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11/14/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Can we laugh our way to a healthier body?

Yes, we can, according to science. More evidence points to the therapeutic benefits of genuine laughter – the type that causes our bellies to shake and has us almost gasping for breath. From significantly reducing the amount of pain we feel to actually boosting our immune system, laughter is a simple but effective way to improve […]

11/07/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Scientists look at whole body vibration as a potential treatment for fibromyalgia

Whole body vibration exercise is an effective therapy for people with fibromyalgia, according to a study published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. The study revealed that whole body vibration therapy can help improve fibromyalgia symptoms, such as pain, function, and depression. Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes pain all over the body. […]

11/02/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

Modified Qigong breathing exercise can reduce your sense of hunger

Hunger is a major factor for excessive eating, which could lead to weight gain and obesity. Obesity is a major cause of concern since it could lead to complications like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease. A potential treatment for obesity was found in a traditional Chinese medicine practice known as Qigong. In a study published in […]

10/26/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Effects of physical activity in the psychological well-being of cancer survivors

Research has found that long hikes can sustainably improve the physical activity, psychological well-being, and quality of life of breast cancer survivors. The study, which was published in the Journal of Cancer Science & Therapy, looked at how a six-week long hike can improve the physical activity levels and mental health of breast cancer patients. […]

10/17/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Pilates better than conventional therapeutic exercises in decreasing pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis

More and more people suffer from pain because of osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis. Fortunately, a study published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice revealed that there is a safe and effective way to treat osteoarthritis of the knee naturally. Researchers from the Islamic Azad University and the University of Isfahan […]

10/10/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Breathe your stress away: Yoga lowers blood pressure

Is stress raising your blood pressure to unhealthy levels? Brazilian researchers recommend letting it all out through your left nostril in a pranayama exercise. An article in Science Direct showed that adopting yoga breathing exercises can help reduce and manage your blood pressure levels. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a very common ailment. It derives […]

09/15/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Comprehensive study suggests the efficacy of yoga and physical therapy in treating chronic lower back pain

If you have lower back pain, you may want to consider taking yoga as an option, aside from physical therapy: A study published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine has found that yoga is as effective as physical therapy in treating chronic lower back pain. Researchers from Boston Medical Center (BMC) conducted the study in […]

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