Latest yoga and wellness news
Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital’s Meditation Research Program have achieved what may be the most detailed look inside a meditating brain ever recorded. Using an ultra-high field strength 7-Tesla MRI system, scientists mapped brain activity during jhana, an advanced form of concentrative absorption meditation rooted in Buddhist tradition, and the results are reshaping how neuroscience … Read more
Breathwork is no longer confined to yoga studios and meditation retreats. In 2026, controlled breathing techniques are being studied in clinical trials, prescribed in hospitals, and integrated into trauma therapy protocols. A recent semi-randomized control trial published in Nature Scientific Reports examined the psychophysiological effects of breathwork and cold immersion, producing measurable physiological changes in … Read more
A groundbreaking randomized controlled trial has confirmed what yoga practitioners have long suspected: the ancient practice offers measurable protection against the biological markers of aging. Researchers from MDPI tested yoga against 10 distinct physiological and psychological indicators of healthy aging in 258 older adults with genuine metabolic conditions—and the results were striking. Every single marker … Read more
In Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Carver High School has taken a bold step toward supporting student mental health by creating a dedicated “Restoration Room”—a classroom space where teenagers practice yoga, meditation, and mindfulness exercises. Launched in response to community trauma affecting the school and surrounding area, this initiative represents a growing recognition that traditional education alone … Read more
A groundbreaking study published in Nature Scientific Reports has revealed something remarkable: just 10 weeks of consistent yoga practice can significantly transform immune and metabolic markers in medical students. While yoga has long been celebrated for its mental health benefits, this research provides hard scientific evidence that the ancient practice triggers measurable physiological changes at … Read more