Feeling bloated, gassy, or acidic before or after meals? It might not just be the food—your posture and movement can make a big difference. Certain yoga poses, when practiced just before eating, can help gently activate your digestive system, reduce discomfort, and prepare your body for smoother digestion.
These beginner-friendly asanas not only relieve symptoms like gas, acidity, and bloating but also build long-term digestive strength when done regularly. Try these 10 simple yoga poses before your next meal to support a lighter, more comfortable gut.
10 Yoga Poses to Try Before Eating for Relief from Gas and Acidity
1. Vajrasana (Thunderbolt Pose)
Sit on your heels with your spine straight. This calming pose improves blood flow to the stomach and helps reduce gas and acidity.
2. Pawanmuktasana (Wind-Relieving Pose)
Lying on your back, bring your knees to your chest. This posture is great for releasing trapped gas and easing bloating.
3. Marjaryasana-Bitilasana (Cat-Cow Pose)
Move between arching and rounding your spine. This dynamic motion massages the digestive organs and improves gut circulation.
4. Trikonasana (Triangle Pose)
A standing twist that stretches the sides and boosts digestion by improving the function of abdominal muscles.
5. Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose)
Lie on your back and lift your hips. This pose relaxes the gut and alleviates acidity symptoms by opening the chest and abdomen.
6. Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Spinal Twist)
A seated twist that gently compresses the digestive organs, supporting detox and easing digestive sluggishness.
7. Apanasana (Knees-to-Chest Pose)
Hugging the knees while lying on your back gently stimulates the lower belly and relieves gas buildup.
8. Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog)
An inversion that enhances circulation and soothes indigestion and acidity by supporting abdominal health.
9. Uttanasana (Standing Forward Bend)
Bending forward helps relax the abdominal muscles and stimulates digestion, providing relief from bloating.
10. Balasana (Child’s Pose)
A restful pose that calms the mind and compresses the belly slightly, supporting smoother digestive function before eating.
