Stress related disorders such as depression and anxiety are leading sources of disability
worldwide, and current treatment methods such as conventional antidepressant medications …

The use of mind–body therapies, including Tai Chi, Qigong, yoga, and meditation, has
grown steadily in recent years. These approaches have been shown to be effective in …

Background and objectives Practices that include yoga asanas and mindfulness-based
stress reduction for the management of stress are increasingly popular; however, the …

Background Dysregulation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis is associated
with diverse adverse health outcomes, making it an important therapeutic target …

Currently, the potential for cardiovascular (CV) stress-induced risk is primarily based on the
theoretical (obvious) side effects of stress on the CV system. Salivary cortisol and α-amylase …

Objectives Meditation has been shown to have physical, cognitive, and psychological health
benefits that can be used to promote healthy aging. However, the common and specific …

Background Metabolic syndrome is the most important risk factor for developing
cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. The aim of this review was to systematically …

A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to investigate the effects of yoga on
glycemic control, lipid profiles, body composition and blood pressure in people in the pre …

Yoga-based practices (YBP) typically involve a combination of movement sequences,
conscious regulation of the breath, and techniques to engage attention. However, little is …

Evidence for the effectiveness of acute and chronic stretching for improving range of motion
is extensive. Improved flexibility can positively impact performances in activities of daily …