Can Iyengar Yoga Slow Aging? New Swiss Trial Tests Effects on Postmenopausal Women

A new randomized controlled trial at the University Hospital of Bern in Switzerland is investigating whether a structured 12-week Iyengar yoga program can measurably slow biological aging in postmenopausal women. The study, published in Frontiers in Global Women’s Health, enrolled 72 participants and represents one of the most rigorous clinical examinations of yoga’s effects on … Read more

Newsweek Names Gaia Among Best Mindfulness Apps for 2026

Newsweek has named Gaia among the 15 best mindfulness and wellness apps for 2026, recognizing the streaming platform’s library of over 10,000 yoga, meditation, and wellness videos as a standout resource in an increasingly crowded digital wellness marketplace. The recognition comes at a time when the digital wellness market is experiencing unprecedented growth. With more … Read more

How Schools Are Using Yoga to Combat the Teen Mental Health Crisis

As teen mental health continues to dominate headlines in 2026, schools across the United States and internationally are turning to an unexpected intervention: yoga. From elementary classrooms in California to secondary schools in India, structured yoga programs are being adopted at an accelerating pace, driven by growing evidence that mindful movement and breathwork can meaningfully … Read more

Yoga Enters Heart Failure Treatment: Landmark Protocol Pairs Asanas With Cardiac Rehab

A new study protocol published in BMJ Open could mark a turning point in how yoga is integrated into mainstream medical treatment. Researchers have designed the first comprehensive yoga-based cardiac rehabilitation protocol specifically for heart failure patients, combining tailored asanas, pranayama, and meditation with standard medical care in a structured clinical framework. If the results … Read more

World Health Day 2026: How Celebrity Advocates Are Fueling Yoga’s Global Rise

As the world marked World Health Day on April 7, 2026, a wave of celebrity endorsements across Bollywood and global entertainment spotlighted yoga not merely as exercise but as a comprehensive lifestyle philosophy. From red carpet regulars to professional athletes, prominent public figures used the occasion to showcase their personal yoga practices, and the impact … Read more