Improve Reaction Time and Memory and Lose Weight with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Yoga practice seems to be associated with moderate improvements in cognitive function.” – Neha Gothe Mindfulness training has been shown to be effective in improving physical and psychological health and also improves cognitive flexibility. Yoga practice has been […]
Improve Lipid Metabolism in Diabetes with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Yoga, being a lifestyle incorporating exercise and stress management training, targets the elevated lipid levels in patients with diabetes.” – Nisha Shantakumari Diabetes is a major health issue. It is estimated that 30 million people in the United States […]
Yoga Practice is Positively Related to Spirituality By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “This ancient science goes far beyond the mere physical aspects, by way of deepening the connection between mind, body and most important of all, the spirit.“ – Himalayan Yoga Institute Yoga developed in India millennia ago as a deep […]
Improve Lung Function in Children with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy with Physiotherapy and Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “It’s not just about the physical movement, although that can really benefit people. Yoga is more about the inner experience than the outer experience. For people who have disabilities, I focus on deep breathing and […]
Hot Yoga is Superior in Improving Cardiovascular Health By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “It might be hard, but hot yoga can help improve strength, flexibility and balance, while helping decrease your risk of conditions such as diabetes and heart disease.” – Lydia Stephens Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer, claiming […]
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 […]
Improve Health and Healthy Behaviors with Yoga and Pilates By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Multiple studies have confirmed the many mental and physical benefits of yoga. Incorporating it into your routine can help enhance your health, increase strength and flexibility and reduce symptoms of stress, depression and anxiety.” – Rachael Link […]
Improve Physical and Mental Health with an Isha Yoga Retreat By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “As we have physical science to create external wellbeing there is a whole inner dimension of science to create inner wellbeing. I call it Inner Engineering.” – Sadhguru Retreat can be a powerful experience. But it can […]
Improve Hypertension with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Yoga can reduce stress-induced hypertension, while addressing its underlying causes. It pacifies the sympathetic nervous system and slows down the heart, while teaching the muscles and mind to relax deeply.” – Marla Apt High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) is an insidious disease because […]
Improve Lymphedema Symptoms Among Breast Cancer Survivors with Yoga Therapy By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Research in breast cancer patients has shown that yoga may be able to help: improve physical functioning, reduce fatigue, reduce stress, improve sleep, improve quality of life.” – Vicki Flannery Because of great advances in treatment, […]