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06/27/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Meditation, yoga, and prayer reduces your need for health care services by 43%

Health care costs continue to soar in the U.S., and the Affordable Care Act hasn’t really done much to actually make healthcare more affordable. This is part of the reason behind the growing level of health-consciousness in the country, with organic food and other healthy trends gaining popularity as people strive to avoid becoming ill […]

12/01/2017 / By Russel Davis

Better than drugs: New documentary explains how lifestyle choices such as gardening, yoga and meditation are the best path to mental health

Yoga, meditation and gardening may effectively relieve stress and boost the body’s overall health, a new documentary shows. The documentary examined the effects of the three drug-free interventions on 68 volunteers who reported feeling stressed. Three sets of control groups were observed during the eight-week study. The researchers noted the participants’ stress levels during the […]

08/02/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Yoga found to be effective, safe and low-cost back pain treatment for vets

The results of an encouraging trial released by the Veterans Affairs Research Communications demonstrate the potential use of mind-body exercises such as yoga in alleviating chronic back pain symptoms experienced among military veterans. This could be the relief that millions of our vets who find their daily lives interrupted by the condition are seeking. The […]

07/03/2017 / By Vicki Batts

Stunning research finds that yoga and meditation literally “repair” your DNA to eliminate disease and depression

Balancing activities like Tai Chi, yoga and meditation are touted for their ability to promote a sense of well-being and reduce stress, but is there more to it than meets the eye? While these exercises are known for being great ways to relax, new research has shown that their benefits extend far past the ephemeral. […]

05/16/2017 / By Bridgette Wilcox

New science proves YOGA really works for treating depression, but only if you stick with it

Those who practice yoga know how efficient it is when it comes to strengthening the body, easing inner aches and pains, and calming the mind. New research has found that when done long-term, the ancient practice may even be useful when it comes to treating depression, ScienceDaily.com reported. In a study published in Psychological Medicine, research psychologists […]

04/15/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Yoga for beginners: 7 poses even newbies can do

The idea of doing those complicated yoga poses during a class can be a scary thought. If you’ve witnessed seasoned yoga practitioners effortlessly pull off the elephant’s trunk or the scorpion, then you might even reconsider a new exercise regiment. Push those niggling doubts aside and just set down your yoga mat. Everyone has to […]

02/03/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Treat depression with… good posture?

Depression is a complex condition that does not have a one-size-fits-all solution, no matter what the pharmaceutical companies that manufacture antidepressants would like for you to believe. Many people find that a holistic approach can help their symptoms improve, and one factor that is gaining a lot of attention for its ability to influence mood […]

01/17/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Yoga is twice as beneficial for back pain as other forms of exercise

Back pain can be one of the trickiest types of pain to deal with. Even mild pain in your back can restrict your movements dramatically, and strong pain in your lower back could even render you unable to get out of bed. Some people report that painkillers don’t work for their back pain, while those […]

01/10/2017 / By Vicki Batts

Yoga can alter DNA in humans

Yoga is renowned for its positive effects on human health. It’s a great stress-reliever, and there are tons of options for how you want to do your yoga. It can be done at home on your own time, in your own space — or you take classes just about anywhere. Yoga is more than just […]

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