Improve Inflammatory and Stress Responses with Yoga

Improve Inflammatory and Stress Responses with Yoga   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “yoga could slow the harmful physical effects of stress and inflammaging.” – Harvard Health   The immune system is designed to protect the body from threats like stress, infection, injury, and toxic chemicals. One of its tools is the Inflammatory […]

Combined Meditation, Yoga, and Ethical Education have Additive Effects on Well-Being

Combined Meditation, Yoga, and Ethical Education have Additive Effects on Well-Being   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “When practiced together, yoga and meditation strengthen the connection between mind and body, thereby improving overall fitness and wellbeing.” – Peaceful Dragon   Mindfulness training has been shown to improve health and well-being in healthy individuals and those with medical and psychiatric conditions, Similarly, yoga […]

Yoga Improves Pregnancy and Childbirth Outcomes

Yoga Improves Pregnancy and Childbirth Outcomes   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “Much like other types of childbirth-preparation classes, prenatal yoga is a multifaceted approach to exercise that encourages stretching, mental centering and focused breathing. Research suggests that prenatal yoga is safe and can have many benefits for pregnant women and their babies.” – Mayo Clinic   The period of […]

Reduce Anxiety in Women Undergoing Fertility Treatment with Yoga

Reduce Anxiety in Women Undergoing Fertility Treatment with Yoga   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “yoga is a relaxing activity. And there are some researched benefits regarding yoga, infertility, and the exercise’s ability to help couples release mental stress and physical tension.” – Ashley Marcin   Infertility is primarily a medical condition due to physiological problems. It […]