Holistic Yoga

RYS 200 Yoga Alliance Certified School. We do either Power yoga or Flow yoga before our Hatha yoga practice.

Holistic Yoga is an optimal combination Power yoga, Flow yoga, Traditional Hatha Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Discussions on Yoga Philosophy and Healthy Diet Our practice is more of a holistic one which is a combination Power yoga, Flow yoga (suryanamaskar and variations), traditional Hatha yoga, Kundalini yoga, Yoga Philosophy and Diet

The advantages of doing power yoga is Bodily strength and Energy It also gives many of the benefits of traditional Hatha yoga like regulating the hormonal balance in your body etc because the power yoga exercises are the Hatha yoga poses done more dynamically. Our Flow yoga is more oriented towards increasing your aerobic capability similar to running but it also has some of the benefits of Hatha yoga and power yoga. This enables you to go deeper into the Hatha yoga poses as your body is more warmed up and hence becomes more flexible. So doing power yoga or flow yoga before hatha yoga helps you derive the benefits of Hatha yoga better. Kundalini Yoga is more of a spiritual practice with various exercises, breathing and meditation techniques aimed at enhancing your spiritual energy. Yoga philosophy is covered in every one of our classes are part of satang where various scriptures like Patangali Yoga sutras are discussed in a modern context and day to day life. We also have discussions on various types of food and how it impacts our physical and mental wellbeing.

09/04/2026

Doomscrolling at night accelerates ageing

Blocks melatonin → poorer sleep quality and recovery

Raises cortisol → stress, fat gain, skin ageing

Disrupts dopamine → mental fatigue, reduced focus

Creates sleep debt → lower hormones, weaker repair systems

Increases inflammation → faster cellular ageing

Bottom line: Night scrolling puts your body in a chronic stress + low-recovery state, which speeds up biological ageing.

08/04/2026

“Brain rot” refers to the cognitive impact of excessive mindless social media scrolling, not actual brain damage.

Passive consumption (short videos, endless feeds) can reduce attention span, memory, and focus, and disrupt sleep.

The main risk is how you use screens—passive scrolling is harmful, while purposeful use (learning, work, communication) is generally safe or beneficial.

Simple controls like limiting screen time, reducing notifications, and taking breaks can mitigate the effects.

Bottom line: It’s not screens themselves—it’s continuous passive scrolling that affects mental sharpness.

07/04/2026

Irregular sleep timing (changing bed/wake times) increases cardiovascular risk.

Studies show ~30% higher risk of heart attack, stroke, or heart failure with high variability.

Disrupted circadian rhythm affects blood pressure, metabolism, and inflammation.

Risk is higher if combined with conditions like Sleep Apnea.

Key takeaway: consistent sleep schedule (7–9 hours) is as important as sleep duration.

06/04/2026

Hidden sodium sources and impact:

Key Hidden Sodium Sources
“Healthy” packaged foods: cereals, protein bars, flavored yogurt

Restaurant food: gravies, marinades (2–3× home salt)

Bread & bakery items: daily staples add up quickly

Condiments: Soy sauce, Ketchup, pickles (very high sodium per small serving)

Low-fat/diet foods: compensate taste with salt

Processed non-veg: sausages, nuggets, pre-marinated meats

Instant foods: noodles, soups (often >1200 mg per serving)

Supplements/meds: effervescent tablets, electrolyte drinks

Why It Spikes BP
Causes fluid retention → increases blood volume
Affects vascular function → raises pressure
Leads to Hypertension even without “salty taste”

What to Do (High Impact)
Keep sodium 300 mg sodium per serving

Bottom Line
You’re likely consuming excess sodium without realizing it—mainly from processed, packaged, and restaurant foods—not from visible salt.

05/04/2026

Caffeine & Sleep — Key Points (for regular coffee users):

Still disrupts sleep: Even habitual users experience reduced sleep quality and duration.

Tolerance is incomplete: You may feel unaffected, but sleep can still be lighter and shorter.

Timing matters most: Caffeine can impair sleep even 6+ hours before bedtime.
Dose-dependent: Higher intake = greater disruption (limit ~400 mg/day for most adults).

