Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Medically proven, but likely not found on a prescription pad....yoga

What has been shown to relieve headaches, insomnia, back pain and fatigue? Furthermore has been shown to relieve stress and mild depression? Helps to prevent osteooporosis and improves digestion?

A miracle cure? No, it's practicing yoga on a regular basis.  There are even some claims that it may help regulate heart beat, and lower the risk of a stroke.  Research by the University of Kansas Hospital showed that after three months of doing poses, breathing exercises and meditation, patients suffering from atrial fibrilllation reported less anxiety and depression and fewer irregular heartbeats.

This can be a social or solitary activity, may be modified for a beginner or someone with limited mobility. It can be a senior friendly intervention and best of all has no known negative side effects.

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