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Yoga is a perfect compliment to weight training because it teaches you how to remain fully present in each moment and to stay calm and focused when faced with challenging situations.  Yoga nourishes and revitalizes every cell in your body and restores depleted energy resources. Recover more quickly between workouts and experience renewed energy by adopting the yoga principle of …

Fibromyalgia is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes fatigue, as well as severe, recurring muscle and joint pain. Other fibromyalgia symptoms include tenderness of the soft tissues, gastrointestinal problems, sleep disorders, depression, and poor mental focus. The standard treatment for fibromyalgia includes painkillers, anti-inflammatory medications, anti-seizure drugs, and antidepressants. However, drugs do not provide the perfect solution for fibromyalgia. Studies …

Hatha yoga is the most popular form of yoga, especially in the west. Also known as Haṭhavidyā, Hatha yoga focused on physical posturing (Asanas), meditation (dhyana) and breathing techniques (pranayama) to achieve better health and well-being. It enhances circulation, tones the soft tissues, and stretches the ligaments, and spine. Hatha yoga promotes balance and flexibility as well as calm of …

Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease or IBD that affects the gastrointestinal tract. This condition affects millions of people around the world. Symptoms of Crohn’s disease include abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, rapid weight loss, and fever. The good news is, you can still exercise even if you are afflicted with Crohn’s disease. However, because the gastrointestinal …

Tatami is a traditional Japanese flooring mat made from rice straws. Newer varieties of tatami mats feature a compressed wood chipboards or polystyrene foam to enhance durability and cushion. Other types of tatami mats feature an interlocking pattern, allowing the mat to cover more space. Unlike traditional tatami mats, interlocking tatami mats can be adjusted to provide the right level …

Man boobs – medically known as Gynecomastia – is a condition wherein a male patient’s breasts are enlarged. Gynecomastia is not a serious health problem. However, it can be a source of embarrassment among young men, especially those who are self-conscious about their bodies. This condition is caused by unbalanced testosterone and estrogen levels. By rebalancing the hormone levels, man …

In the west, yoga is a form of fitness activity that boosts flexibility and strength. But in the east where it originated, yoga is more than just a form of exercise. It’s a physical, mental, and spiritual practice that’s been observed by Indians for hundreds of years. But one thing is for sure, practicing yoga is good for you! And …

When it comes to caring for the elderly, modern medicine is limited to physical therapy, surgery, and medications. Holistic treatments are ideal for pain management, recovery and strength building especially for aging patients. Because these treatments do not require medication, there is no danger of overdosing and side effects. In today’s post, we are listing down holistic treatments that can …

Stress is caused by an elevated level of cortisol and adrenaline in the body. These hormones trigger the body’s “fight or flight” response when the body perceives a threat. This response was useful during the prehistoric age but these days, we no longer need a short burst of energy to run away from dinosaurs. These days, high cortisol level in …

Yoga is a type of practice and philosophy that unites the mind, body and spirit. This practice was developed in India, but it was perceived as a branch of Tantrism. But in the west, yoga is a physical exercise that increases strength and flexibility. Although yoga is not typically associated with weight loss, some health experts believe that it can …