Improve the Symptoms of Lymphangioleiomyomatosis, a Rare Lung Disease, with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The daily practice of yoga can help in strengthening the muscles of the chest, increase lung capacity and boost oxygen intake.” – Ayurvalley Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) is a very rare lung disease “caused by the abnormal […]
Yoga Improves Spirituality and Psychological Health Regardless of Instruction By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “While in the Western world most people recognize the more physical practices of yoga – particularly the poses, or asana – it is a practice that’s about much more than just our physical bodies. In Sanskrit language, the word “yoga” […]
Yoga Practice Improves Mood and Spirituality Regardless of Physical or Spiritual Instruction By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The word yoga means to join or unite, and yogis view this unison in different ways – the unison of body, mind and spirit, uniting all the aspects of yourself, or uniting with a higher […]
Improve the Quality of Life of Patients Living with HIV with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “yoga can have positive impact on mental health for people living with HIV,” – Eugene Dunne More than 35 million people worldwide and 1.2 million people in the United States are living with HIV […]
Reduce Depression After Stillbirth with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Bereaved mothers with stillbirth (death at >20 weeks of gestation) have more than a 6-fold higher risk for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) compared to mothers after live birth. . . . Non-pharmacological approaches, such as yoga, may be an alternative […]
Increase Resting Metabolic Rate in Obese Women with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “You get to thinking that yoga and its health benefits, such as stress reduction and improved fitness, are best for thin people, and not so much for the 36 percent of U.S. adults who are obese. Not true. Yoga […]
Improve Well-Being and Relaxation of Patients Undergoing Rehabilitation for Acquired Brain Injuries with Yoga Practice By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “One of the things about yoga that is different from traditional rehabilitation exercises is that it is more whole-body focused. It helps people learn to take their nervous systems to a more […]
Reduce Inflammation with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Yoga is an incredible resource to combat stress and promote healthy habits in body and mind. Many people cite stress reduction as their reason to practice yoga, and research has their back – reducing stress helps reduce inflammation.” – Amy Tenney The immune system is […]
Reduce Aggressiveness in Militant Extremists with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “yoga helps to improve symptoms of anxiety and depression in prisoners, and crucially, decreases impulsivity—a known factor in much prison violence.” – Georgia Pike As Mahatma Gandhi has recognized “Victory attained by violence is tantamount to a defeat, for it is […]
Reduce Stress and Substance Abuse in Ex-Prisoner HIV Patients with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Yoga is an ideal exercise for people with HIV. It not only helps build muscle and energy, but also reduces stress.” – Matt McMillen More than 35 million people worldwide and 1.2 million people in the United […]