Yoga Asanas for Better Heart Health
Discover how incorporating simple yoga poses like Setu Bandha Sarvangasana, Bhujangasana, Vrikshasana, Adho Mukho Svanasana, and Marjariasana into your daily routine can help improve cardiovascular health, reduce stress, and prevent heart diseases.
Study Shows Yoga Reduces Chronic Low Back Pain, PGIMER Research Finds
A new study by PGIMER highlights the positive impact of yoga on chronic low back pain, emphasizing its potential as an effective alternative therapy. The research underscores the significant reduction in pain and improvement in functional ability among participants who incorporated personalized yoga programs into their treatment regimen. Dr. Rima Dada, the lead researcher, emphasizes the need for healthcare providers to integrate yoga as a complementary therapy for managing low back pain, aligning with the growing recognition of yoga as a valuable adjunct to conventional medical treatments.
Regular Exercise Linked to Reduced Risk of Multiple Cancers, Study Finds
A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology has found that regular exercise can significantly reduce the risk of developing 13 different types of cancer. The research analyzed data from over 750,000 adults and found that those who engaged in regular physical activity had a lower risk of developing various cancers, including esophageal adenocarcinoma, liver cancer, lung cancer, kidney cancer, and myeloid leukemia. The lead author, Dr. Steven Moore, emphasized the importance of engaging in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity each week to achieve these benefits. These findings add to the growing body of evidence supporting the role of regular exercise in reducing the risk of cancer, and underscore the importance of promoting and supporting regular physical activity at the population level.
Pilates for Correcting Posture and Alleviating Chronic Back and Neck Pain
Correcting posture, alleviating chronic back pain and neck pain through Pilates By Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi Jan 08, 2024 12:24 PM IST Say ‘goodbye’ to pain as Pilates exercises offer relief from chronic backache and neck discomfort. In an era…
Best Sleep Positions for Staying Asleep All Night
When it comes to improving our sleep, falling asleep quickly and staying asleep all night is what many of us aspire to. But even with the best mattress and a small army of pillows on our side, finding a sleep…