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Various studies have revealed yoga to be an effective therapy in reducing the intensity and frequency of Asthma bouts.
Yoga, which includes Pranayama (breathing), is not only great for meditation, but also for the lungs. It increases the air capacity, air flow, efficiency and stamina of lungs. Different Pranayama techniques such as the ‘Breath of Fire’, [...]
Mon, December 29 2008 » Asthma, Ayurveda and Yoga » No Comments
Thyroid gland is situated in the neck and produces a hormone called thyroxine, which helps in regulating body metabolism. While deficiency of thyroxine hormone causes Myxoedema in adults and cretinism in children, excess of thyroxine levels could lead to exophthalmic goitre, Grave’s disease or Thyrotoxicosis.
Hyperthyroidism or thyrotoxicosis is a condition which is more common in [...]
Mon, December 29 2008 » Ayurveda and Yoga, Thyroid » No Comments