Yoga reduces stress and keeps you strong. It may even relieve fibromyalgia pain, depression and fatigue. And some medical evidence supports its mind-body healing powers. In this video, Robin Miller, MD, explains the many health benefits of yoga.
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Hi, I'm Dr. Miller with your healthy tip of the day. Give yoga a try, millions of Americans have already discovered the healthy benefits of this ancient practice. It reduces stress, and keeps you strong, and some medical evidence support it's mind, body healing powers. You will find that yoga can improve your mood, and decrease anxiety too.
How? Yoga releases more GABA, gamma amino-butyric acid in your brain. It's nature's own anti-anxiety agent, and if you suffer from Fibromyalgia, a once a week yoga class can help. Researchers show that the gentle stretching and meditation can relief fibro pain, depression, and fatigue. Yoga can even curb weight gain.
In one study, overweight people aged 45-55 who did yoga for four years gained almost 20 pounds less than a similar group who didn't practice. From increasing joint flexibility, and balance to improving memory, the health benefits of yoga abound. Want to learn about more ways to stay well? Check out a health tip right here.
Fibromyalgia is a condition that affects muscles, joints and tendons. Get tips about fibro symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Learn how a healthy diet and stress management can help ease fibro symptoms, such as pain, fatigue and poor sleep.
