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Published: June 26, 2008, 10:14

Healthy heart

Dr Vishwas Chhabra

Improper lifestyle, negative thoughts and faulty diet play crucial roles in triggering heart disease.

Yoga influences the hypothalamus – the area in the brain that controls endocrine activities and prevents heart attacks.


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Published: June 19, 2008, 10:11

Yoga for phobias

Dr. Vishwas Chhabra

It is estimated that one in 10 persons may have a phobia that may occur at any time in his or her life.

Phobias are characterised by four factors: A persistent, irrational fear of an object or situation, a desire to avoid the object or situation, distress associated with the problem and recognition.

Some are so affected by phobia that they cannot lead a normal life.



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Published: June 12, 2008, 08:57

The Fish Pose to cure thyroid problems

Dr. Vishwas Chhabra

The thyroid gland produces hormones which regulate metabolism.

Diseases of the thyroid gland can result in either production of too much or too little hormones. Yoga stimulates and normalises the function of the thyroid, pituitary, pineal and adrenal glands.

Asana: Fish Pose (Matsyasana)



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Published: June 05, 2008, 08:54

Sheetkari Pranayam

Dr Vishwas Chhabra

When the temperature soars, it’s crucial to keep your mind relaxed.

Sheetkari Pranayam

Sheetkari is a variation of Sheetali Pranayam.



Yoga Blog
Dr Vishwas Chhabria, the yoga guru and therapist at Prime Medical Centre, is known for his ‘office chair yoga’, a system comprising 62 simple exercises and breathing techniques.

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