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Recent studies have discovered that yoga practice could increase brain substances, which if otherwise low, could lead to anxiety and depression.
At the moment, pharmaceutical treatment boosts the level of neurotransmitters known as gamma-aminobutyric (GABA), the lack of which is considered to be the cause behind anxiety and depression.
Research was conducted to find out if yoga [...]
Mon, December 29 2008 » Depression, Yoga Practice » No Comments
At times of sorrow, a gentle hand is more welcome and sufficient to ease the mind and calm the nerves. A group of researchers now, have embarked in search of a similar effect through a complementary therapy known as ‘HealingTouch’ to check if the technique truly works out on patients undergoing minor procedures.
‘Healing Touch’ is [...]
Mon, December 29 2008 » Depression » No Comments
Although herbs have been used since ages for healing, scientists are finally beginning to discover amazing new facts, such as their abilities to reduce arthritis, destroy cancer cells, and help in managing blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Herbs and other natural remedies, when taken under expert supervision, are as effective as conventional medications, often without [...]
Mon, December 29 2008 » Ayurveda and Yoga » No Comments
Sesame oil massage is great to balance out the doshas, and is the best oil for absorption into and underneath the skin, aiding in drawing toxins out of our joints. But does it aid in healing a broken bone once the cast is off?
I recently broke my wrist. The cast has just come off and [...]
Wed, November 26 2008 » Healthy Living » No Comments