The below statistics are not meant to scare anyone, but do show the importance of prevention. And Yoga is one of the best and safest methods of prevention.
- Studies show that in 2005 30% of all deaths globally were due to cardiovascular (heart) disease and the rate is increasing.
- The 2009 World Alzheimer’s Report estimates 35 million people worldwide have Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
- The International Osteoporosis Foundation states 1 in 3 women over 50 will experience osteoporotic fractures, as will 1 in 5 men. According to the WHO (World Health
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Sleep is one of the most undervalued “medicines” for good health, and in today’s society, many people have a sleep debt. Getting enough sleep promotes alertness, productivity and general good health.
What many do not know is that getting enough sleep can actually help you shed pounds.
Make friends with appetite regulating hormones
Leptin and ghrelin are hormones that regulate appetite. Ghrelin signals to the brain when you’re hungry and it’s time to eat, while leptin signals when you are full … [Read more -->]
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January 26th, 2010 · Simplicity
“Don’t agonize, organize.”
~Florynce Kennedy
I love to-do lists. I used to be addicted to them (and let them dominate my day). I’d sit there and watch my little list turn into a big, hairy monster with every item whining to be top priority. So I decided to take control – and so can you. Take advantage of the organized beauty of a simple to-do list, but don’t let it take advantage of you (and your organized beauty).
7 Tips for Simple To-Do Lists
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“The art of medicine consists of keeping the patient amused while nature heals the disease.”
~Voltaire
After that quote I don’t think I need to say much. Laughing feels good and releases tension, your body likes it, bacteria and viruses don’t (because with laughter your little white blood cells become absolutely ruthless), it’s a nice ice-breaker and quite simply makes the day better.
Top 10 reasons to laugh (and laugh now)
- Lower blood pressure. Initially upon laughing, blood pressure increases, but then falls below normal levels and as breathing deepens but then falls below normal levels and as breathing deepens blood becomes more oxygen and nutrient rich.(1,2)
- Strengthen immune system. Laughter increases the number of natural killer cells that like to eat viruses for breakfast, as well as certain cancer cells. Antibodies are also increased (immunoglobulin A), which is especially helpful for respiratory infections. (2,3)
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Some Amazing Properties
- Eases pain, headaches, migraines
- Soothes nerves, works as relaxant
- Reduces anxiety and stress
- Heals burns and sores
- Lessens depression
- Anti-septic and anti-bacterial
History
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia or Lavandula officinalis) is famous for its relaxing properties and its sweet, floral and fresh scent. It became popular in the Middle Ages as medicine and was taken to the New World by the Pilgrims in 1620… [Read more -->]
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