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Yoga Not Beneficial for Asthma

| June 8, 2014 Comment

New research shows that yoga is not beneficial for asthma. Many asthma patients take up yoga in the hope of finding relief for their breathing issues.

Researchers at a university in Germany analyzed 14 previous studies that looked at yoga and its effects on asthma control, symptoms, lung function, and quality of life. The team did not find any negative health effects of yoga. They also did not find any strong evidence to support yoga as a treatment option for providing relief for asthma patients. Doctors say that if yoga helps them feel better overall, they should practice it.

The study results were published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology. More….

 

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