YOGA Purpose of yoga Role of yoga Benefits of yoga Keep-fit-yoga routine
Meditation: Few benefits of meditation are:# It decreases respiratory rate.
# It lowers oxygen consumption.
# It increases blood flow and slows the heart rate.
# Increases exercise tolerance in heart patients.
# Leads to a deeper level of relaxation.
# It increases serotonin production which influences mood and behavior. Low levels of serotonin are associated with depression, obesity, insomnia and headaches.
# Helps in chronic diseases like allergies , arthritis etc.
# Reduces Pre- menstrual Syndrome.
# Helps in post-operative healing.
# Enhances the immune system. Research has revealed that meditation increases activity of 'natural-killer cells', which kill bacteria and cancer cells.
# Also reduces activity of viruses and emotional distress.
# Good for people with high blood pressure as it brings the B.P. to normal.
# Reduces anxiety attacks by lowering the levels of blood lactate.
# Decreases muscle tension (any pain due to tension) and headaches.
# Builds self-confidence.
