Recent Scientific Advances in Yoga: A Contemporary Perspective

Abstract:

In ancient Indian medicinal system, yoga practice is described as healing between the individual and the universe. Yoga and meditation can play an important role in our life because it help in controlling the function of our mind i.e. ego, desire and mind. Yoga is a well-known physical, mental and spiritual practice in the ancient time and still benefitting people globally. It helps in the expansion from narrow egoistic personality to the all-pervasive, endless and delightful state of reality. The practice includes physical postures, regulated breathing, meditation and relaxation, which is helpful in improving life-style and also in bringing down the prevalence of medical emergencies like psychological, neurological and metabolic disorders. Moreover, it helps people to remain happy and healthy even with many life stresses. The present review focuses on the current status of yoga and meditation in India and overseas in terms of research and development. That’s why Yoga is become the basic need of every human being in today’s scenario. So, the state as well as central government should make the new initiatives to boost up the good habit of yoga as a day to day activity.