Ayurveda

Yoga can relieve tension before it goes to your head.

You probably already know that yoga can help your posture now, but a recent study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society suggests yoga also can also help lower the risk of Dowager's Hump in the elderly. Dowager's Hump,...

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Menopausal hormone shifts can rearrange your body and mind in unnerving ways. Let yoga bring you back into balance.

Yoga can ease the pain and discomfort of osteoarthritis.

One of the most popular articles gracing NYTimes.com last week questioned whether nasal irrigation using a neti pot can help reduce allergy symptoms. "While it is not nearly as convenient as popping a pill or using a spray, several...

Yoga offers tools to enhance memory and focus—and transform the way you think.

Try three healing treatments from Ayurveda's classic individual-tailored detox program, Panchakarma.

Learning to cope with chronic illness, one woman discovers Ayurvedic treatments that transform body and mind.

Align body, mind, and spirit with nature by practicing this seasonal sequence.

A yoga teacher struggling with infertility gets a glimpse of the miracle that is life.

A cancer patient uses yoga to move forward with her life.

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Find out holistic ways to care for your pet and why holistic pet care is gradually gaining popularity.

Try these restorative poses for comfort and acceptance.

Natural remedies can help with managing your PMS symptoms. By making sure you are eating healthy and getting enough sleep, you won't have to reach for the pill bottle to relieve your symptoms.

Experience pure pleasure, a still mind, and a deeper practice through bodywork.

Pigeon can help safeguard your precious knees and low back and make myriad poses infinitely more pleasant.

Enjoy summer's heat with cooling Ayurvedic tips.

Try a natural solution for insomnia.

Extend your yoga practice to the table by applying Ayurvedic principles to keep your body nourished and your mind clear.

For a spa experience that's truly rejuvenating, surrender to treatments tailored just for you.

Calming techniques taught in fertility yoga classes support women on the path to pregnancy.

Get all the benefits of a spa day without leaving home.

When winter's gloom darkens your mood, yoga can brighten your days.

When it comes to back pain, this gentle approach is best.

Prevention and self-care may be the key to dealing with common back pain.

Transform unhealthful eating habits with yoga.

Tune in to your body, connect with community, and embrace the birth.

Self-abhyanga is simple to do, is deeply nurturing, and restores balance when your skin needs soothing.

Ayurveda's ancient remedies can keep your skin smooth and supple all winter long.

In the winter incorporate warming herbs and spices into your diet.

A study conducted at the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) in Bangalore, India, suggests certain forms of yoga, along with regular treatment, can help reduce seizures in patients suffering from refractory epilepsy (those who continue to experience...

According to Reuters, recent studies conducted in Sweden and India show that yoga can reverse biochemical changes associated with high blood pressure, obesity, and high blood sugar. Waist circumference, blood pressure, blood sugar, and triglycerides were significantly lower, and "good"...

Immunologists and geneticists in India are working with Ayurveda experts in a first of its kind project to scientifically explain the physiological reactions that take place during Ayurvedic treatments. Scientists are specifically interested in Ayurvedic rasayana therapy, which involves the...

Try these natural strategies, and your eyes will feel good and look great.

Rid yourself of insomnia with this calming pose sequence.

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Treat insomnia with remedies tailored to your specific doshic imbalance.

Kick your insomnia for good by creating a simple and restful nighttime routine.

Lois Steinberg, Ph.D., details the practices taught to her by Geeta S. Iyengar for all phases of the menstrual cycle.

Guys have the world to gain by practicing yoga. So what's holding them back? Explore why men should be getting on their mats as often as women.

Use Skull Shining Breath to relieve sinus pressure.

Yogic breathing techniques can make any kind of workout easier and more enjoyable.

Don’t let someone else’s bad mood affect you. Learn to protect yourself using detachment.

Find out what happened when three everyday people turned to yoga to change their lives.

New studies show that people suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder can find real relief with yoga.

Learn about the healing power of voice in your throat chakra and different ways to get familiar with your voice.

Shoulder injuries are common among yogis, but they don't have to be. Here's how to care for your shoulders, not tear them down.

Can you relax your way to a slimmer body—and stave off a dangerous ailment, too?

A study conducted by the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York, found women being treated for early-stage breast cancer who participated in a yoga program experienced a smaller decline in social well-being than women who did not do...

A new breed of life coaches uses yoga to help others make changes.

Of the 1.5 million Americans with Parkinson's disease, up to 225,000 are under the age of 50. Whatever your age, if you're in the early stages of the disease, yoga may slow its progression and help you lead a full life.

Heal your carpal tunnel syndrome for good with this innovative yogic approach.

The next time you find your nerves frazzled, take a break for this quick rejuvenation flow sequence from Larry Payne.

Physical therapists say the hypermobile person has a much harder job, physically and psychologically—here's why.

Give your feet just a little attention, and your whole body will feel better.

Can kriya yoga help battle depression?

Yoga, meditation, and other spiritual practices can't turn back the clock, but they can help us embrace who we are. As you puzzle through the questions and adjustments that arise with age, let these suggestions fortify your journey.

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Restorative yoga and pranayama reduce insomnia causing stress.

Which type of scoliosis are you living with? These yoga poses will relieve and possibly reverse the symptoms.

Scoliosis can cause back pain and many other health problems, including shallow breathing, sciatica, headaches, and even insomnia. Yoga not only brings relief but can also help you accept and embrace the body you're in.

Being empathic requires inner strength. To develop yours, try these techniques recommended by Fairfax, California, yoga teacher and author Nischala Joy Devi.

Will a pinch really perk you up? A recent study finds certain acupressure points can improve alertness.

Got a pounding headache? This sequence of supported poses can send it packing.

The ancient healing practice of Ayurveda is thriving in India, as locals and tourists head to the resorts of Kerala. Find out which one is right for you.

These healing herbs can be incorporated year-round but are especially good for springtime.

Learn the effects that long term stress has on the body.

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New research suggests we're hard-wired to be empathetic. Here's how to keep from getting overwhelmed by the pain of others.

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Try this yogic sleep technique to fully relax and find a meditative state of consciousness.

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Use these yoga for air travel tips to prevent deep vein thrombosis and the hazards of sitting.

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