Yoga News

According to a study performed by researchers at Johns Hopkins University; yoga, breathing and relaxation techniques
may provide relief for individuals suffering from Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).  The study, which was recently
presented at the American College of Rheumatology Annual Scientific Meeting in San Francisco, found that these
practices ...

A foundation run by Donna Karan, creator of the “seven easy pieces” philosophy of women’s wardrobes
and founder of the much-imitated DKNY line of clothing, has donated $850,000 for a yearlong experiment combining
Eastern and Western healing methods at Beth Israel Medical Center. ... the Karan-Beth Israel project will have
a celebrated ...

Yoga provides many health benefits and these include positive effects on heart disease and symptoms of menopause.
It is known to improve quality of life of women with breast cancer, increase flexibility in lower extremities
in elderly people, and improve levels of cholesterol and triglycerides.

Laughter makes us feel better. A growing trend all over the world, laughter yoga or 'hasya' yoga is
not only fun but it can provide many health benefits. It helps reduce stress, improves circulation, and boosts
the respiratory system. Read on for more benefits.

Asanas and pranayanas described for anxiety.Asanas:Single leg raiseDouble leg raiseCobra poseChild pose Sage TwistPranayanas:Ujjayi
(Victorious Breath)Alternate-Nostril Breathing

Yoga asanas and pranayanas for dealing with anxiety.

Yoga can help with anxiety as an add-on treatment to psychotherapy and medication. The practice of yoga can
develop a healthier nervous system, a more peaceful state of mind, better concentration and focus to control
fears. 

The American Journal of Hypertension has tracked a study which brings to light a way to keep off tablets to
lower your blood pressure. Instead, doing meditation regulates your blood pressure, and brings back your life
to those pill-less days.

According to the American College of Sports Medicine, exercise can be an effective stress reducer. States Dr.Christina
Geithner, Ph.D., "exercise serves as a distraction from the stressor, and results in reduced muscle tension and
cortisol secretion."

Can yoga help depression?  Studies performed by the National Institute for Mental Health and Neuroscience
in India showed sudharshan kriya, a pranayama (or yogic breathing technique), to be up to 73% effective in
the treatment of depression.