From Tai Chi to Yoga

Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese form of movement with health-promoting and meditative elements. It is characterized by the combination of martial aspects (“shadow boxing”) with elements of defense and reflection on the level of feelings. Since the mid-1950s, Tai Chi has been modified in China, shifting its focus from martial arts to prevention. The various movements are performed at a slow pace, with an emphasis on body control, flexibility and concentration.

Its health benefits include training the respiratory and circulatory systems, positive effects on high blood pressure and asthma, and promoting an upright posture of the spine. Scientific studies have demonstrated that Tai Chi helps preserve bone density. Tai Chi is recommended as a mental, autonomic and emotional relaxation technique.

Vinotherapy
The name of this treatment points to wine as its origin. However, it does not mean drinking wine, but rather the external application of grape seeds, skins and stems, which are dried, ground and mixed with clay to form a paste. Baths, massages or wraps using this mixture are intended to promote general well-being and, above all, have a positive effect on the skin. Grape seed oil in particular is also said to help combat free radicals when taken internally.

According to manufacturers, the substance has a positive effect on metabolism, the cardiovascular system and the immune system. However, vinotherapy is undisputed as a lifestyle treatment for promoting general well-being.

Yoga
Its origins in the Hindu and Buddhist religions of ancient India, and the Sanskrit word yui, point to binding, uniting and concentrating. Yoga is a philosophical discipline that encompasses a wide range of mental and physical exercises. These yoga practices, which are almost too numerous to survey, aim to bring body, mind and soul into harmony through a holistic approach. Relaxation, breathing and meditation exercises are intended to foster greater self-awareness and self-confidence.

Yoga has demonstrated positive effects on physical and mental health. Among other things, it can help with back problems, pain, insomnia, stress and circulatory disorders. Health insurance providers subsidize yoga primarily as a preventive measure. Yoga should be learned not only from books, but under the guidance of an experienced yoga teacher.
 
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