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In today’s modern times, when man has lost touch with his innate wisdom, mental peace and equilibrium, this book is a gift to mankind from the very personification of compassion itself, Her Holiness Anandmurti Gurumaa. Apart from elucidating some of the common afflictions of modern times – stress, heart disease and hypertension, their background, prevention and remedies, this book specifically elaborates on the various yoga asanas, pranayamas, shatkarmas and the immeasurable benefits of yoga nidra. In a nutshell, this book is a boon for all those who are in search of all encompassing health, wellbeing and conscious living.

What will I learn from it?

The practices named are yoga asanas, pranayamas, shatkarmas and yoga nidra.

What does the description promise?

It describes the book as “a boon for all those who are in search of all encompassing health, wellbeing and conscious living” and speaks of the “immeasurable benefits” of yoga nidra. These are the description’s own words, and the book is not a replacement for medical care.

Who wrote it?

Anandmurti Gurumaa is named as the author in the title.

What kind of book is Health & Healing Through Yoga?

The description presents the book as the work of Anandmurti Gurumaa, whom it calls the very personification of compassion. It says the book addresses common afflictions of modern times, including stress, heart disease and hypertension, covering their background, prevention and remedies.

This is a summary of the book description, not medical advice.

What can yoga contribute to health, and what can it not?

Yoga is widely used as a complementary approach, which means alongside, not in place of, medical care. The NCCIH guidance on yoga says research suggests it may help people manage symptoms of some chronic conditions and improve quality of life, and it tells readers not to use yoga to postpone seeing a health care provider about a medical problem.

Words such as “healing” can mean different things: comfort, relaxation, a sense of well-being or a physical change. Studies tend to measure specific outcomes, such as pain scores, stress ratings or balance, and results vary by style and by condition. A good book on yoga and health will not promise to replace any treatment.

Tell your doctor about any yoga practice, especially if you are managing an illness or taking medicine, and ask which postures or breathing practices to avoid.

Related on this blog: Yoga for Stress: How It Works and Why So Many People Try It and Yoga and Type 2 Diabetes: What the Research Shows and How to Practice Safely

Book: Health & Healing Through Yoga by Anandmurti Gurumaa
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