We all include many types of food items in our daily diet, but if these are not digested properly, then physical problems can increase. Therefore, to stay fit, it is as important to follow a good diet as it is to digest it properly. Therefore, today in this article we will learn about some such exercises, which can help in staying away from digestion-related problems.

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  1. Does exercise improve digestion?
  2. 5 exercises for better digestion
  3. Takeaway
Doctors for 5 Easy exercise for healthy digestion

Regular exercise can help maintain the bacterial balance of the digestive system. According to NCBI (National Center for Biotechnology Information), if regular exercise is done, the harmful bacteria present in the intestine can be reduced and the beneficial microorganisms for the body can be increased. Additionally, a 2017 study showed that increased cardiorespiratory activity was associated with an increase in gut bacterial flora, which is beneficial for gut health.

Research also showed that physical exercise is beneficial for the digestive system. The same study found that the problem of chronic inflammation generally reduced in athletes. Along with this, it helped in maintaining a balanced weight. Losing excess weight as per requirement can also help in reducing digestive problems.

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Here we will learn with you about 5 types of easy exercises, which can help in avoiding digestive problems -

Yoga and Stretching

Both yoga and stretching have been said to be beneficial for digestion. This can help in improving physical and mental health, as it reduces stress and strengthens muscles. According to research, yoga reduces the problem of irritable bowel syndrome. At the same time, due to the reduction in stress due to yoga and stretching, problems like constipationstomach achesdiarrhea, or bloating can be avoided.

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Breathing exercise

To stay healthy, one should develop the habit of doing breathing exercises daily. Therefore, you should keep in mind that during breathing exercises, activity is felt in the muscles of the lower abdomen. Inhale and exhale while counting from 1 to 5. Doing this exercise for 5 minutes can benefit the digestive system.

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Walking

Walking for at least 20 minutes daily can not only help in balancing the blood sugar level but also improve digestion. Therefore, include the habit of regular and proper walking in your lifestyle.

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Cycling

Stomach muscles can be strengthened by cycling. Besides, it also releases endorphin hormone, which reduces stress. At the same time, regular cycling can also help in maintaining a balanced body weight.

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Core exercise

For healthy digestion, core exercises i.e. crunch, bridge, or cycling crunch can be done daily. This strengthens the inner wall of the stomach and problems related to bloating or digestion can be avoided.

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Along with improving digestion, exercise can also keep overall health healthy. Therefore, the 5 exercises mentioned above can be included in the daily routine. At the same time, if the problem related to digestion is chronic, then in such a situation consult a doctor, because the doctor can start the right treatment keeping in mind the causes of digestion and the health condition of the patient.

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Dr. Paramjeet Singh.

Dr. Paramjeet Singh.

Gastroenterology
10 Years of Experience

Dr. Nikhil Bhangale

Dr. Nikhil Bhangale

Gastroenterology
10 Years of Experience

Dr Jagdish Singh

Dr Jagdish Singh

Gastroenterology
12 Years of Experience

Dr. Deepak Sharma

Dr. Deepak Sharma

Gastroenterology
12 Years of Experience

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