Learning & Research
Curated resources on yoga, Ayurveda, and yoga for special conditions.
Ancient Science of Life
Ayurveda is a traditional system of medicine that complements yoga practice. These resources offer authentic education and practical guidance.
A non-profit organization that teaches the principles and practices of Ayurveda, the ancient science of life. Provides authentic education in a supportive environment that encourages integration of Ayurveda into daily living and clinical practice.
Explore the WebsiteExplores Ayurvedic medicine with the intent to make Ayurvedic nutrition understandable and easy to manage. Also offers online courses for those interested in attaining professional Ayurvedic certification.
Explore the WebsiteFounded in 1996, Banyan Botanicals is an herbal company dedicated to offering superior, environmentally friendly, and ethically considered herbs and products related to Ayurvedic medicine and tradition. Their goal is to help people achieve and maintain optimal health and well-being.
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Research and guidance on how yoga can support those living with chronic illness, injury, or other health challenges.
Yoga Benefits for Arthritis — This article by Susan Bernstein offers insights on how yoga can reduce pain, increase flexibility, improve function, and lower stress in people with arthritis.
Explore this ResourceThis page from breastcancer.org follows the research concerning the possible benefits of yoga for breast cancer patients — including the reduction of physical fatigue and emotional stress, improvement of sleep and general physical energy, and a better quality of life.
Explore this ResourceFrom the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, this page presents an overview of what yoga is and explains how yoga can help manage the complications of multiple sclerosis.
Explore this ResourceYoga Visibly Reduces Tremors and Improves Steadiness of Gait — This article by Renee Le Verrier, RYT, describes how yoga is one of the best alternative therapies for handling the stress of Parkinson's. Yoga breathing techniques are especially helpful in calming anxiety.
Explore this ResourceFrom the Parkinson's Foundation, this page describes research on the benefits of yoga for movement disorders, including improved strength, flexibility, balance, overall fitness, and quality of life.
Explore this ResourceThis website offers extensive information on some of the most common medications and therapies used to treat rheumatic disease.
Explore this ResourceThe Integral Yoga Institute offers courses for certification specifically related to Yoga for the Special Child and is an approved Continuing Education provider for AOTA, IAYT, and Yoga Alliance.
Explore this ResourceDedicated to offering medical and therapeutic caregivers resources on how to restore and maintain personal health and wellbeing.
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This article from sleep.org explores how exercise, including yoga, affects sleep quality and duration. Posting this link is not intended as an endorsement of any products mentioned on that site.
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