The liver and kidneys work tirelessly to filter waste and maintain overall health. Beyond sufficient hydration and nutritious eating, regular physical exercise also contributes to improving the function of these two organs.

Yoga twisting poses

Yoga poses like the seated half spinal twist or seated twists stimulate the liver and kidneys, increasing blood flow and aiding in toxin elimination.

How to perform: Sit with a straight back, bend one leg, and place the other foot outside the thigh. Inhale, raise your arms, and exhale, twisting your torso with your breath. Hold for a few breaths, then relax and switch sides.

Jumping jacks

This simple cardio exercise increases heart rate, improves blood circulation, and lymphatic drainage, thereby assisting the liver and kidneys in detoxification.

How to perform: Stand straight with your feet together and arms relaxed. Jump, spreading your legs wide while simultaneously raising your arms overhead, then jump back to the starting position. Perform continuously at a steady pace for about 10 minutes daily.

Plank pose

Plank strengthens abdominal and core muscles, supporting the function of internal organs, including the liver and kidneys.

How to perform: Lie face down, place your forearms on the floor with elbows directly under your shoulders. Extend your legs straight back, lifting your body to form a straight line from head to heels. Engage your abdominal muscles, keep your back straight, breathe steadily, and hold the pose for 30-60 seconds, gradually increasing as your body adapts.

Gentle stretching exercises

Stretching movements like side bends or the cat-cow pose can increase blood circulation and oxygen supply to the liver and kidneys, supporting natural detoxification.

How to perform: Kneel on a mat with your hands placed directly under your shoulders. Inhale, arch your back, lift your chest and head; exhale, round your back, pull in your abdomen, and tuck your chin. Alternate between the two poses with slow, steady breaths.

Squats

Squats activate large muscle groups, promoting blood circulation and lymphatic flow, thereby assisting the liver and kidneys in detoxification.

How to perform: Stand straight with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing slightly outward. Inhale, push your hips back, and bend your knees, keeping your back straight and chest open. Lower your body until your thighs are nearly parallel to the floor, then exhale, pushing through your heels to return to a standing position.

Bao Bao (According to Times of India)

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