Holistic Yoga

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.

The body detoxifies itself naturally; no special detox products are needed.Liver: Main detox organ; converts toxins into...
07/01/2026

The body detoxifies itself naturally; no special detox products are needed.

Liver: Main detox organ; converts toxins into forms excreted via bile and urine.

Kidneys: Filter blood and remove waste through urine.

Gut: Eliminates toxins via stool; fiber and gut bacteria are essential.

Lungs: Remove carbon dioxide and volatile toxins through breathing.

Skin: Minor role via sweat; not a primary detox pathway.

Best ways to support natural detox
Eat enough protein and fiber
Stay well hydrated
Exercise regularly
Get deep, quality sleep
Manage stress

Avoid
Juice cleanses, detox teas, extreme fasting, and unproven supplements

Bottom line:
Healthy lifestyle habits support the body’s built-in detox systems better than any “detox” program.

Waist-to-Height Ratio (WHtR) is a better obesity risk indicator than BMI.WHtR directly reflects abdominal (visceral) fat...
06/01/2026

Waist-to-Height Ratio (WHtR) is a better obesity risk indicator than BMI.

WHtR directly reflects abdominal (visceral) fat, which is strongly linked to diabetes, heart disease, and metabolic disorders.

BMI does not account for fat distribution or muscle mass and can misclassify risk.

A single global cutoff works across age, s*x, and ethnicity:

WHtR ≥ 0.5 = increased health risk
Simple rule:

Keep your waist less than half your height
BMI remains useful for population studies, but WHtR is superior for individual health risk assessment, especially in South Asians.

Drug resistance occurs when pathogens or diseased cells adapt so that medicines become less effective or ineffective. It...
05/01/2026

Drug resistance occurs when pathogens or diseased cells adapt so that medicines become less effective or ineffective. It is driven by genetic mutations, drug efflux mechanisms, enzymatic drug breakdown, target modification, and protective structures such as biofilms.

Overuse and misuse of drugs, incomplete treatment courses, poor diagnostics, and single-drug therapies accelerate resistance. The consequences include treatment failure, prolonged illness, higher healthcare costs, and increased mortality.

Key countermeasures include rational drug use (stewardship), combination therapies, rapid diagnostics, strong surveillance systems, infection-control practices, and continued research into new drugs and alternative therapies.

GLP-1 drugs — like Ozempic What they doMimic the gut hormone GLP-1 to reduce appetite, slow stomach emptying, and improv...
04/01/2026

GLP-1 drugs — like Ozempic

What they do
Mimic the gut hormone GLP-1 to reduce appetite, slow stomach emptying, and improve insulin response.

Key benefits
Weight loss: ~10–22% over ~1 year (dose/molecule dependent).
Diabetes control: Lowers HbA1c and post-meal glucose with low hypoglycemia risk (if not combined with insulin/sulfonylureas).
Heart protection: Reduces major cardiovascular events in high-risk patients.
Metabolic improvements: Modest BP and lipid reductions; emerging benefits for fatty liver.

Main risks
GI side effects: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea/constipation (common early).
Muscle loss: 20–40% of weight loss can be lean mass without protein + strength training.
Gastric slowing issues: Reflux, medication absorption concerns; peri-surgery caution.
Gallbladder disease: Higher risk with rapid weight loss.
Rare but serious: Pancreatitis; thyroid risk (avoid in MEN-2/medullary thyroid cancer).

Who benefits most
Obesity with type-2 diabetes or cardiovascular risk.

Who should avoid/caution
Prior pancreatitis, severe GI motility disorders, eating disorders, underweight/sarcopenic individuals, and
some elderly without supervised nutrition/training.

How to use safely
Slow dose titration, high protein intake (≥1.2–1.6 g/kg/day), resistance training, micronutrient monitoring, and a planned exit strategy.

Bottom line
Powerful medical tools with real cardiometabolic benefits when indicated; risks are manageable with proper screening and muscle-preserving habits.

Ten minutes of vigorous exercise done regularly can meaningfully reduce the risk of bowel (colorectal) cancer, but it do...
03/01/2026

Ten minutes of vigorous exercise done regularly can meaningfully reduce the risk of bowel (colorectal) cancer, but it does not fully prevent it on its own. The benefit comes from improved metabolism, reduced inflammation, faster gut transit, and better immune function. For best protection, short intense workouts should be consistent and combined with a high-fiber diet, healthy weight, minimal alcohol/smoking, good sleep, and regular screening.

**ra diet

Compulsive behavior is not just a learned habit loop; in many cases it is driven by neuroinflammation and immune dysregu...
02/01/2026

Compulsive behavior is not just a learned habit loop; in many cases it is driven by neuroinflammation and immune dysregulation.

Inflammation affects key brain regions (ACC, OFC, basal ganglia, amygdala), reducing cognitive control and locking the brain into repetitive patterns.

Activated immune pathways (cytokines, microglia, blood–brain barrier disruption) alter dopamine and threat processing, making compulsions feel relieving but not rewarding.

Gut inflammation and systemic immune stress can amplify brain inflammation via the gut–brain axis.