Common effects: Delayed sleep onset, more awakenings, non-refreshing sleep.
Bottom line: Regular use does not eliminate caffeine’s impact—optimize timing and dose to protect sleep.

04/04/2026

A mouse study found that fathers exposed to ni****ne can have offspring with altered metabolism and higher diabetes risk markers.

The effect is likely due to changes in s***m (epigenetics).

This suggests a father’s health before conception may impact a child’s long-term health.

However, it’s not yet proven in humans, so findings should be interpreted cautiously.

03/04/2026

Exercise snacking (5–10 min bursts) = short activity sessions spread across the day instead of one long workout.

Key takeaways
Works effectively: Improves fitness, heart health, and metabolism

Controls blood sugar: Helps reduce risk of Type 2 Diabetes

Reduces sitting risks: Lowers chances of Cardiovascular Disease

Time-efficient: Same benefits as longer workouts when done consistently

How to do it
3–5 sessions/day, each 5–10 minutes
Mix: walking, stairs, squats, pushups, light HIIT

Ideal: move after meals and break long sitting periods

Bottom line
Consistency + frequency matter more than duration. Even small, repeated activity bursts can significantly improve health and reduce disease risk.

02/04/2026

How to stop your child from using a mobile phone while eating

Set a clear rule: no phones during meals

Remove devices from the dining area

Lead by example—parents follow the same rule

Replace screens with conversation or interaction

Start gradually, then move to full restriction

Use positive rewards for consistency

Avoid force or arguments—set expectations beforehand

Keep meals engaging and stress-free

Be consistent—no frequent exceptions

Core idea: control environment + model behavior + stay consistent.

01/04/2026

7 PM vs 9 PM Dinner

7 PM (early dinner):
Better metabolism → less fat storage
Improved digestion → better sleep
Aligns with body clock → lower risk of obesity & diabetes

9 PM (late dinner):
Slower metabolism → more fat storage
Poor digestion → disturbed sleep, acid reflux
Hormonal disruption → higher long-term health risks

Bottom line:
👉 Eating earlier (around 7 PM) is healthier.
👉 If eating at 9 PM, keep the meal light and sleep after 2–3 hours.

31/03/2026

Why mosquitoes prefer some people over others

Body odor & skin bacteria → certain chemicals attract them

More CO₂ output → bigger/active people get targeted more

Higher body heat → easier for mosquitoes to detect

Blood type → Type O is most attractive

Dark clothing → makes you more visible

Genetics → major factor (~20–30%)

Bottom line:
Mosquitoes follow CO₂ + smell + heat signals—some people naturally emit stronger ones.

30/03/2026

You can look slim but still have high visceral fat (“thin outside, fat inside”).

It builds around organs and raises risk of diabetes, heart disease, and fatty liver.

Causes include low muscle mass, inactivity, poor diet, stress, and genetics.

Weight alone isn’t enough—check waist size and metabolic markers.
Best reduction: strength training, cardio, good diet, sleep, and stress control.

29/03/2026

Scientists identified a protein (SLIT3) that helps brown fat build the blood vessels and nerve connections it needs to function.

This “wiring” allows brown fat to burn calories and produce heat more effectively.

The discovery could lead to new obesity treatments focused on boosting calorie burning, but it’s still in early research stages.

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Our practice is more of a holistic one which is a combination Power yoga, Flow yoga (suryanamaskar and variations), traditional Hatha yoga, Kundalini yoga, Yoga Philosophy and Diet

The advantages of doing power yoga is Bodily strength and Energy It also gives many of the benefits of traditional Hatha yoga like regulating the hormonal balance in your body etc because the power yoga exercises are the Hatha yoga poses done more dynamically.

Our Flow yoga is more oriented towards increasing your aerobic capability similar to running but it also has some of the benefits of Hatha yoga and power yoga.

We do either Power yoga or Flow yoga before our Hatha yoga practice. This enables you to go deeper into the Hatha yoga poses as your body is more warmed up and hence becomes more flexible. So doing power yoga or flow yoga before hatha yoga helps you derive the benefits of Hatha yoga better.