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Kenyans urged to embrace Yoga treatment

UN Resident Coordinator Stephen Jackson and Yoga instructor Arvind Pathak during the celebration of World Yoga Day yesterday. [David Gichuru, Standard]

People suffering from lifestyle diseases can heal or manage their illnesses by practicing Yoga. Dr Gacheke, a certified Yoga trainer in Nairobi, said a Yoga lifestyle can prevent one from falling ill, besides helping in disease management and mental health.

Yoga is an ancient spiritual exercise that includes breath control and meditation through specific bodily postures to promote physical and mental health.

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