Clinical evidence shows compulsive symptoms often worsen with infections, stress, or metabolic inflammation and improve when inflammation is addressed.

Behavioral therapies work best after biological inflammation is reduced.

Bottom line: compulsions are often a biological stress response expressed as behavior—habits are the symptom, inflammation may be the driver.

New Year Health Resolutions —Sleep 7–8 hours consistentlyMove daily (steps, strength, flexibility)Eat clean, protein-ric...
01/01/2026

New Year Health Resolutions —

Sleep 7–8 hours consistently

Move daily (steps, strength, flexibility)

Eat clean, protein-rich, minimally processed foods

Manage stress with daily mindfulness or breathwork

Stay well-hydrated

Support immunity through nutrition and rest

Reduce sitting and improve posture

Get regular preventive health checkups

Limit alcohol and avoid ni****ne

Build mental fitness through gratitude, learning, and social connection

Key principle: Focus on sustainable daily habits, not short-term goals

May the New Year bring you balance in body, clarity in mind, and steadiness in spirit.May your practice deepen with each...
31/12/2025

May the New Year bring you balance in body, clarity in mind, and steadiness in spirit.

May your practice deepen with each breath, guiding you toward strength, flexibility, and inner calm.
Let mindfulness shape your days, discipline anchor your actions, and compassion expand your awareness.

As you step into the year ahead, may yoga help you align purpose with peace, effort with ease, and ambition with wisdom.

Wishing you a year of health, harmony, and conscious living through yoga.

Yoga & Diabetes —Improves blood sugar control: Lowers fasting glucose, post-meal spikes, and HbA1c when practiced regula...
30/12/2025

Yoga & Diabetes —
Improves blood sugar control: Lowers fasting glucose, post-meal spikes, and HbA1c when practiced regularly.
Enhances insulin sensitivity: Reduces insulin resistance through muscle activation, fat loss, and reduced inflammation.
Reduces stress hormones: Lowers cortisol and improves autonomic balance, directly helping glucose regulation.
Supports metabolic health: Improves weight, cholesterol, blood pressure, and cardiovascular risk.
Helps complications: Improves circulation, reduces neuropathy symptoms, and supports joint mobility.
Improves sleep: Better sleep quality leads to more stable blood sugar levels.
Best practices: Gentle asanas, pranayama (Anulom Vilom, Bhramari, Kapalbhati), and meditation.
Role: A complementary therapy—not a cure or replacement for medication.
Timeline: Benefits typically appear within 8–12 weeks of consistent practice.
Bottom line: Yoga is an effective lifestyle tool that addresses core drivers of diabetes—stress, insulin resistance, and metabolic imbalance—when practiced consistently alongside medical care.

Winter Triggers Heart Emergencies Cold causes vasoconstriction: Blood vessels narrow, raising blood pressure and cardiac...
29/12/2025

Winter Triggers Heart Emergencies

Cold causes vasoconstriction: Blood vessels narrow, raising blood pressure and cardiac workload.
Blood becomes thicker: Increased clotting tendency raises heart attack and stroke risk.

Sympathetic overdrive: Cold stress elevates adrenaline, increasing heart rate and arrhythmia risk.
Oxygen mismatch: Reduced coronary blood flow plus higher cardiac demand precipitates ischemia.

Morning risk spike: Early winter mornings combine cold exposure, dehydration, and natural BP surge.
Infections add stress: Flu and respiratory infections increase inflammation and clot risk.

Lifestyle factors: Less activity, heavier diet, alcohol, and irregular routines worsen risk.

Bottom line:
Winter significantly increases cardiovascular stress, making heart attacks and sudden cardiac events more likely—especially in the elderly and those with hypertension, diabetes, or existing heart disease.

Journaling for Success Creates clarity of goals and priorities, reducing distraction.Improves daily ex*****on by convert...
27/12/2025

Journaling for Success

Creates clarity of goals and priorities, reducing distraction.

Improves daily ex*****on by converting intent into concrete actions.

Enhances decision-making quality through reflection and review.

Builds self-discipline and accountability with consistent tracking.

Accelerates learning and continuous improvement by capturing lessons.

Strengthens confidence and momentum by recording wins and progress.

Reduces stress by organizing thoughts and focusing on controllables.

Best practice:
5–10 minutes daily focusing on top priorities, one key action, one lesson, and one win, plus a brief weekly review to realign strategy.

Journaling for Spiritual Growth Enhances self-awareness by observing thoughts, emotions, and patterns without judgment.H...
27/12/2025

Journaling for Spiritual Growth

Enhances self-awareness by observing thoughts, emotions, and patterns without judgment.

Helps quiet the mind and ego, reducing mental noise and reactivity.

Aligns daily actions with values, dharma, and inner truth.

Deepens mindfulness and presence in everyday life.
Supports emotional healing, forgiveness, and inner release.

Cultivates gratitude and devotion, fostering peace and contentment.

Strengthens intuition and inner guidance.

Integrates insights from meditation or prayer into lived experience.

Best practice: 10–15 minutes daily with simple prompts for intention, reflection, release, and gratitude.

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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.