Doing yoga brings with it a wealth of physical benefits, including increased flexibility and strength, cardio health and weight reduction.

But for people with digestive illnesses such as Crohn’s disease, yoga can have another benefit. There are a few simple yoga postures and breathing exercises designed to help overcome some of the symptoms of Crohn’s and colitis while improving overall digestive health.

Read on to learn more about yoga for Crohn’s and colitis patients.