Lower High Blood Pressure 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 […]
Lower Body Fat and Increase Antioxidants with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Why might yogis get sick less often? All that practice is increasing immune-boosting antioxidant levels. Twelve weeks of yoga led to higher levels of disease-fighting antioxidants compared with running, cycling, and jumping rope.” – Yoga Journal Being overweight […]
By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The practice of yoga can offer a therapeutic venue for engaging in physical activity while providing an outlet for many of the symptoms associated with eating disorders.“ – Jacquelyn Ekern Around 30 million people in the United States of all ages and genders suffer from an eating […]
Improve Functional Fitness with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “All forms of exercise are important for the body. The right amount of it keeps us in shape, improves longevity, and certainly keeps me sane if nobody else. Yoga is so much more than simple stretches, and it’s certainly not just for flexible people who […]
Improve Arthritis in Older Adults with Seated Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Chair yoga may help to reduce pain in older adults suffering from arthritis. Based around the ancient form of exercise, it allows people with reduced mobility to also take part. It helps to boost the strength and flexibility of older […]
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 Calmness with Alternate Nostril Yoga Breathing By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “alternate nostril breathing . . . it’s thought to harmonize the two hemispheres of the brain, resulting in a balanced in physical, mental and emotional well-being. While science has yet to really explore what might be going on in terms […]
Produce Lasting Improvement in Fibromyalgia with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “For the nearly 10 million people who suffer from this condition, the thought of any movement can be overwhelming. What makes yoga perfect though is that it can be adapted for each person’s individual needs. Additionally, yoga’s ability to calm […]
Protect the Aging Brain with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “We’ve all known yogis who seemed to defy the hands of time. The current study is just one of a long list of studies indicating that yoga may promote healthy aging. Whether it be more growth hormone or less stress, a well-balanced […]
Improve Fibromyalgia with Yoga Practice By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “If you are suffering from fibromyalgia, it can be hard to get yourself moving, but movement and exercise are key ways to help manage and minimize pain. Practicing yoga daily can help. Yoga targets not only the body but also the mind. You […]