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• Clear Anxiety with this pose: All About Ardha Kurmasana...

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• Heart Healthy Summar Latkes: Quick, sweet & healthy snack...

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Ardha Kurmasana (Half Tortoise Pose)- Clear Anxiety

Ardha Kurmasana is also known as Half Tortoise Yoga Asana. Due to its resemblance to a tortoise, it is known as the tortoise pose. This yoga asana can prove to be very beneficial to your body in every possible way. By performing this asana regularly and properly our bodies can be rejuvenated. The organs get stretched to their maximum with every movement of this asana.

The shoulder movement gets improved and so do the muscles in the corresponding areas. The abdominal muscles get toned and become more flexible. The asana stretches the lower part of the lungs which is good for your breathing. It also increases lung capacity which proves to be crucial if you have breathing problems like asthma. The pressure put on your neck and head improves migraine problems.

It can be stated as a stress buster due to its stress-relieving capacity. Stomach-related problems are solved too. If you suffer from indigestion or constipation this asana helps to improve it greatly. The digestive system is up and running with the help of the asana.

A fresh supply of blood is provided to each and every organ for a smooth flowing bodily system. It relaxes the brain through the fresh supply of blood. Many of your sleeping problems are addressed by performing this asana. It is a good cure for insomnia. Backache problems can be termed as a thing of past. Ardha Kurmasana stretches the spine which relieves you from any backache or spine problems. Due to the level of blood circulation, your heart remains fit and fine. The bending and stretching increases the level of flexibility of your arms and hips. Toning gives great shape to your body which keeps you positive and healthy. The internal organs are massaged very well to bring the extra zest needed for your body. It serves as a great remedy for anemic as well as diabetic patients. The pressure on the thigh and legs makes it strong and sturdy.

It also tones the thigh muscles due to the position in which the asana is done. The spine is elongated by the stretch provided during the asana. It is a benefit in disguise, as it cures many ailments. Warning: The reader of this article should exercise all precautions before following any of the asanas from this article and the site. To avoid any problems while doing the asanas, it is advised that you consult a doctor and a yoga instructor. The responsibility lies solely with the reader and not with the site or the writer.

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🧘 MEDITATION 101:

HOW DO I OBSERVE MY BREATH? Observing the breath is the main technique used by people who practice vipassana—“insight” or “mindfulness” meditation. This Buddhist practice translates to “see clearly” or “look deeply.” You can observe your breath by counting inhalations and exhalations as you would in pranayama practice, or simply by watching the breath come and go, without changing it. To focus your meditation on your breath, observe its nuances. Notice how it moves in your abdomen and chest, and how it feels as it comes in and out of your nose. Become aware of its quality and temperature without dwelling on or judging these details. Remain detached from what you’re observing. Simply allow yourself to be with the breath from moment to moment.

Heart-Healthy Summer Latkes

Hands-On Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

These lightened latkes are inspired by a Hanukkah classic. They swap nutrient-dense sweet potatoes for regular russets and are baked rather than fried. Grated apple lends the potato pancakes even more sweetness and intrigue.

Ingredients:  Olive oil, for the baking sheets 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and grated (about 5 cups) 1 McIntosh apple, grated 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup brown rice flour ¼ tsp ground cinnamon, plus more for sprinkling Pinch each sea salt and black pepper 5 tbsp plain whole-milk Greek yogurt

Instructions: 1. Heat the oven to 400° and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Coat the parchment with oil. 2. Place grated sweet potatoes and apple in a towel and squeeze out any extra liquid. 3. In a large bowl, combine sweet potatoes, apple, eggs, flour, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Using ¼ cup mixture, pack into a ball and place on a baking sheet. Flatten with a spatula to make a round disk. Repeat with the remaining mixture to make about 20 small disks. 4. Bake for 10 minutes, flip, and return baking sheets to the oven, rotating racks. Bake for an additional 10 minutes, until latkes are golden brown. Serve with 1 tbsp of yogurt per 4 latkes.

NUTRITIONAL INFO (4 latkes and 1 tbsp yogurt): Calories: 222, Fat: 4 g, Sat. Fat: 1 g, Carbs: 40 g, Fiber: 4 g, Sugars: 8 g, Protein: 7 g, Sodium: 77 mg, Cholesterol: 77 mg

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