cobra stretch.

• It can be achieved by lying down on the stomach on the ground or floor. The hands should be kept near the shoulders.

• The legs should be kept close together and stretched backwards.

• The chest should be raised, followed by strengthening the arms slowly and the head should turn backwards.

• This pose should be performed 4 to 5 times for better results.

Contraindications:

Cobra pose should not be performed by

• Pregnant and menstruating women
• People suffering from back injuries, hernia, abdominal surgeries or headaches etc.

Benefits:

• It is good for preventing constipation and improper bowel movement issues. Keeping the digestive system clear and healthy is crucial for diabetic patients.

• It improves cardiovascular and respiratory functioning.

• It helps in releasing stress and fatigue.

• It improves body flexibility and prevents arthritis-chronic ailments that diabetic patients are vulnerable to.