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How yoga shapes the brain: a systematic review

Samuel Arias-Sánchez July 11, 2026
A systematic review by Samuel Arias-Sánchez and team from University of Seville of brain-imaging studies suggests that yoga may influence neural networks involved in stress, attention, memory and emotional regulation. However, the findings also reveal important limitations in the current evidence.
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Samuel Arias-Sánchez

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