Tai Chi and Artherosclerosis

Over 10 years of bad eating habits, smoking, lack of excercise and so on, took its toll and I developed various illnesses related to poor circulation and atheroclerosis.

I made some diatary cahnges and started brisk walking over 6 months ago. I have been able to reduce mdication for BP and diabetes. But I still suffer from leg pains. Particularily bad at night.

Someone told me that Tai Chi / Qigong can REVERSE the atheroclerosis process. Does anyone know any more about this?

Thank you.

PS
Currently I take Thyroxine, pantoprazole (for heart burn), fluosemide (diuretic), Simvasatin, Quinine sulphate and some pain killers.

[star queen]

Tai Che is a very old relaxation method developed by the Chinese culture and has been around for thousands of years. It there were no benefits, I am sure it would have gone out of style many centuries ago. People I know swear by it's healthful effects on the mind and body.  Science knows that stress does break down the body and has many bad side effects to our health. Relaxation and body movement have been linked to positive reversals for poor health.  What it will do for you as an individual is not known, but it is certainly worth a try. If your mind relaxes, your body will follow.  You will sleep better, have a better outlook on life in general and be happier. These positive changes may promote better body functions and increased healing may occur. Don't expect immediate physical changes, but there may be changes over time.

[nick449]

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