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·May 20, 2022·4 min read

No Evidence of Structural Brain Change With Short-Term Mindfulness Training

Study finds no evidence of structural brain changes associated with short-term mindfulness training.

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·May 16, 2021·3 min read

Yoga and Breathing Exercises Aid Children With ADHD to Focus

Yoga and breathing training programs can help children with ADHD to focus their attention, a new study reports.

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·December 12, 2019·4 min read

Experts review evidence yoga is good for the brain

Yoga has a positive effect on the structure and function of key brain areas associated with memory. Findings provide evidence that yoga may hold promise in mitigating age-related and neurodegenerative decline.

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·November 19, 2019·4 min read

Yoga and physical therapy as treatment for chronic lower back pain also improves sleep

Following 12 weeks of yoga instruction, people with chronic lower back pain reported a significant improvement in symptoms and better sleep over 52 weeks.

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·November 13, 2019·3 min read

Take a yoga class and depression and anxiety improve

Yoga intervention reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety while increasing feelings of positivity.

This is a cartoon of a woman jogging on a treadmill

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·August 4, 2019·3 min read

Jogging and five other exercises ward off weight gain despite ‘obesity genes’

For those with a genetic predisposition to obesity, partaking in six specific types of exercise can help combat weight gain. Jogging, yoga, power walking, certain types of dancing and mountain climbing can help reduce BMI in those with a predisposition to obesity. Surprisingly, cycling, swimming, and games like Dance Dance Revolution did not counteract the genetic effects on obesity.

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·April 12, 2019·5 min read

People With a Sense of Oneness Experience Greater Life Satisfaction

Those who have a greater sense of 'oneness' experience overall higher levels of satisfaction with life, regardless of spiritual background or belief.

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·June 21, 2018·4 min read

Stress Levels Change After Meditation

Researchers report meditation and yoga are more effective at reducing stress than Chi in soldiers. Additionally, those who meditate showed stronger executive control.

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·May 10, 2018·6 min read

Meditation and Breathing Exercises Can Sharpen Your Mind

Trinity College Dublin researchers report controlled breathing, a key element of meditation, directly affects noradrenaline levels in the brain. The study suggests controlled breathing can enhance attention and improve overall brain health.

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·August 5, 2017·4 min read

Yoga Effective at Reducing Symptoms of Depression

New studies presented at the 125th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association reveal the positive impact practicing yoga has on reducing symptoms of depression and improving quality of life for those with the disorder.

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·April 27, 2017·2 min read

Can Yoga Reduce Symptoms of Menstrual Disorder?

Yoga can reduce pain and enhance mood for women suffering from a range of menstrual disorders, a new study reports.

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·November 22, 2016·4 min read

Yogic Breathing Helps Fight Major Depression

According to researchers, a yogic breathing technique could help those with major depressive disorder who did not fully respond to antidepressant therapies.

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No Evidence of Structural Brain Change With Short-Term Mindfulness Training

Yoga and Breathing Exercises Aid Children With ADHD to Focus

Experts review evidence yoga is good for the brain

Yoga and physical therapy as treatment for chronic lower back pain also improves sleep

Take a yoga class and depression and anxiety improve

Jogging and five other exercises ward off weight gain despite ‘obesity genes’

Stress Levels Change After Meditation

Meditation and Breathing Exercises Can Sharpen Your Mind

Yoga Effective at Reducing Symptoms of Depression

Can Yoga Reduce Symptoms of Menstrual Disorder?

Yogic Breathing Helps Fight Major Depression

Wasabi Compound Enhances Memory

Genes Associated with Earlier and Higher Reproduction Linked to Accelerated Aging

Novel Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Shows Promise

Brain’s Response to Crucial Language Hub Removal: New Insights

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