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Yoga and the Brain: How Yoga Enhances Neuroplasticity, Memory, and Stress Regulation

19:59 44 listens March 22, 2026

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Yoga and the Brain: How Yoga Enhances Neuroplasticity, Memory, and Stress Regulation

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This episode explores a study by Neha P. Gothe from the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign and collaborators on the scientific evidence of how yoga influences brain structure, connectivity, and cognitive function. Discover how yoga may enhance neuroplasticity, improve memory, and reduce stress through measurable neurological changes.

Episode Details

  • Duration: 19:59
  • Category: yoga-science
  • Published: March 22, 2026
  • Total Listens: 44

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