Yoga improves mood

Researchers at Boston University found that practicing yoga is an effective way to improve mood and reduce anxiety. They analyzed the levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid, which is synthesized in the brain and improves its recovery function.

Low levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid are associated with the occurrence of depression and anxiety, explain specialists.

In a study involving two randomized groups of volunteers, the research team is trying to determine the levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid and how they affect the mental health of the participants.

For 12 weeks the first group practiced yoga three times a week with a duration of one hour. The second is checksum.

 

Researchers monitored the levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid using the magnetic resonance imaging before and after the start of the study.

The results show that levels gamma-aminobutyric acid volunteers practicing yoga, are higher than those of the control group. After an interview with a specialist to determine the mental health of volunteers, it was found that the first group with reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression as opposed to the second.

The results and conclusions of the study are published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine.

 

 

Fitness protect from depression

30-minute workout can significantly improve the emotional state, a study by the American Association for Mental Health. 

Regular physical activity increases self-confidence and reduces stress, say researchers. It can be used as prevention and treatment of depression and anxiety. People who exercise regularly develop depression and dementia by 30% less than in their inactive peers.

Researchers express recommendation workouts to be used as a "regulator" of mood, but warn that zeal may have the opposite effect, leading to negative attitudes - irritability and concentration in themselves. It is important to be selected pleasant and balanced workout, corresponding to physical abilities.

Researchers pay attention to the fact that the majority of the population do not exercise enough - only 40% of men and 28% of women obtain their recommended average of 30 minutes of physical activity a day.