When dealing with prostate cancer, yoga has been known to provide much relief in the form of alternative cancer cure. While it can help prevent occurrence of prostate cancer, if God forbid someone has developed, the spread can be checked by incorporating a small yoga regimen. In this article we look at how yoga can be used for countering prostate cancer.

We have already discussed that the prostate gland is only present in men and it is one of the organs that play a role in the urinary and reproductive functions. Small in size, placed at the base of the bladder it can be responsible for quite a few problems in men.  Men do not tend to opt for a PSA test till they feel some kind of complaint. This ignorance or carelessness at times tends to aggravate the problem.

A regular yoga regimen can play an instrumental role in reducing  your chances of developing the Prostate Cancer to a great extent. It can also help in controlling  the spread of Prostate Cancer and check its recurrence.

In case you intend to start with your yoga sessions only with certified trainers who understand your medical condition and after consultation with your doctor.

Some of the asanas that can be practiced for prostate cancer are:

1. Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose): The asana increases blood supply  to the lower body region including the pelvis, kidneys, prostate and bladder and brings awareness and energy into the root lock.

2.  Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward Facing Dog): A very effective pose it provides strength to the arms & legs. It provides length to the spine and opens the chest and lungs.

3.  Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose): Another powerful pose that can be practiced for countering prostate problems. This asana improves blood and supply of hormones to the kidneys. It provides stimulus to the bladder, the kidneys and the sex glands.

4.  Supta Padangusthasana (Reclining Big Toe Pose): The asana provides relief from backache while stretching the hips and the hamstrings. It allows energy to flow towards the kidneys and the bladder.

5.  Paripurna Navasana (Boat Pose): The asana tones the kidneys, the abdomen and strengthens the lower back.

6.  Virasana (Seated Hero Pose): A seemingly easy pose it calms the mind

completely. The seating position allows you to practice many other asanas and meditating. It opens the chest area.

In addition to the above pranayam (breathing techniques), trikonasana and virbhadrasana prove beneficial to deal and counter prostate problems.

In addition to practice yoga follow a few tips related to anti-cancer diet. Although you can download this free book for detailed info titled – Anti Cancer Diet Pack – here are few tips. Limit your intake of tea, coffee and alcohol. Stay away from tobacco in all its forms.

Relish tomatoes in your salad and drink lots of water. Fasting once in a fortnight will help cleanse the systems effectively and easily. It is just a matter of practice and  some life style choices.