Yoga

Yoga can never be underestimated. Yoga is any of several Hindu disciples aimed at training the consciousness for a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquility; especially  a system of exercises practiced to promote control of the body and mind. According to Natalie Nevins (DO, a board-certified osteopathic family physician and certified Kundalini Yoga instructor in Hollywood, California), “The purpose of yoga is to create strength, awareness and harmony in both the mind and body.”

While there are more than 100 different types, or schools, of yoga, most sessions are typically include breathing exercises, meditation, and assuming postures (sometimes called asana or poses) that stretch and flex various muscle groups.

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Ways You Can Take Care of Your Liver

Healthy Lifestyle
Eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly help the liver to work well. Eating an unhealthy diet can lead to liver disease. For example, a person who eats a lot of fatty foods is at higher risk of being overweight and having non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

  • Eat foods from all the food groups: grains, protein, dairy, fruits, vegetables, and fats
  • Eat foods that have a lot of fiber such as fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grain breads, rice and cereals

Limit the Amount of Alcohol You Drink
Alcohol can damage or destroy liver cells. Liver damage can lead to the build up of fat in your liver (fatty liver), inflammation or swelling of your liver (alcoholic hepatitis), and/or scarring of your liver (cirrhosis). For people with liver disease, even a small amount of alcohol can make the disease worse. Talk to your doctor about what amount of alcohol is right for you.

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