yogajala Staff Chair yoga is one of the most versatile and accessible forms of yoga available. By using a chair for support, stability, and as a prop for modified poses, chair yoga opens the door to a full yoga practice for people who might otherwise find traditional mat-based yoga difficult or impossible — including older adults, office … Read more
Sleep is the foundation of health — and it’s in crisis. An estimated 1 in 3 adults globally report insufficient sleep, and insomnia rates have climbed significantly in the post-pandemic years. Pharmaceutical sleep aids carry dependency risks and don’t address root causes. And while CBT-I (cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia) is highly effective, it remains … Read more
Researchers at the University of Miami have used an innovative technique — retinal imaging — to document for the first time exactly how yoga changes the brains of people with Parkinson’s disease. The study, published in the university’s health news, found that yoga practice produced measurable neurological changes visible through the retina, offering a non-invasive … Read more
A study published in Scientific Reports (Nature Portfolio) has documented something remarkable: combining virtual reality technology with traditional yoga and mindfulness practice produced a 40% reduction in postpartum depression and anxiety symptoms in new mothers — significantly outperforming conventional care alone. The research comes at a critical time, with postpartum depression affecting an estimated 1 … Read more
A peer-reviewed study published in Scientific Reports (Nature Portfolio) has revealed that just 10 weeks of structured yoga practice produced measurable changes in immune function and metabolic health in medical students — a population known for chronically elevated stress levels and compromised wellbeing. The findings offer a compelling window into yoga’s potential as a frontline … Read more