New research shows that yoga is a valuable therapeutic tool for many health conditions. According to the study, 6.1%, or nearly 14 million Americans, say that a doctor or therapist has recommended yoga to them. Nearly half of all adults agree that yoga would be a beneficial if they were undergoing treatment for a medical condition.
According to the National Institutes of Health, yoga:
- Improves mood and sense of well-being
- Counteracts stress
- Reduces heart rate and blood pressure
- Increases lung capacity
- Improves muscle relaxation and body composition
- Helps with conditions such as anxiety, depression, and insomnia
- Improves overall physical fitness, strength, and flexibility
- Positively affect levels of certain brain or blood chemicals
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