Do you often feel constipated and have a hard time to relieve yourself? Though medications and over-the-counter treatments may look like a solution to constipation, but they are not lasting. However, yoga and certain specific asanas or poses can actually work as alternative therapies and regular practicing of the same can lead to relief for the longer run. In fact, a 2017 study of people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) found that yoga is helpful in reducing gastrointestinal symptoms of the condition. Here are 5 Yoga asanas or Yoga poses that can help you with constipation:Half Spinal TwistGet a mat, sit with the legs straight out in front of the body.Bend the right leg and place the right foot on the ground on the outside of the left leg, near the knee. Now, bend the left leg and place it under or close to the buttocks. Place the left hand or elbow on or over the right knee and gently twist to face over the right shoulder. You can hold this pose for few breathes before switching side.Supine Spinal TwistLie flat on your backBring the arms out to the side in a 'T-position' with your palms down. Bend one leg at the knee. While you keep your shoulder flats, let the bent leg drop over the right leg. Hold the pose for few breaths, before switching positions.Cobra PoseStart with lying flat on the stomach with the tops of the feet against the floor.Place your palms on the floor at the sides, underneath the shoulders. Keep the elbows tucked in against the sides of the ribcage. Engage your abdominal muscles and legs.Press the palms into the floor and life your shoulders and upper body up. Hold this pose for several breaths.Now, release and bring your body back to the floor. Repeat.Wind-relieving PoseThis is a beginner-friendly pose and helps relieve gas that is associated with constipation. Lie on your back with your knees pulled up toward the chest. Place your hands on or around the shins.Tuck the chin in and press the back into the floor. Pull your knees towards the chest. Hold for a few breaths and release. Repeat. Adamant PoseKneel on the yoga mat with knees and toes touching the heels apart. Sit in the gap between the heels. Straighten the back and place your hands on the lap. Hold this pose for a few seconds to a few minutes.