Healing Effects Of Yoga
Yoga has been used for disorders such as:
- Acid Stomach
- Addictions
- Asthma
- Backache
- Bronchitis
- Cancer
- Cold
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Insomnia
- Menstrual disorders
- Migraines
- Neurasthenia
- Obesity
- Premenstrual Tension
- Prostate troubles
- Emphysema
- Eyestrain
- Flatulence
- Headache
- Heart Disorders
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Depression
- Diabetes (not a cure!)
- Sexual debility
- Sinus
- Skin diseases
- Sore throat
- Stress And Tension
- Wrinkles
- Rheumatism
- Sciatica
Yoga is being assessed for its potential in treating illnesses such as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Cerebral Palsy
- Osteoporosis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis And
- Depression Experienced After Childbirth.
Thousands of studies have shown that yoga can allow people to control a wide range of body functions, including
- Blood pressure
- Body temperature
- Brain waves (as measured by EEG)
- Heart rate
- Metabolic rate
- Respiratory function
- skin resistance
Studies show that people who practice yoga have:
- Reduced anxiety
- Are more resistant to stress, and
- Have lower blood pressure
- More efficient heart function
- Better respiratory function, and
- Improved physical fitness.