Doing Regular Yoga Increases your Sensativity to Hunger

Some findings about more health benefits from doing regular Yoga published in the August 2009 issue of the Journal of the American Dietetic Association.

"Researchers at Fred Hutchinson cancer research center in Seattle have found that people who do yoga on a regular basis also practice "mindful eating" and have an increased sensitivity to hunger. This could explain why they have lower BMIs than those who don't do yoga.

Researchers found no connection between other physical activities, such as walking or running, and mindful eating. Those activities lack the mind/body connection that seems to increase mindfulness. Other introspective thoughtful activities such as Tai Chi and meditation would have the same affect as yoga and would increase mindful eating, thereby also helping people to eat less and eventually lose weight."

Tom
Passion For Fitness