Tai Chi Can Benefit Breast Cancer Survivors in Many Ways

• Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
• July 1, 2024
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Tai Chi appears to improve sleep, and as a result reduces inflammation and boosts the immune systems of breast cancer survivors, a new study says.

The ancient Chines...

Tai Chi Might Help Seniors Counter Mild Cognitive Decline

• Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
• October 31, 2023
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The ancient art of tai chi, plus a modern twist, may help older adults reverse mild declines in brain power, a new clinical trial reveals.

Researchers found that tai chi classes helped older adults improve their subtle problems with cognition (memory and thinking skills)...

Can You Stand on One Leg for 10 Seconds? You Might Live Longer

• HealthDay Reporter
• By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
• June 22, 2022
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It sounds easy, but standing on one leg for 10 seconds can be harder than you think.

And your ability to do so - or not - may predict whether you are more likely to die within the next decade, a new study suggest...

Sitting Tai Chi Helps Stroke Survivors Recover

• HealthDay Reporter
• By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter
• April 11, 2022
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Sitting tai chi provides stroke survivors with recovery benefits similar to those achieved with standard rehabilitation, a new study finds.