Benefits of Practicing Yoga for Immunity and Stressed free Amidst COVID-19

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PATHSALA: While the second wave of COVID-19 has already spread panic due to oxygen shortage and lack of medical facilities in India, experts are warning of a covid third wave soon which leaves us with no option but to prioritize our health and immunity system like never before. A girl from Pathsala in Bajali district of Assam teaches yoga through online class to improve immunity and stressed free.

Smita Parashar (24) completed her Bachelor degree in physical education (specialization in Yoga) from Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education and is pursuing MA in Yogic Science and Naturopathy (3rd semester) from Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankaradeva Viswavidyalaya. She also planted trees in front of her residential house to increase oxygen level. She teaches yoga by using a mobile phone in her courtyard.

Smita Parashar said, "During this time, it is important to understand that mental health is very important for survival. To help with this growing level of anxiety and depression, we must lead a healthy lifestyle, stay connected to our loved ones, and practice yoga at home."

"As we all know that India is facing oxygen crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic. So, we have to maintain our immunity at home. Yoga is a great practice for everyone as it has many health benefits and it comes with zero side-effects. During this period, our main approach should be boosting our immunity and eating healthy, which will really help us to fight this virus," she added.

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