Information and Facts about Yoga and its health benefits



The word yoga has Sanskrit origin which means “oneness” or “to unite” hence yoga is referred as the unification of body and mind. The origin of yoga belongs to heritage of ancient Indian culture. Yoga is the most prominent domain recognized among the alternative medical therapies. According to the modern research, yoga is a technique which is about five to ten thousand year old.

It is an exercise based on mental and physical power stimulation for leading a peaceful and health life.. Regular yoga exercise can help achieve better fitness and stamina and also can help curing illness due to increased resistance power of the human body. The techniques of yoga affect both conscious and subconscious and hence promote mental strength and balance. The aim of the yoga techniques is achieving self-discipline to realize the physical and mental potential of the individuals.








Generally speaking, practicing yoga regularly can result into followings:

1.      High self respect and a better mood.
2.      Reduction in stress and anxiety.
3.      Improvement in blood circulation
4.      Betterment in lung functionality
5.      Strengthening of muscles
6.      Help with conditions like loss of sleep
7.      Overall improvement in physical and mental capabilities.

 The yoga what we know today is actually “Hatha Yoga” which is the most common form dealing with the physical fitness. This type of yoga aims at improvement in physical fitness by practicing certain postures or Asanas, breathing exercises and internal cleansing.

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  1. Over the years it has been defined and refined by various yoga gurus. Overall, it consists of various asanas (poses) and Pranayama (breathing exercises). Regular practice of asanas and breathing exercises results in overall improvement in one's health.

    Ilchi Lee

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  2. The serotonin (5-HT) is a neurotransmitter that is derived from an amino acid called tryptophan . Send messages within the brain and through the nervous system, and participate in many processes such as regulating mood or appetite. In addition, one of its main tasks is to increase the production of melatonin , a hormone that regulates sleep cycles .

    To achieve a peaceful rest, serotonin also intervenes in the control of stress and body temperature . “The practice of yoga increases serotonin levels so it helps you sleep better,” explains Dr. Murali Doraiswam, author of a Duke University study that included the review of more than 100 research papers on yoga.

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