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EPISODE · Feb 17, 2023 · 28 MIN

Are yoga claims bogus claims?

from CrowdScience · host BBC World Service

Yoga benefits our health in many ways, say the yogis, but which claims are backed up by science? Can yoga actually alleviate depression, fix lower-back pain or even reduce cardiovascular disease?Presenter Marnie Chesterton gets into her Lotus (position) and finds out first-hand at a class. Whilst in warrior one, she discusses the potential physical and mental health benefits of this ancient art of stretching, balance and movement with her class teacher. Returning from mat to studio, Marnie puts some of those claims to experts around the globe. She investigates the evidence to find out whether health boosting properties are the key to yoga's enduring popularity.Pannalists: Rajvi Mehta Prof. Holger Cramer Dr Richard DavidsonPresented by Marnie Chesterton Produced by Richard Walker

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