International Day of Yoga 2026 Countdown Continues in Kerala with Holistic Wellness Programme for Women
As part of the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 countdown, a special 'Yoga for Menopause – A Holistic Wellness Module' program was organized in Kottayam, Kerala. The event, a collaboration between YWCA Kalathipady and the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga under the Ministry of Ayush, highlighted the role of yoga and Ayurveda in supporting women's health during menopause. It featured thematic sessions on integrating yogic practices, pranayama, mindfulness, and Ayurvedic principles (like Vata imbalance and dhatu kshaya) to promote physical comfort, emotional balance, and stress reduction, aligning with India's vision of integrating traditional wellness systems into community health.
As part of the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 countdown, a special 'Yoga for Menopause – A Holistic Wellness Module' program was organized in Kottayam, Kerala. The event, a collaboration between YWCA Kalathipady and the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga under the Ministry of Ayush, highlighted the role of yoga and Ayurveda in supporting women's health during menopause. It featured thematic sessions on integrating yogic practices, pranayama, mindfulness, and Ayurvedic principles (like Vata imbalance and dhatu kshaya) to promote physical comfort, emotional balance, and stress reduction, aligning with India's vision of integrating traditional wellness systems into community health.
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