Therapeutic Benefits of Yoga: A Holistic Approach to Physical, Mental, and Emotional Well-being

Author(s)	Dr. K.SAHAYA RAANI KULANDAISAMY
Country	India
Abstract	Yoga is one of the oldest systems of holistic health, integrating the body, mind, and spirit through physical postures, breathing techniques, meditation, and ethical principles. Originating in ancient India, yoga has evolved into a globally recognized practice for promoting health and preventing disease. Modern scientific research has demonstrated that yoga improves flexibility, muscular strength, cardiovascular health, respiratory efficiency, emotional stability, and cognitive functioning. Beyond physical fitness, yoga serves as an effective complementary therapy for stress, anxiety, depression, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and chronic pain. This article explores the therapeutic value of yoga from traditional and contemporary perspectives, emphasizing its role in preventive healthcare and overall well-being. The study highlights how regular yoga practice contributes to physical fitness, psychological resilience, emotional balance, and spiritual awareness, making it an indispensable component of holistic health care.
Keywords	Yoga, Therapy, Holistic Health, Mental Health, Physical Fitness, Meditation, Pranayama, Wellness, Lifestyle Diseases.
Field	Physical Science
Published In	Volume 17, Issue 3, July-September 2026
Published On	2026-07-23

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