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The science behind yoga involves physiological, psychological, and neurological effects. Physically, yoga improves flexibility, strength, and balance. pranayama enhance oxygen flow and regulate the autonomic nervous system, reducing stress. Meditation fosters mindfulness, reducing cortisol levels and...
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The science behind yoga involves physiological, psychological, and neurological effects. Physically, yoga improves flexibility, strength, and balance. pranayama enhance oxygen flow and regulate the autonomic nervous system, reducing stress. Meditation fosters mindfulness, reducing cortisol levels and improving emotional regulation. Studies show yoga positively impacts the brain, heart health, immune system, and overall well-being. read less
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Yoga’s Science 1. Neural Rewiring: Boosts GABA (calming neurotransmitter) and reduces cortisol (stress hormone). 2. Vagus Nerve Activation: Triggers parasympathetic “rest-digest” mode, lowering heart rate/blood pressure. 3. Anti-Inflammatory: Reduces cytokines linked to chronic...
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Yoga’s Science 

1. Neural Rewiring: Boosts GABA (calming neurotransmitter) and reduces cortisol (stress hormone).  

2. Vagus Nerve Activation: Triggers parasympathetic “rest-digest” mode, lowering heart rate/blood pressure.  

3. Anti-Inflammatory: Reduces cytokines linked to chronic diseases (Harvard studies).  

4. Brain Plasticity: Increases gray matter in areas for focus, emotion regulation (Frontiers in Human Neuroscience).  

5. Biomechanics: Combines movement, breath, and mindfulness to optimize nervous + musculoskeletal systems.

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scientific evidence shows that yoga supports stress management, mental health, mindfulness, healthy eating, weight loss and quality sleep
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Yoga is a spiritual discipline dating back to some 5000 years in the history of indian philosophy. Unleash spiritual and mental powers of an individual. Apart from spiritual aspects, the physiological benefits acquired from yoga have recently had radical scientific understanding behind its workings. Also...
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Yoga is a spiritual discipline dating back to some 5000 years in the history of indian philosophy. Unleash spiritual and mental powers of an individual.

Apart from spiritual aspects, the physiological benefits acquired from yoga have recently had radical scientific understanding behind its workings.

Also moderate the surge and the production of chemical inthe body that affects us mentally, physically as well as psychosomatically.

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