Try Yoga for Better Health

Yoga reduces stress and keeps you strong. It may even relieve fibromyalgia pain, depression and fatigue. And some medical evidence supports its mind-body healing powers. In this video, Robin Miller, MD, explains the many health benefits of yoga.

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Hi, I'm Dr. Miller with your healthy tip of the day. Give yoga

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a try, millions of Americans have already discovered the healthy benefits of this ancient practice. It reduces stress, and keeps you

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strong, and some medical evidence support it's mind, body healing powers. You will find that yoga can improve your mood, and decrease anxiety too.

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How? Yoga releases more GABA, gamma amino-butyric acid in your brain. It's nature's own anti-anxiety agent,

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and if you suffer from Fibromyalgia, a once a week yoga class can help. Researchers show that the gentle stretching and meditation can relief

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fibro pain, depression, and fatigue. Yoga can even curb weight gain. In one study, overweight people

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aged 45-55 who did yoga for four years gained almost 20 pounds less than a similar group who didn't practice.

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From increasing joint flexibility, and balance to improving memory, the health benefits of yoga abound.

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Want to learn about more ways to stay well? Check out a health tip right here.