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Two women were largely responsible for popularising yoga in Britain in the 1960s.
Yoga classes are becoming more prevalent in America’s schools.
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Yoga and mindfulness are becoming more prevalent in America’s public schools. But are they subtly promoting religion? A scholar who has served as an expert witness in several yoga cases weighs in.
Although there’s evidence yoga may be helpful for some medical conditions, it can no longer be claimed under private health insurance.
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From this week, private health insurers are unable to provide rebates for 16 natural therapies. But these changes may have unintended consequences.
Food donated for TSA workers who continue to work without pay.
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As people say thanks to those who are turning up for work without being paid, an expert explains what true gratitude really means.
Yoga, meditation and breathing exercises can help students manage exam anxiety.
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The exam period can be a stressful time for students. Here are a few strategies to help students cope.
Different types of meditation can decrease our stress levels to varying degrees.
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Meditation and yoga affect the brain’s stress response system to help us feel more relaxed. They can even lower our blood pressure.
International Yoga Day in London 2017 in Trafalgar Square.
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Part of yoga’s appeal is that it is seen as a mystical, ancient tradition. The truth is, the practice of yoga today is profoundly different from those ancient ways.
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There is reliable scientific evidence by which yoga could help individuals with mental disorders.
Given the evidence base, offering mindfulness based yoga programs in schools may help young people learn to manage stress.
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Yoga and mindfulness programs in schools have been proven to mitigate or reduce some of the negative impacts of stress on academic achievement and future outcomes.
Prevention and cure.
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Just 60 minutes a week can have a very positive effect.
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A history of Ayurvedic medical concepts is being exhibited at London’s Wellcome Collection.
Yoga moves like downward dog put strain on your hands, wrists, elbows and shoulders.
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New research shows yoga can improve back and neck pain, but can put strain on the body in some poses.
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A scholar explains how yoga is being Christianized in different parts of the world. But some Hindus and Christians argue that yoga is fundamentally Hindu.
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From the shores of India to a gym on the high-street — the evolution of modern yoga.
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From ‘power poses’ to yoga poses, varying claims have been made about their effects on our health and happiness. But why do they work at all?
The Africa Yoga Project has educated, empowered and expanded the employability of youth in 15 African countries.
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Yoga helps financially insecure youth gain confidence, coping skills, and self-compassion.
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Yoga programs specifically designed to heal girls’ trauma are showing results in facilities across the country. Here’s how.
Taking care of your kids can mean taking care of yourself, too.
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Trauma can be passed down from generation to generation. What steps should adults take to try and break the cycle?
A poster of Hindus for Trump, which shows Donald Trump in a ‘yogi’ pose.
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A recent poster displayed Donald Trump with the Indian spiritual symbol of ‘om.’ Here is the problem:
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Talking therapy for people with post-traumatic stress disorder is one suggestion. A new study finds that surfing may be beneficial too.