Benefits

1. It keeps the liver healthy and 
    ensures that it functions 
    normally.

2. It cures stomach disorders and
    secrete digestive juices apart
    from stimulating the solar plexus.

Caution

1. Those suffering from cervical
    pain should practise this asana
    with the head straight. Those
    with lumbar pain should avoid
    this asana.

Description of the asana

1.  Sit straight with both legs stretched in front.

2.  Now bend the left leg, bring your heel to the groin and touch 
     the right thigh with your foot. Keep hands on your lap. 
     Keep your hands straight on the respective knees.

3.  Now, breathe out, bend forward and stretch your hands to 
     touch your right toe.


4.  Your head should touch the right knee. Initially, if you find it 
     difficult, hold the lower end of your foot and bend your head.

5.  Once you get used to the posture try doing it the right way.
     Sit straight, breathe normally and stay in this position for six
     counts..

6.  Repeat this with the other side. The entire sequence comprises
    one time. Repeat four times.

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