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 5 best yoga asanas to maintain kidney health

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Baddha Konasana (Butterfly Pose)

This seated pose gently compresses the kidneys and lower back, stimulating circulation and detoxification. Sit with your soles of your feet together and knees bent outwards, like a butterfly. Fold forward gently, keeping your spine straight. You can hold this pose for several minutes, breathing deeply. 

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Marichyasana (Twisting Pose)

This twisting pose helps to wring out and detoxify the kidneys. Sit with one leg bent and the other extended. Wrap your arm around the bent leg and twist your torso towards the extended leg. Look over your shoulder and hold for several breaths on each side. 

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Navasana (Boat Pose)

This pose strengthens the core muscles, which support the kidneys. Sit with your legs extended and lean back slightly, balancing on your sitting bones. Engage your core and lift your legs off the ground, keeping your back straight. Hold for several breaths. 

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Supta Baddha Konasana (Reclining Butterfly Pose)

This relaxing pose gently stretches the lower back and hips, while also stimulating the kidneys. Lie on your back with your knees bent and soles of your feet together. Open your knees as wide as comfortable and let your arms rest alongside your body. Hold for several minutes, breathing deeply. 

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Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose)

This pose opens the chest and stretches the front of the body, while also improving blood flow to the kidneys. Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Lift your hips off the ground, pressing through your heels. Hold for several breaths.