PMID: Antioxidants (Basel). 2019 Aug 5 ;8(8). Epub 2019 Aug 5. PMID: 31387266 Abstract Title: Antioxidative, Anti-Inflammatory, and Anticancer Effects of Purified Flavonol Glycosides and Aglycones in Green Tea. Abstract: (1) Background: Extensive research has focused on flavan-3-ols, but information about the bioactivities of green tea flavonols is limited. (2) Methods: In this study, we …
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Mind-body therapies can be effective in treating insomnia and improving sleep quality for healthy individuals and clinical patients.
PMID: Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2019 ;2019:9359807. Epub 2019 Feb 13. PMID: 30894878 Abstract Title: The Effect of Mind-Body Therapies on Insomnia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Abstract: Background/Purpose: Sleep plays an important role in individuals' health. The functions of the brain, the cardiovascular system, the immune system, and the metabolic system are closely …
Qigong and Tai Chi in cancer care shows great promise with short-term effects in treating many cancer-related symptoms.
PMID: Curr Oncol Rep. 2019 Apr 6 ;21(6):48. Epub 2019 Apr 6. PMID: 30955106 Abstract Title: Qigong or Tai Chi in Cancer Care: an Updated Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Abstract: PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Qigong and Tai Chi are two increasingly popular mind-body interventions with the potential to address the multifaceted needs of cancer survivors. The …
Breath Qigong improves recognition in seniors With vascular cognitive impairment.
PMID: Altern Ther Health Med. 2019 Jan ;25(1):20-26. PMID: 30982783 Abstract Title: Breath Qigong Improves Recognition in Seniors With Vascular Cognitive Impairment. Abstract: Context: Vascular cognitive impairment (VCI) or vascular dementia is widely considered to be the second-most-common cause of dementia after Alzheimer's disease, accounting for 20% of cases. Little is known about the effectiveness …
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Wuqinxi may be an effective intervention to alleviate the cardiovascular disease risk factors of metabolic syndrome.
PMID: Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2019 04 18 ;16(8). Epub 2019 Apr 18. PMID: 31003412 Abstract Title: Wuqinxi Qigong as an Alternative Exercise for Improving Risk Factors Associated with Metabolic Syndrome: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Abstract: The improvement of living standards has led to increases in the prevalence of hypokinetic diseases. …
Studies demonstrated that Qigong has interesting and promising applicability and effect on children with autism spectrum disorder.
PMID: J Integr Med. 2019 Jul ;17(4):250-260. Epub 2019 Apr 19. PMID: 31053555 Abstract Title: Qigong in the treatment of children with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Autism spectrum disorder is a condition that affects all races, ethnic and socioeconomic groups. With a high incidence ratio of one in every 68, it …
Qigong can improve the self-rating depression scale and self-rating anxiety scale scores of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients.
PMID: Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 May ;98(22):e15776. PMID: 31145299 Abstract Title: Effect of Qigong on self-rating depression and anxiety scale scores of COPD patients: A meta-analysis. Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To explore the clinical efficacy and safety of Qigong in reducing the self-rating depression scale (SDS) and self-rating anxiety scale (SAS) scores of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary …
This study supports the potential benefits of a 10-day mind-body interactive exercise (Chan-Chuang qigong) program for subacute stroke inpatients.
PMID: Eur J Cardiovasc Nurs. 2019 Jun 23:1474515119860232. Epub 2019 Jun 23. PMID: 31232097 Abstract Title: Mind-body interactive qigong improves physical and mental aspects of quality of life in inpatients with stroke: A randomized control study. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Stroke, a medical condition that causes physical disability and mental health problems, impacts negatively on quality of …
Baduanjin qigong exercise can relieve cancer-related fatigue in patients with colorectal cancer undergoing chemotherapy.
PMID: Oncol Res Treat. 2019 Jul 2:1-7. Epub 2019 Jul 2. PMID: 31266043 Abstract Title: Effect of Baduanjin Qigong Exercise on Cancer-Related Fatigue in Patients with Colorectal Cancer Undergoing Chemotherapy: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is one of the most troubling symptoms of cancer patients during chemotherapy, and no gold standard …
A 12-week Baduanjin Qigong exercise improves symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis
PMID: Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2019 Aug ;36:113-119. Epub 2018 Dec 15. PMID: 31383427 Abstract Title: A 12-week Baduanjin Qigong exercise improves symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis: A randomized controlled trial. Abstract: BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Therapeutic exercises are considered effective treatments for ankylosing spondylitis(AS). Current study aimed to evaluate efficacy and safety of Baduanjin qigong, a …
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