Hybreasal Health and Wellness

03/07/2026

Legs up the wall (Viparita Karani) is an effective, restorative pose I personally choose to practice everyday, (sometimes even on my lunch break ) to alleviate pelvic pain, a problem i unfortunatelysuffer from due to severe endometriosis. It’s also a welcoming reprieve from the discomfort of sitting all day. A few momentsin this pose can help reduce lower-leg swelling, and allow the pelvic floor and psoas to relax and decompress the spine.

Try holding this pose for 5-20 minutes, and let me know if you like what uou experience ? Remember to keep your sit bones close to the wall and try to relax and maintain your pelvis in a neutral position.

VIPARITA KARANI. 🧘‍♀️🧱

As we age, gravity becomes our enemy. Decades of standing and sitting cause fluids to pool in our lower extremities. The ankles swell (edema), veins become varicose, and the heart has to work harder and harder to pump blood vertically against gravity.

There is a yogic pose that reverses this process instantly. It requires no flexibility, no strength, and no gym membership. It is called Legs Up The Wall.

The Mechanism: Inversion Therapy When you elevate your legs above your heart:

Venous Return: The valves in your leg veins (which often fail in old age) get a break. Gravity pulls the stagnant, oxygen-poor blood out of your feet and calves and sends it back to the heart to be re-oxygenated. It essentially "flushes" the legs.

Lymphatic Drainage: It encourages the lymphatic fluid (which has no pump) to drain into the core, reducing "cankles" and heavy legs.

The Heart's Break: Your heart doesn't have to pump against gravity to get blood to the brain. Blood pressure often regulates, and the heart rate slows down.

The Nervous System Reset Beyond circulation, this pose triggers the Parasympathetic Nervous System (Rest and Digest). Baroreceptors in the neck sense the increased blood volume from the legs and signal the brain to lower blood pressure and relax. It is a physical "off switch" for anxiety.

⚡ VitalShot: The 15-Minute Rule: Grandparents (and everyone else), do this every evening while watching TV or listening to a podcast.

Setup: Sit sideways next to a wall. Swing your legs up the wall and lie back on the floor.

Comfort: Put a small pillow under your head. If your hamstrings are tight, slide your butt a few inches away from the wall (you don't need to be at 90 degrees; 60 degrees works too).

Time: Stay there for 10 to 15 minutes.

Exit: Do NOT stand up fast. Roll to your side, wait 30 seconds, then sit up slowly. You will feel a "lightness" in your legs that feels like you just shed 10 years of gravity.

📚 Source: The effect of leg elevation height on reduced swelling and skin temperature in patients with acute ankle sprain 🏥 Journal: Journal of Physical Therapy Science, 2017. 🆔 Verification: [PMID 29184288]

03/07/2026

03/03/2026

03/03/2026

DMT stands for dimethyltryptamine.

It’s a powerful psychedelic compound that changes perception, mood, and consciousness.

Here’s the quick breakdown:
• It occurs naturally in some plants.
• Very small amounts are also found in the human body.
• It causes intense visual and sensory experiences.
• It’s the main psychedelic ingredient in ayahuasca, a traditional brew used in South American ceremonies.

In most countries, including Canada, it’s classified as a controlled substance outside of approved or ceremonial contexts.

Interesting to see more studies looking into this and psilocybin for treatment of depression!

A single 10-minute intravenous infusion of the psychedelic dimethyltryptamine (DMT) with psychological support led to a statistically significant reduction in depressive symptoms.

Results of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 2a study of adults with moderate-to-severe major depressive disorder (MDD).

The antidepressant effects were observed as early as 1 week following the session and, in some cases, lasted for up to 3 months. https://mdsc.pe/4aKGAIL

02/17/2026

The 12:3:30 trend explained:

01/04/2026

Can yoga be considered as strength training ?

💫If strength is the goal, more dynamic styles of yoga tend to be the most effective—especially when poses are held longer or linked with control and intention.
• Power Yoga and Vinyasa Flow build muscular endurance through continuous movement, plank work, chaturangas, and weight-bearing transitions.
• Ashtanga Yoga is very structured and physically demanding, developing significant upper- and lower-body strength over time.
• Hot Yoga (when taught with proper alignment and pacing) can add intensity and stamina, though heat itself doesn’t create strength—it’s the load and control that matter.

That said, even the strongest yoga styles primarily build endurance and stability, not progressive overload. For true strength gains—especially for bone health and long-term resilience—yoga shines best when paired with progressive resistance training, body-weight strength work, or plyometrics. Yoga keeps you mobile and connected; strength training helps you build and maintain the power to support it.

01/02/2026

Yoga is a powerful practice for mobility, balance, and mindful strength—but for most of us, it isn’t always enough on its own to fully build and maintain muscle and bone strength. That’s where progressive weight training and body-weight work, including things like resistance exercises and plyometrics, beautifully complement yoga. Together, they support joint health, bone density, and functional strength, while yoga keeps the body supple, aligned, and connected. It’s not about choosing one over the other—it’s about creating a well-rounded practice that helps you feel strong, resilient, and at home in your body.

01/01/2026

I’ve been saying this for years!

Australia will significantly tighten regulation of dietary supplements with vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) starting in 2027, under a reclassification by the Therapeutic Goods Administration. Products with more than 50 mg of vitamin B6 will then be available only in pharmacies, and those with more than 200 mg will require a prescription. The move follows numerous reports of sometimes severe sensorimotor polyneuropathies after long-term high-dose supplementation. http://ms.spr.ly/6180tvAH6

01/01/2026

New year, fresh energy, and a powerful reminder: you don’t have to become someone new—you just have to become more you. ✨ This is the year to set goals that feel aligned, nourishing, and sustainable, not rushed or restrictive. Small, intentional steps add up. Progress over perfection. Trust your timing, honour your body and your boundaries, and choose goals that support the life you actually want to live. Here’s to clarity, courage, and showing up consistently for what matters most. 💫

11/30/2025

The Swedish prescription !

Saunas, nightlife, hiking in fjords, plus 100 days of 24-7 sunshine & daylight are just some of the reasons Sweden is being recommended by doctors (under a tourism initiative ) as being good for your healthand wellbeing.

Now if only we could get health insurance providers to assist with the travel costs.

https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20251003-sweden-the-country-prescribed-by-doctors

Sweden has introduced a new initiative that allows doctors to prescribe travel as part of a patient’s wellness plan making it the first country to formally integrate this approach into its healthcare system. Under the program, physicians can recommend short trips to nature-focused destinations for patients experiencing stress, burnout, or low mood, with part of the cost supported by national health insurance.
The idea is inspired by growing research suggesting that time in natural environments may help reduce stress levels and support overall emotional well-being. Many studies point to potential benefits such as lowered cortisol and improved mood, especially for those dealing with chronic stress.
While the program is still developing, it reflects a broader global interest in how lifestyle experiences including time outdoors and mindful travel can complement traditional approaches to mental health care.

11/11/2025

Prolonged use of melatonin for the treatment of insomnia was associated with an increased risk for heart failure, hospitalization, and/or all-cause mortality, an observational study showed.

Individuals with insomnia taking melatonin for a year or more had an 89% higher chance of incident heart failure over 5 years than those who didn’t take it. They were also 3.5 times more likely to be hospitalized for the condition, the preliminary findings, which are not yet peer reviewed, suggested. http://ms.spr.ly/6181tzmlW