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Ingestion: The digestive process begins in the mouth. Food is partly broken down by the
process
of
chewing
and
by
the
chemical
action
of
salivary
enzymes.
These
enzymes
are
produced
by
the
salivary
glands
and
break
down
starches
into
smaller
molecules.
Digestion:
After
being
chewed
and
swallowed,
the
food
enters
the
esophagus.
The
esophagus
is
a
long
tube
that
runs
from
the
mouth
to
the
stomach.
It
uses
rhythmic,
wave-
like
muscle
movements
(called
peristalsis)
to
force
food
from
the
throat
into
the
stomach.
In
the
stomach
the
food
gets
mixed
with
gastric
acid
&
breaks
the
larger
molecules
of
food
into
smaller
molecules.
Absorption:
After
this
the
partly
digested
food
enters
the
small
intestine
where,
bile
(produced
in
the
liver
and
stored
in
the
gall
bladder),
pancreatic
enzymes,
and
other
digestive
enzymes
produced
by
the
inner
wall
of
the
small
intestine
help
in
the
further
breakdown
of
food.
This
is
absorbed
into
the
bodily
fluids
(blood
&
lymph)
which
in
turn
make
it
available
to
all
the
cells
in
the
body.
Elimination:
Finally
the
indigestible
waste
in
the
form
of
urine
or
feces
is
eliminated.
Through
rectum
and
anus.
Sarvangasana
(Shoulder
Stand):
This
asana
is
essentially
known
for
its
ability
to
regulate
the
working
of
the
thyroid
glands.
These
glands
are
responsible
for
the
proper
functioning
of
the
entire
body
including
the
digestive,
nervous,
reproductive
system,
regulating
metabolism
and
respiratory
system.
Apart
from
that
,
it
nourishes
the
spine
with
a
good
supply
of
blood
and
oxygen,
helping
you
beat
nervous
system
disorders,
and
improving
your
all
round
health.
To
do
this
pose,
lie
on
a
yoga
mat
with
your
legs
extending
outwards.
Now
slowly
raise
your
legs
either
by
first
folding
them
at
the
knees
or
by
lifting
them
straight.
Place
your
palms
along
your
back
and
hips
to
support
it,
and
raise
your
body
while
pointing
your
toes
to
the
ceiling.
All
your
weight
should
be
on
your
shoulders.
Make
sure
you
breathe
slowly
and
lock
your
chin
into
your
chest.
Your
elbows
should
be
touching
the
floor
and
your
back
should
be
supported.
Hold
this
pose
for
as
long
as
you
are
comfortable.
To
return
to
the
lying
position,
slowly
lower
your
body.
Do
not
simply
fall
back
to
the
lying
position.
Do
not
do
this
pose
if
you
suffer
from
any
neck
or
spinal
injuries.
If
you
do
have
high
blood
pressure,
perform
this
exercise
only
under
supervision.
Trikonasana
(Triangle
Pose):
This
asana
strengthens
your
legs,
knees,
ankles
and
chest.
It
also
helps
improve
digestion
and
improves
ones
rate
of
metabolism.
Apart
from
that
it
improves
mental
equilibrium
making
you
calmer,
reduces
anxiety
and
stress,
thereby
helping
you
beat
acidity
and
stress
related
stomach
ailments
like
constipation.
Stand
up
straight,
now
spread
your
legs
apart.
Turn
one
foot
outwards
such
that
your
toes
are
facing
sideways
and
turn
your
other
foot
slightly
inwards.
Now,
stretch
your
arms
sideways.
Bend
at
your
hips
and
lower
one
arm
towards
the
outward
turned
leg
while
allowing
the
other
arm
to
rise
up
towards
the
sky.
Make
sure
you
distribute
your
body
weight
equally
on
both
your
legs.
Now,
breathe
out
when
you
bend
down.
Place
your
arm
either
on
your
ankle,
shin
or
knee.
If
you
are
extremely
flexible,
try
to
touch
the
floor
with
your
palm.
Breathe
in
and
out
softly
and
allow
your
body
to
relax.
Make
sure
your
hips
are
straight
and
you
are
not
bending
backwards
or
forwards.
Hold
this
pose
for
five
breath
counts.
Now,
exhale
and
come
up
to
the
standing
position.
Repeat
this
on
the
other
side.
It
is
recommended
that
you
do
not
push
yourself
too
much
while
doing
this
pose,
take
your
time
to
gain
some
flexibility.
Do
not
do
this
pose
if
you
have
high
or
low
blood
pressure,
a
neck
or
back
injury,
suffer
from
migraines
or
have
diarrhea.
Bhujangasana
(Cobra
Pose):
This
asana
opens
up
the
chest,
improves
breathing,
reduces
stress,
strengthens
the
shoulders,
back
and
abdomen
and
more
importantly
improves
circulation,
digestion
and
relieves
constipation.
