Health Benefits of Yoga For Body, Mind, and SoulYoga is a Sanskrit word with several meanings, one of which is "union." Many practitioners of yoga view the goal of yoga as integration of mind, body, and soul. The American Yoga Association (AYA) says that yoga is at least 5000 years old and is built on a system of breathing, exercise, and meditation. The AYA asserts that a daily yoga practice enhances mental clarity and physical health. Western medicine is increasingly discovering the health benefits of yoga for conditions such as stress, depression, chronic pain, obesity, and many others. This site will feature experts who are able to speak from their experience and education about how yoga might be helpful to you (although like all information-oriented websites, we also recommend that you consult with your own health professional because YogaFixes.com is not purporting to give medical advice). The AYA states that yoga is not a religion and does not interfere with the religious beliefs of any person who practices yoga. YogaFixes.com is in agreement with the AYA's opinion that yoga can add to the quality of life of people from any religious background and faith. Thank you for stopping by. Enjoy! Janet from YogaFixes.com
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