Mind–Body Interventions for COPD
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease severely impacts the life of patients. What effect can yoga or tai chi have on those with COPD? A study published in Scientific Reports evaluated mind-body exercises and their impacts on stable COPD patients. Using registers and databases, researchers narrowed findings to 15 studies and over 1000 participants to measure lung […]
45 Minutes of Education Can Help Better Manage Chronic Disease
Razi Berry A recent study underlines one of the many reasons why people may be benefited by holistic practitioners. The study looked at how an additional 45 minutes of patient education can improve outcomes for individuals who have been diagnosed with a chronic illness. Typical visit to a naturopath is generally 30 minutes or more […]
Muscle Mass is Critical to Health
Razi Berry The amount of lean muscle a person has may soon be considered a vital sign, similar to blood pressure, pulse and weight. Extensive research has begun to show that muscle mass should be reconsidered as a measurement that is able to give a more robust picture of an individual’s health. A recent paper […]