International Yoga Day 2026: AIIMS study suggests the practice may slow cognitive decline in Alzheimer's patients
A groundbreaking 12-week yoga program in India has shown promising results for individuals with mild Alzheimer's. Researchers observed significant improvements in cognitive function and a reduction in depressive symptoms. Crucially, the study revealed a positive shift in gut bacteria, with beneficial microbes increasing and harmful ones decreasing, suggesting a potential impact on the gut-brain axis and offering a new avenue for adjunctive therapy.
A groundbreaking 12-week yoga program in India has shown promising results for individuals with mild Alzheimer's. Researchers observed significant improvements in cognitive function and a reduction in depressive symptoms. Crucially, the study revealed a positive shift in gut bacteria, with beneficial microbes increasing and harmful ones decreasing, suggesting a potential impact on the gut-brain axis and offering a new avenue for adjunctive therapy.
