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Yoga-related injury rising in elderly

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Yoga-related injury rising in elderlyNew York : Practising yoga may have many health benefits, but yoga-related injury rates are rising, especially for older adults above 65 years of age, researchers say.

“Yoga injuries are relatively rare, but the incidence tends to rise with the age of the participant,” said lead author Thomas Swain, research assistant at the University of Alabama, in the US.

“The study found that the injury rate is increasing over time, which may be a reflection of the increase in popularity of yoga, leading to an increase in inexperienced participants who do not take necessary precautions to avoid injury,” he added.

According to the study, the overall rate of yoga-related injuries in the US climbed to 17 per 100,000 participants in 2014, up from 10 per 100,000 in 2001.

For people aged 65 and above, the injury rate was 58 per 100,000 participants.

Individuals aged 45-64 saw an injury rate of 18 per 100,000, while those between 18-44 years of age had an injury rate of 12 per 100,000.

Nearly half were injuries to the trunk, and sprains or strains accounted for 45 per cent of all injuries.

The incidence of fracture was three times higher in the elderly than in the younger population, Swain observed.

As with any sport or physical activity, it is important to be sure you are physically capable of the undertaking, the authors said.

“Talk to your physician before taking up yoga, be cautious, and recognise your personal limitations, particularly if you are over 65,” Swain noted.

“One needs to understand that some poses might be too challenging and inappropriate. A qualified, certified yoga instructor can help you with that assessment and is essential to a safe experience,” added Gerald McGwin, professor at University of Alabama.

The study was published in the Orthopedic Journal of Sports Medicine.

 

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These three drinks can be a blessing for your gas and acidity problems

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ily foods, spicy dishes, fried fares… Done it all and regretting it? If you’re suffering from acid reflux, you probably know what to eat and what to avoid. But is there anything to relieve you from such digestive issues? Well, there are certain drinks for acidity to improve your digestive health, if you consume them regularly.

Ready to find out? Let’s go!

In an Instagram video, nutritionist and health coach Neha Ranglani has suggested that to calm your acid reflux, you need to help your food get digested well. This can be done by improving your stomach acid production and healing your stomach cells. And these drinks that she has suggested, can help with just that, allowing you to digest your food well without the burn.

Here are 6 drinks for acidity:

1. Cucumber juice

Cucumber is a favourite salad ingredient in summer because of its cooling properties. Consuming cucumber juice can be really beneficial for relievingacid reflux because it is highly nutritious as it provides your body with both fibre and water which is needed for better digestion and has a low calorie volume. What’s more? It can also keep you full and help you avoid reaching out to junk foods!

2. Lemon water

Lemon can do you a world of good! Being rich in vitamin C and B and minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, and magnesium—drinking lemon water regularly will not only help you burn fat but will resolve your digestive issues such as acidity. Moreover, lemon water contains laxative properties that can help improve your bowel movements and clear toxins from the body, keeping you hydrated.

3. Ginger water

Ginger aka adrak, is a very well known ingredient that has been used for ages to help relieve acidity and gas. Also, if you are facing digestive issues due to overeating or undigested food, consuming ginger water can help in emptying your stomach. You can also consume it by adding it to soups, subzi or curry, and even tea. Remember that you’re not allowed to consume ginger in excess amounts.

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