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.
23/10/2025
Blood type has a small influence on health but is not a major determinant.
Summary:
Non-O types (A, B, AB): slightly higher risk of heart disease and blood clots.
Type O: lower clotting risk but slightly higher bleeding tendency.
Cancer & infections: some weak links, but not consistent.
Rh factor: minimal proven health impact.
“Blood type diets” lack scientific proof.
Overall health depends far more on lifestyle, diet, and exercise than on blood type.
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22/10/2025
Antibiotic resistance is rising because bacteria are evolving to survive antibiotic treatments.
Main causes: overuse, misuse, self-medication, use in livestock, and poor hygiene.
Effects: common infections become harder to treat, hospital stays lengthen, and deaths increase.
Prevention: use antibiotics only when prescribed, complete the full course, maintain hygiene, and avoid misuse.
If unchecked, it could cause up to 10 million deaths a year by 2050.
Antibiotic resistance is rising rapidly worldwide — a major global health concern. Here’s a concise summary:
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⚠️ What It Means
Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria evolve to survive drugs that once killed them. These “superbugs” make infections harder — sometimes impossible — to treat.
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📈 Why It’s Increasing
Overuse and misuse of antibiotics — taking them unnecessarily or not completing doses.
Self-medication and easy access without prescriptions.
Antibiotic use in livestock for growth promotion.
Poor infection control in hospitals and communities.
Global travel, spreading resistant bacteria quickly.
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🧫 Consequences
Common infections (like pneumonia, TB, urinary infections) become harder to treat.
Longer hospital stays, higher costs, and more deaths.
Routine surgeries and cancer treatments become riskier due to infection resistance.
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🛡️ How to Slow It Down
Use antibiotics only when prescribed by a doctor.
Complete the full course even if you feel better.
Avoid pressuring doctors for antibiotics for viral infections (like cold/flu).
Maintain good hygiene, vaccination, and safe food handling.
Support antibiotic stewardship — responsible use in healthcare and agriculture.
🌍 Global Impact
According to WHO, antibiotic resistance could cause 10 million deaths annually by 2050 if unchecked — surpassing cancer as a leading killer.
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21/10/2025
Eating eggs daily provides many benefits:
🥚 High-quality protein – supports muscle growth, repair, and satiety.
🧠 Brain & eye health – choline, lutein, and zeaxanthin aid memory and vision.
❤️ Heart health – 1–2 eggs a day is safe for most; boosts HDL (“good” cholesterol).
💪 Weight control – protein helps metabolism and reduces hunger.
💇♀️ Hair, skin, nails – biotin and amino acids strengthen them.
🦴 Bone strength – vitamin D and phosphorus support bone density.
⚠️ Eat them boiled or poached (not fried), limit salt and processed meats, and cook well.
👉 For most healthy adults, 1–2 eggs daily is beneficial and safe.
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20/10/2025
Leg health and brain health are closely linked.
Weak legs or slow walking can signal early dementia risk.
Good leg strength and circulation help protect brain function by improving blood flow and reducing inflammation.
Changes in gait or balance often appear before memory loss in dementia.
Regular leg exercises (walking, squats, cycling, yoga) boost brain chemicals that support memory and delay decline.
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19/10/2025
Morning cold showers don’t cause heart attacks in healthy people, but they can trigger one in those with heart disease, high blood pressure, or poor circulation.
Key points:
Cold water causes blood vessels to tighten and raises heart rate and blood pressure briefly.
Healthy hearts adapt easily — may even benefit from improved circulation and alertness.
People with cardiac problems risk heart strain, chest pain, or arrhythmia from sudden cold shock.
Best approach: start with warm water, lower temperature gradually, and avoid extreme cold if you have heart issues.
Bottom line:
Cold showers are safe for most, risky for some — check with your doctor if you have heart or blood pressure concerns.
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18/10/2025
Magnesium supplements support muscle, nerve, heart, and brain function and can help with sleep, stress, and recovery.
Best forms:
Glycinate – for relaxation and sleep
Citrate – for digestion
Malate – for energy
Threonate – for brain health
Caution: Too much can cause diarrhea or low blood pressure; avoid if you have kidney issues.
Daily need: About 400 mg for men, 310 mg for women.
Food sources: Nuts, seeds, leafy greens, dark chocolate, avocado.
17/10/2025
Vegan / plant-based protein powders often show higher lead levels than whey/dairy ones.
Within vegan powders, chocolate-flavored ones tend to have more lead than vanilla.
Many powders exceed safety thresholds (e.g. California’s Prop 65) in lab tests.
Detectable lead doesn’t always imply risk — actual danger depends on how much and how often you consume.
Some critique the methods of these studies (lack of peer review, data transparency).
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16/10/2025
Most Indians are vitamin D deficient, with studies showing 60–90 % prevalence across cities and villages.
Despite plenty of sunlight, common causes include:
Limited outdoor time and indoor lifestyles
Air pollution blocking UV B rays
Darker skin, which makes vitamin D synthesis slower
Clothing and cultural habits reducing skin exposure
Vegetarian diets low in vitamin D-rich foods
Lack of food fortification
Obesity and certain metabolic factors
Key health effects
Deficiency leads to:
Bone weakness (rickets, osteomalacia, osteoporosis)
Muscle pain and fatigue
Greater risk of infections, weak immunity, and possibly heart or metabolic diseases
Prevention
Get regular, safe sunlight exposure (10–30 min daily)
Eat or fortify foods with vitamin D (fish, eggs, fortified milk/oils)
Take supplements if needed, especially for children,
15/10/2025
Avocados are rich in healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals that support overall health. They:
Improve heart health by lowering bad cholesterol and regulating blood pressure.
Boost brain function and mood through folate and healthy fats.
Aid digestion and promote gut health with high fiber.
Support skin, hair, and bone health with vitamin E, K, and antioxidants.
Help with weight control by increasing fullness and stabilizing blood sugar.
Reduce inflammation and protect against chronic diseases.
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14/10/2025
Vitamin D Deficiency — A Hidden Epidemic
Widespread Problem: Nearly half the global population has low vitamin D levels. It affects all ages and regions, especially people with dark skin, limited sun exposure, obesity, or malabsorption disorders.
Why “Hidden”: Symptoms like fatigue, muscle pain, and low mood are vague and often ignored. Many people remain undiagnosed unless specifically tested.
Health Impacts:
Weak bones and higher fracture risk (rickets, osteomalacia, osteoporosis).
Muscle weakness and falls in the elderly.
Weakened immunity and possible links to heart disease, diabetes, depression, and some cancers.
Main Causes:
Lack of sunlight exposure.
Poor dietary intake.
Urban indoor lifestyles and pollution blocking UVB rays.
Prevention & Solutions:
Regular moderate sun exposure.
Foods rich in vitamin D (fatty fish, eggs, fortified milk).
Supplements when medically advised.
Public health fortification and awareness programs.
Bottom line:
Vitamin D deficiency is a silent global epidemic with serious health effects — easily preventable through sunlight, diet, and awareness.
14/10/2025
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13/10/2025
Growing Resistance to Antibiotics
Antibiotic resistance is a rising global health threat where bacteria evolve to survive drugs meant to kill them. It is driven by overuse and misuse of antibiotics in humans and animals, poor infection control, and weak regulation. Common resistant bacteria include MRSA, CRE, and drug-resistant TB.
If unchecked, antibiotic resistance could cause up to 10 million deaths annually by 2050. Solutions include responsible antibiotic use, stronger hospital infection control, better diagnostics, new drug research, and global cooperation through the WHO’s One Health approach.
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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.
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.
