Yoga improves the Immune Response and Chronic Diseases By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “yoga can be a helpful way to boost your immune system and decrease inflammation in the body.” – Marlynn Wei Mindfulness training has been shown to be effective in improving physical and psychological health and particularly with the physical and psychological […]
Reduce Inflammation in Psychiatric Patients with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “mindfulness practice was not directly linked to lower inflammation levels, but that it may have bolstered stress resilience among at-risk adults by preventing an increase in inflammatory biomarker levels.” – Grace Bullock The immune system is designed to protect […]
Reduce Inflammation in Mildly Cognitive Impaired Elderly with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Mindfulness practice was not directly linked to lower inflammation levels, but may have bolstered stress resilience among at-risk adults by preventing an increase in inflammatory biomarker levels.” – Grace Bullock The immune system is designed to protect […]
Help Relieve Asthma Symptoms with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Yoga can help increase breath and body awareness, slow your respiratory rate, and promote calm and relieve stress — all of which are beneficial for people who have asthma.” – Judi Bar Asthma is a chronic disease of the lungs that […]
Meditation and Exercise Reduce Inflammation Through Different Pathways By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “mindfulness techniques may be more effective in relieving inflammatory symptoms than other activities that promote well-being.” – Science Daily The immune system is designed to protect the body from threats like stress, infection, injury, and toxic chemicals. One […]
Improve Chronic Fatigue Syndrome with Seated Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The benefits of yoga, in general, include loosening up muscles, joints, and connective tissues, and improving strength and balance. But is it right for ME/CFS, with post-exertional malaise plus other problematic symptoms such as dizziness and muscle pain? We don’t […]
Improve the Symptoms of Myeloproliferative Neoplasm Patients with Online Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Yoga classes specifically created for cancer patients offer more than a traditional support group. Yoga creates a sense of belonging, reduces feelings of stress and improves quality of life.” – Sara Szeglowski “Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPNs) are […]
Improve Physical and Mental Well-Being in the Elderly with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Yoga is incredible for an older population to help them maintain their balance, keep their joints flexible, maintain bone health and muscle mass, as well as learn how to cope with their mental state as they witness […]
Improve Physical Fitness with Online Yoga and Tai Chi Practice By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Once tai chi and yoga are broken down individually, it’s safe to say, they’re almost identical in benefits and components. The main difference is in execution. Yoga involves holding poses and postures. Tai chi is performed in […]
Yoga Practice is a Safe and Effective Treatment for Patients Recovering from Heart Failure By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “With heart failure rates accelerating alongside other cardiovascular diseases in our society, the need for a medically effective and cost-effective solution is more pressing than ever. Fortunately, in addition to its broad range […]