I do yoga so that I can stay flexible enough to kick my own arse if necessary.
~Betsy Cañas Garmon
From helping with asthma to lowering blood pressure, the physical benefits of yoga are incredibly varied and abundant.
Entries Tagged as 'Common ailments'
An Amazing 31 Physical Benefits of Yoga
April 26th, 2010 · 2 Comments · Common ailments, Health, Self development, Yoga
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The Diverse Emotional Benefits of Yoga
March 29th, 2010 · 4 Comments · Common ailments, Happiness, Health, Yoga
Yoga is invigoration in relaxation. Freedom in routine. Confidence through self control. Energy within and energy without.
~Ymber Delecto
Ah, yoga…it is not just for the super flexible and fit. Numerous studies show how even a basic and relaxing yoga practice can benefit you emotionally on many levels.
- Energy
- Depression
Several studies have shown how yoga helps relieve depression:- A 10 week program of 75 minute Restorative Yoga classes showed the participants had a 50% reduction in depression…
An Oxford study found that yoga breathing restores energy better than relaxation or visualization.1 Also, like any workout, it stimulates the blood flow, heats up muscles and releases endorphins, giving you a feel good energy boost.
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Powerful Peppermint Fights IBS, Nausea, Gas, Microbes and More!
March 26th, 2010 · 2 Comments · Common ailments, Health, Herbs & Spices, Home Remedies
“Peppermint leaves have been used to ease headaches and aid digestion for more than 2,000 years”
~ Natural Health, March 2003, Vol. 33, Issue 2
Some Amazing Properties
- Relieves gas and bloating
- Eases Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Combats nausea
- Eases headaches
- Anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory
- Fights bad breath
History
Peppermint was highly valued by the Greeks and Romans, and was found in Egyptian pyramids dating back to 1000 BC. Its main value lies in its ability to…
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Want to Prevent Heart Disease, Alzheimer’s and Other Diseases?
March 10th, 2010 · No Comments · Common ailments, Health, Yoga
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
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Do You Want To Lose Weight While You Sleep?
February 15th, 2010 · 1 Comment · Common ailments, Health, Sleep
“Without enough sleep, we all become tall two-year-olds.”
~JoJo Jensen
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 …
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