by Shashi K. Agarwal (Author)
Human health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. World Health Organization Only one in twenty human beings in this world are healthy; 19 in 20 people worldwide (95.7%) are unhealthy - and a third of the world's population has more than five health ailments. Global Burden of Disease Study, Lancet, June 8, 2013 Yoga makes healthy people healthier and happier. Yoga can help prevent, decrease and possibly even reverse several disease processes. Yoga reduces the illness burden and improves the quality of life in diseased individuals. Shashi K. Agarwal, MD This book provides the reader with: A brief introduction to the eight-fold path of yoga as set forth by sage Pantajali - the father of ancient yoga. A practical explanation of chakras, mantras, mudras, and yantras, often used during yoga practice. A detailed description of several yoga asanas, pranayamas and dhyana exercises - including their health benefits. A comprehensive literature review of the health benefits of yoga practice - evidence based scientific data as it stands today. A comprehensive literature review of the therapeutic applications of yoga as an adjunct modality - evidence based clinical data as it stands today. A great compendium for all health care providers, sports gurus and yoga enthusiasts.