Reduce Depression with Qigong Practice

Reduce Depression with Qigong Practice   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “practice of the Chinese martial art tai chi led to significantly reduced symptoms of depression in Chinese-Americans not receiving any other treatments.” – Science Daily   Clinically diagnosed depression is the most common mental illness, affecting over 6% of the population. Depression […]

Improve Major Depression with Qigong Practice

Improve Major Depression with Qigong Practice   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “One of the best things we can do for depressives is to give them hope.  And there is abundant hope.  Qigong provides a viable, practical, and economical solution to depression.  It can also be used alongside traditional treatment methods.” – Sifu Anthony Korahais […]

Forest Walking and Forest Qigong Improve Cognitive Function in the Elderly

Forest Walking and Forest Qigong Improve Cognitive Function in the Elderly   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “forest bathing has received increasing attention due to its health-promoting effects, including enhancing immune functions and decreasing blood pressure in hypertension patients, as well as stress relief effects.” – Genxiang Mao,   Modern living is stressful, […]

Improve the Respiratory Symptoms of Lung Cancer Patients with Qigong Practice

Improve the Respiratory Symptoms of Lung Cancer Patients with Qigong Practice   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “Studies show that qigong practice can have many positive effects, particularly among patients with cancer, chronic illnesses, and breathing problems, as well as older adults. Benefits include improved lung function, mood, sleep, and quality of life, as well as reduced stress, […]