Decrease Cardiovascular Disease Risk with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Yoga is designed to bring about increased physical, mental and emotional well-being. Hand in hand with leading a heart-healthy lifestyle, it really is possible for a yoga-based model to help prevent or reverse heart disease. It may not completely reverse it, but […]
Relieve Chronic Fatigue Syndrome with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Severe fatigue is a significant problem for many cancer survivors. A meta-analysis of yoga studies of cancer survivors found yoga programs produced large reductions in distress, anxiety, and depression; moderate reductions in fatigue; moderate increases in quality of life, emotional function and social […]
Improve Physical and Psychological Well-Being with Cancer with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “For those enduring chemotherapy and radiation, yoga for cancer provides a means to strengthen the body, boost the immune system, and produce a much-sought-after feeling of well-being. For those recovering from surgery, such as that for breast cancer, […]
Improve Cystic Fibrosis Symptoms in Children with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “There are two main types of breathwork that are particularly helpful for people with Cystic Fibrosis that can either increase lung capacity or facilitate airway clearance. Any physical activity or breathing exercise that expands the chest, encourages full breath […]
Improve the Psychological Well-Being of Patients with Multiple Chronic Diseases with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Yoga can be beneficial for individuals with disabilities or chronic health conditions through both the physical postures and breathwork. Each pose can be modified or adapted to meet the needs of the student. Yoga asanas […]
By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “I am 63 years old. Ten years ago I was diagnosed with emphysema. Emphysema is a progressive disease that increasingly damages the lung structure and impairs the lung function. However, I am pleased to say that my lung function has essentially remained unchanged from the day I was […]
Improve Surgery Recovery with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Yoga is a holistic approach to wellness. We already know the many benefits of yoga. Apart from yoga, even intensive stretching may improve chronic lower back pain and reduce your dependence on medication drugs. Patients have shown to benefit immensely from yoga […]
Movement-Based Therapies are Affective for Rehabilitation from Disease By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Tai chi is often described as “meditation in motion,” but it might well be called “medication in motion.” There is growing evidence that this mind-body practice, which originated in China as a martial art, has value in treating or preventing […]
Meditation and Yogic Breathing Techniques Improve Respiration and Psychological Well-Being By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Yoga, meditation and other relaxation techniques all depend on focusing on the breath. There are many benefits of meditation and proper breathing is an important part of learning how to calm the mind and body.” – Home Care Assistance […]
Reduce Blood Pressure in Patients with Noncommunicable Diseases with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “mindfulness practice can be an effective way to reduce blood pressure (and along with it, the risk of stroke or heart attack).” – NICABM High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) is an insidious disease because there are no […]