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Sinus problem is a common problem faced by many people. It may be caused due to increased exposure to the contaminants and pollutants in the environment. Sinus gives discomfort to the nasal cavity as it causes constant flow of mucous from the nose. It can also be caused due to allergy and exposure to the environment. It may also cause swelling of the membranes as well as may also cause headache.
Yoga can provide freedom from the ailment of sinus and also provide relief from the side effects of the disease. It helps in restoring normal human balance and provides relief from migraine attack as well as allergic nasal condition. It also provides comfort to the muscles of the nose with the breathing exercises as a part of yoga.
It provides freshness to the mind and the body. The breathing exercise opens the nostrils and provides space so that one can breathe comfortably and there is no struggle for breath. If there is any blockage which causes the voice to be affected then breathing exercises helps to clear off the blockages in the throat region and helps to make the voice clear for the recipient. It provides relief from sneezing and coughing.
Yoga works wonders where medicines don't show good results. Various asanas of yoga like surya namaskar (sun salutation), bhujangasana (crocodile posture), matsyasana (fish positure), sinhasana (lion pose), shavasana (corpse position) and pranayam (breathing exercises) help in providing relief from the pain and trauma caused due to sinus.
Breathing alternatively from one side of the nose and alternatively helps to provide comfort to the nostrils as it provides relief from the blockage in the nose and the throat. This yoga pose is called anulom vilom (alternate nostril breathing). Drinking lot of water also helps in providing freedom from the troubles of sinus. Beverages like tea at night should be avoided as it increases the heat in the body which aids in increase in the effect of sinus.
Yoga exercises show guaranteed results but at the same time extra care should be taken on the dietary intake of the body. Exposure to the cold should be avoided and at the same time consumption of food which is iced or beverages which are cold should be kept at a distance.
Exposure to perfumes and other strong oils too should be avoided as strong smell causes discomfort in the treatment of sinusitis.
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