A sore throat or a cold can occur in people with low or moderate immune systems. Even if the symptoms are not severe, they can still be bothersome.

What is the Common Cold?

You can spread the virus to others if they are infected. The virus can be applied to others by simple contact with surfaces such as keyboards, doorknobs, and spoons. You can also catch the cold virus from someone sneezing around you.

The virus attaches to your throat and nose. Your immune system will send white blood cells to attack viruses once it has received the signal.

What can yoga do to cure a cold?

Yoga balances the parasympathetic and sympathetic systems, which helps to beat the cold. The immune system supports white blood cells to fight viruses. These white blood cells circulate in the thymus (located in the chest). Yoga asanas, main inversions, can draw these white blood cells into the head and throat. This helps to alleviate congestion and sinusitis.

Basic Asanas In Yoga For Cold Relief

Uttanasana

Uttanasana, or Standing Forward Bend as it is commonly known, can increase blood circulation. It clears out sinus passages, allowing for better breathing and clearing blockages. It stimulates the nervous system and relieves tension and stress.

Adho Mukha Svanasana

Adho Mukha Svanasana, or the Downward Dog Stretch, is an asana in which your heart is higher than your head. This causes a reverse pull in gravity, which aids in proper blood circulation and lymph flow. This mild inversion allows the free flow of white blood cells throughout your body and helps drain the sinuses.

Ustrasana

Camel Pose is also known as this asana. It opens the chest and clears all passages. While in this position, it is essential to breathe deeply. This will open up any blocked areas that may be causing your cold.

Viparita Karani

The Legs Up The Wall pose is excellent for respiratory problems. This asana will help you get rid of any backaches or headaches accompanying a cold. This asana helps to calm the mind, strengthen your body and reduce fatigue that often follows a common cold. This asana allows your immune cells to circulate throughout your body.

Setu Bandhasana

A versatile asana, the Setu Bandhasana (or Bridge Pose) is the Setu Bandhasana. This is an excellent way of opening your chest. The asana also increases blood flow to the head, opening the sinuses. The thymus glands are activated by this asana, one of the major organs of your immune system.

Dhanurasana

Dhanurasana, or the Bow Pose, stretches your stomach, back, neck, and shoulders. You can also open up your neck and chest. It will help you breathe better if you have a cold. This asana can be used to relax, especially if you cannot sleep due to the cold. This asana is invigorating and requires full and deep breaths. If you feel short of breath, don’t try to hold this pose for any longer than necessary.

Halasana

This pose is excellent for sinusitis sufferers and helps to restore adrenal function. This increases blood circulation and creates a pathway for detox. This position resets your parasympathetic systems, which allows it to heal your body more efficiently.

Matsyasana

As you do this asana, raise your chest and open your throat. This helps to improve your breathing. To aid in recovery from a cold, you can use a cushion, bolster, or yoga block to support your upper thoracic spine.

Salamba Sirsasana

This is one of the most challenging and complex yoga asanas. This asana helps to revitalize your body, detoxify your system and drain your head. This asana increases your immunity and helps you fight off a cold. If you feel disoriented or need support, it is recommended to try the position against a wall during a brutal bout.

Shavasana

Shavasana, a profoundly relaxing pose, is one of the best. You can rest your body by doing the Shavasana when you get a cold. It helps to energize it and makes it more resilient against cold-causing viruses.

Inversions of yoga asanas help to treat a cold. They draw white blood cells to the area, such as the throat and head, that are affected by a cold. These cells help to fight viruses and clear congestion. These asanas can boost immunity, increase blood and lymph circulation and drain out sinuses. They also clear out the passages inside the chest and throat. These yoga poses can be used to prevent or treat colds from coming on in the new season.