JFS Webinar: What Science Says About Yoga and Healthy Aging

Join Jewish Family Service clinician, Beth Broodo for an educational webinar led by physician and integrative medicine expert Claudia Harsh, MD, as they discuss ancient foundations of yoga and the modern science studying its health benefits.

During this session, Dr. Harsh will discuss the scientific research behind yoga’s impact on brain health, bone density, immune function, cardiovascular health, and blood sugar regulation.

You’ll explore how yoga research is conducted, and how this information can be applied to your own life in a practical way. And there’s good news: you don’t have to bend like a pretzel to experience the health benefits of yoga!

You will learn:
What current research tell us about yoga and healthy aging
The ancient origins of yoga, including: ethical principles, self-discipline, physical postures, breathwork, concentration, meditation, and the pursuit of balance and wholeness.
Health benefits of yoga on brain health, bones, immunity, heart health, and blood sugar