Tag Archives: yoga

Mind-Body Research Updates

Posted on March 13, 2014 by Kevin Chen

[Research Updates] Mind-Body Medicine Research Updates Compiled by Kevin W Chen, Ph.D. Meditation Programs for Psychological Stress and Well-being: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. JAMA Intern Med. 2014 Jan 6. By Goyal M, Singh S, Sibinga EM, et al . … Continue reading →

Posted in Mind-Body Research Update, Research Update, Uncategorized | Tagged meditation, Qigong, taiji, yoga | 2 Comments

Breathing in This Life – Is Stress Making You Sick and Sad? Inflammation in the Body Linked To Depression

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Ginger

[Breathing In This Life] Is Stress Making You Sick and Sad? Inflammation in the Body Linked To Depression Ginger Garner MPT, ATC, PYT & Tianna Meriage-Reiter, PT, DPT, PYT Emerging evidence demonstrates that there is a connection between inflammation and … Continue reading →

Posted in Breathing in This Life | Tagged body, depression, diet, emotions, exercise, inflammation, meditation, sad, Stress, yoga, yoga therapy | 4 Comments

Mind-Body Medicine Research Update

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Kevin Chen

[Research Update] Compiled By Kevin Chen Advantage of meditation over exercise in reducing cold and flu illness is related to improved function and quality of life. Influenza Other Respi Viruses. 2012 Nov 21. By Obasi CN, Brown R, Ewers T, et al. from Dept of Family Medicine, … Continue reading →

Posted in Mind-Body Research Update, Research Update | Tagged body, breathing exercises, exercise, food therapy, gong, health, heart, mental alertness, mentl health, mind, Mind Body Research, Mind Body Research Update, physical health, Qigong, research, tai chi, yoga | Leave a comment

Comedy Moment

Posted on March 15, 2013 by GuestWriter

Comedy Moment How to Stay Young By Satchel Paige Leroy Robert “Satchel” Paige was an American baseball player who pitched in the Negro leagues and in Major League Baseball 1. Avoid fried meats which angry up the blood. 2. If … Continue reading →

Posted in A Comedy Moment, Comedy Moment | Tagged baseball, comedy, gloat, gloats, how to stay young, laugh, Monk, negro leauge, satchel paige, yoga | Leave a comment

Mind-Body Research Update

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Kevin Chen

Research Update Mind- Body Research Update Compiled by Kevin Chen Qigong Exercise On Immunity And Infections The effect of qigong exercise on immunity and infections: a systematic review of controlled trials. American Journal of Chinese Medicine. 2012;40(6):1143-56. By Wang CW, et al. from Centre … Continue reading →

Posted in Research Update | Tagged anxiety, brain function, breathing, exercise, immunity, infection, menopause, mindfulness, Qigong, schizophrenia, sleep, tai chi, yoga | Leave a comment

Mind-body medicine research update (09/12)

Posted on September 16, 2012 by Kevin Chen

[Research Update] Mind-Body Medicine Research Update A Randomized Controlled Trial of Qigong for Fibromyalgia Arthritis Research & Therapy. 2012 Aug 3;14(4): R178. By Lynch M, Sawynok J, Hiew C, Marcon D. Introduction: Fibromyalgia is difficult to treat and requires … Continue reading →

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Featured Article – The Happiness Inventory

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Ginger

[Featured Article] The Happiness Inventory by Ginger Garner, MPT, ATC, PYT Are you happy? The Pursuit of Happiness in today’s hyperactive, super-stimulated, and over-medicated society seems to be subtitled with the phrase “Immediate Gratification” or “If it feels good do … Continue reading →

Posted in Breathing in This Life, Featured Article | Tagged adaptability, ambitions, feelings, friendship, greater good, happiness, happy, health, learning, mantra, Mood, resilience, sef-esteem, smiles, yoga | Leave a comment

The Busy Mom’s Guide to Practicing Yoga

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Ginger

[Breathing in This Life] Too Busy To Take Care of Yourself? The Busy Mom’s Guide to Practicing Yoga by Ginger Garner, MPT, ATC It is ironic that I am sitting here procrastinating about penning this post on yoga for … Continue reading →

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Mind-Body Medicine Research Update (05/2012)

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Kevin Chen

[Mind-Body Research Update] Selected Publications in Mind-Body Medicine Research “A Systematic Review of the Effectiveness of Qigong Exercise in Cardiac Rehabilitation”; American Journal of Chinese Medicine. 2012;40(2):255-67. by Chan CL, Wang CW, Ho RT, Ho AH, Ziea ET, Taam … Continue reading →

Posted in Research Update, Uncategorized | Tagged brain, heart, meditation, pain, Qigong, smoking, yoga, yoga therapy | Leave a comment

Mind-Body Medicine Research Update (March 2012)

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Kevin Chen

[Research Update] Tai chi and postural stability in patients with Parkinson’s disease. The New England Journal of Medicine. 2012 Feb 9;366(6):511-9. by Li F, Harmer P, Fitzgerald K, Eckstrom E, Stock R, Galver J, Maddalozzo G, Batya SS. from Oregon … Continue reading →

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