EFFICACY OF YOGA INTERVENTION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE QUALITY OF SLEEP: A REVIEW
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Sleep is an essential part of life as essential as diet. Good sleep is a representation of better emotional well-being, cognitive function and physical as well as mental health. In children and teenagers sleep is an essential factor for developing healthy development and overall growth. Sleep also influences the cardiovascular system, digestion, breathing system and immunological system. Insufficient sleep might increase the vulnerability to chronic health issues over time such as heart attack and brain stroke. The goal of one of the most spiritual practices such as yoga is to achieve a state of complete physical and mental equilibrium via the application of an exceedingly subtle science. With its origins in Indian philosophy, yoga is both a modern and traditional discipline to achieve physical, mental as well as spiritual health. Some practical aspects of yoga have shown a significant role in dealing with sleep disorders and improving the quality of sleep. By controlling breath yoga may help to reduce fluctuation of mind tenancies of overthinking and provide sound sleep. This review article emphasises the efficacy of yoga intervention for improving sleep quality.
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