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- Michelle Schoffro Cook
- February 18, 2011
- 5:11 pm
- 145 comments
The University of Queensland, Australia has released an exciting study for anyone looking to lose weight. Researchers found that the gentle, yet powerful, exercise known as tai chi helps with obesity and excess weight, in a number of ways. The scientists discovered that tai chi:
- Improves body mass index (BMI–an indicator for healthy weight);
- Reduces the amount of abdominal fat and overall waist measurements;
- Improves blood sugar balance–a critical element for maintaining a healthy weight or to lose weight;
- Reduces high blood pressure;
- Significantly reduces depression; and
- Improves the body’s use of insulin (insulin resistance)–a significant factor for weight gain and diabetes, among other serious health conditions.
Founded in China thousands of years ago, tai chi is a graceful set of gentle movements designed to improve the flow of chi–energy–throughout the body, promoting health and healing. This form of exercise is suitable for most people, including those suffering from injuries and illness.
This exciting new research proves the effectiveness of an ancient mind-body healing practice that has been in use for thousands of years in China.
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Michelle Schoffro Cook, PhD.
Michelle Schoffro Cook
Michelle Schoffro Cook, MSc, RNCP, ROHP, DNM, PhD is an international best-selling and 14-time book author and doctor of traditional natural medicine, whose works include: 60 Seconds to Slim, Healing Recipes, The Vitality Diet, Allergy-Proof, Arthritis-Proof, Total Body Detox, The Life Force Diet, The Ultimate pH Solution, The 4-Week Ultimate Body Detox Plan, and The Phytozyme Cure. Check out her natural health resources and subscribe to her free e-magazine World's Healthiest News at WorldsHealthiestDiet.com to receive monthly health news, tips, recipes and more. Follow her on Twitter @mschoffrocook and Facebook.
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Tai Chi is cool! :)
I really don't understand how some effortless movements can do this for you.Not that I don't believ it I just don't get it.
i think I should try it:) thanks:)
thnx for this - looks like it might be my saviour
thanks for sharing
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