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Obesity is a global epidemic. Besides looking unattractive, it is also associated with a number of medical problems. Many people develop diabetes, arthritis hypertension, depression, loss of self confidence and become socially isolated. For many years, these individuals had little help to conquer their obesity. Now with Yoga, there is a chance that some of these individuals can revitalize their lives.

Some exercises that are highly beneficial for reduction of fat from stomach are covered in yoga. Remember, you should not attempt any of these on your own unless you have been shown and guided by a certified yoga master or guru.

Power Yoga- lie on your stomach and keep your hands right under your shoulders. Push your upper body backwards using only the back muscles not your hands. In case you find it difficult to ignore the hands, try keeping them over the hips.

Some of the more common words in yoga mean the following Asana - ability to retain a posture Asetya means decent with good morals Aparlgraha one who is devoted to God Brahmacharya means have the ability to control emotions Ishware Pranidhana is one who is faithful and accepts God Niyama (Saucha) one who practices of good hygiene and cleanliness Pranayama- ability to control the 5 senses such as sight, smell, touch, hear and taste Santosha is one who is not greedy but content Satya means true or honesty Tapas - making an effort Svadhyaya is to teach one’s self Yama (ahinsa) is the yoga word for non violence

O Dharana is the ability to focus and maintain concentration O Dhyana is the ability to meditate O Samadhi is one who gets closest to God O Yogasana is a type of exercise

Obese individuals need to take some responsibility for our own health. They just eat too much , even the medical experts believe that overeating is perhaps the biggest cause of obesity. Even under-12s can be prescribed anti-obesity drugs - despite the medication only being licensed for adults - if the problem is bad enough.

How to take care to avoid obesity O Take 10 to 12 glasses of fresh water in 24 hours. O Never eat more than 85% of your capacity at any time. Drink water after an hour of eating meal.

One popular weight loss supplement available in the market today take the form of tea or laxatives . Stores all over sell slimming tea, dieter’s tea and others but all of them are actually the same.Adverse effects of misusing laxatives in the form of slimming tea generally occur when taken in more than or longer than recommended, yet they are not seen as the most effective weight loss solutions.

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