The
pose
is
great
in
helping
the
stomach
acids
function normally thereby helping you beat symptoms like acidity, constipation etc.
Lie
flat
on
the
floor
on
your
stomach.
Place
your
forehead
on
the
floor
and
your
feet
flat
on
the
ground.
Make
sure
your
feet
and
heels
are
slightly
touching
each
other.
Place
your
hands
with
your
palms
facing
downwards
right
next
to
your
shoulders
with
your
elbows
as
close
as
possible
to
your
body.
Make
sure
they
do
not
flare
out.
Now,
exhale
and
lift
your
upper
body
one
part
at
a
time
first
your
head,
chest
then
your
back
and
pelvis.
At
this
point
make
sure
your
hands
are
straight
and
elbows
are
locked.
Make
sure
your
navel
is
in
contact
with
the
floor
and
you
are
placing
equal
pressure
on
both
hands.
Now
breathe
in
and
out
slowly
and
try
to
calm
your
mind.
To
get
out
of
the
pose,
breathe
out
and
gently
come
back
down
to
the
lying
position.
To
sit
up
again,
turn
to
your
side
and
get
up
with
the
help
of
your
palms.
Do
not
do
this
pose
if
you
have
a
wrist
injury,
are
pregnant
or
have
a
back
injury.
PavanaMuktsana
(Wind
Relieving
Pose):
As
its
name
states,
this
asana
releases
unwanted
and
toxic
gases
from
the
digestive
system.
The
removal
of
this
excess
air
helps
to
improve
the
quality
and
efficiency
of
your
digestive
system.
It
also
relieves
indigestion,
bloating,
flatulence,
acidity,
and
constipation. This
pose
also
helps
to
release
tension
in
the
lower
back,
hips,
and
thighs.
It
soothes
stiffness
in
the
spine,
while
toning
the
muscles
of
the
abdominal
wall.
Begin
by
lying
on
your
back,
with
your
legs
and
arms
extended.
Inhale
and
bring
the
right
knee
close
to
your
chest
and
touch
the
heel
to
the
buttock.
While
exhaling,
clasp
the
fingers
together
at
the
knee,
and
touch
the
nose
to
the
knee.
Hold
this
pose
for
a
minute.
Inhale
and
lower
the
neck
to
the
floor.
While
exhaling,
release
the
fingers
and
stretch
the
right
leg
straight.
Repeat
the
process
using
the
left
leg.
Do
not
practice
this
pose
if
you
are
recovering
from
abdominal
surgery
or
a
hernia.
Also,
avoid
this
pose
if
you
have
a
spinal
injury
or
sciatica.
Pregnant
women
should
also
not
practice
this
pose.
Ushtrasana
(Camel
pose): This
asana
brings
flexibility
in
chest,
abdomen
and
neck.
It
stretches
the
stomach
and
intestines,
alleviating
constipation
thereby
stimulating
the
abdominal
organs.
It
also
reduces
the
fats
on
the
stomach
&
Improve
digestion.
It
stimulates
the
thyroid
gland.
Sit
up
on
the
knees
with
the
heels
of
the
feet
pressed
against
the
buttocks
and
the
calves
of
the
legs
flat
on
the
floor.
Reach
backward,
grasp
the
left
ankle
with
the
left
hand
and
right
ankle
with
the
right
hand.
Inhale
through
the
nostrils
and
lift
the
buttocks
off
the
legs
arching
the
back
and
thrusting
the
abdomen
forward
and
tilt
the
head
as
far
back
as
possible.
Those
having
problems
related
to
neck,
knee
and
back
injury
should
not
perform
this
asana.
Lower
back
pain
patients
should
avoid
this
asana.
Person
suffering
from
high
or
low
blood
pressure
and
migraine
should
avoid
this
asana.
Ardha
Matsyendrasana
(Half
Spinal
Twist):
This
asana
increases
the
flexibility
in
each
vertebrae
of
the
spine.
It
also
massages
the
abdominal
organs,
helping
to
relieve
constipation
and
improve
digestion.
Kneel
and
sit
on
your
feet
with
your
heels
pointing
outward. Lift
your
left
leg
over
your
right,
placing
the
foot
against
the
outside
of
the
right
knee.
Bring
your
right
heel
in
close
to
your
buttocks.
Keep
the
spine
erect. Stretch
your
arms
out
to
the
sides
at
shoulder
level,
and
twist
around
to
the
left.
Now
bring
the
right
arm
down
on
the
outside
of
the
left
knee
and
hold
your
left
foot
with
your
right
hand,
placing
your
left
hand
on
the
floor
behind
you.
As
you
exhale,
twist
as
far
as
possible
to
the
left.
Look
over
the
left
shoulder.
Repeat
the
sequence
on
the
other
side.
People
with
hernia
or
peptic
ulcer
should
be
careful
while
performing
this
pose.
People
with
severe
back
or
spinal
problems
should
practice
this
pose
under
expert
supervision.