You eat healthy. You train hard. But is your brown rice sabotaging your gains? Here’s what is not often discussed: Brown rice has higher levels of arsenic, a Group 1 carcinogen. That’s not just bad news for your long-term health—new research links chronic arsenic exposure to: • Obesity (yes, even if you eat clean!) • Slower glucose uptake by muscles • More fat storage via cytokine IL-6 • Heart disease & high blood pressure • Epigenetic changes that affect DNA & metabolism One study showed a clear dose-response between arsenic levels and weight gain, especially with regular rice intake. Even low-dose exposure decreased GLUT4, the protein that helps your muscles absorb glucose. That means poor blood sugar control and more fat storage—not ideal for your fitness goals. Quick tips: • Rinse rice thoroughly • Use more water and drain after cooking • Rotate your carbs: try white basmati, millets, quinoa • Don’t rely on rice every day Train smart. Eat smart. Protect your progress. [image: b1ed6d03-3a2b-4f83-a098-e1e38d09bd10.jpeg] [image: 7719bf3e-848d-430c-971f-2217298b5c94.jpeg] [image: bfb20301-f282-4495-9307-cb522ac73e9a.jpeg] [image: cd7e04b8-3dbf-4af9-87a0-20e31decf7c1.jpeg] [image: 9ea3a0c4-6125-4eb6-8234-565a6d4d1904.jpeg] [image: 3833fb68-fc30-4c9f-a479-7727fedfda85.jpeg] @alberto-8 @gail-40

Just wanted to share our newest reels that we’ve been posting on the MyYogaTeacher Instagram channel. We’re always aiming to inspire and connect with our audience through engaging content. If you enjoy these reels, we’d be so grateful for your support with a like and a share with your family and friends. Every bit of engagement helps us reach more people! Are you following us already? Fantastic! If not, we’d love for you to join our community on Instagram How a Yoga Coach Counts ( Humor): https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJk4GIHzpAy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Yoga for Diabetes: 3 Asanas: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJ2y0RAyabT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Release tight neck and shoulders: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIz9F2tpier/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Hope you enjoy these!

@anirudh-42 Shaucha means purity or cleanliness. It refers both outwards and inwards (mind, thought) cleanliness or purification. Yoga always means moderation or yukta in whatever we do (eating, movements, sleeping, digital media). So whatever we do moderation is the key.

@anu-322 @michelle-604 @roja-16 @shalinder-2 @myt-eqcoj9jfq @venu-23 @shreya-95 @swarajya-1 @tch-dipali-1 @shaki-1 @sini-1 @bhanu-38 @karina-30 @gitika-6 @fer-3 @uzma-29 @krishna-249 @garima-79 @tara-145 @kash-7 We’re so excited to have you here. To kick things off, let’s get to know each other. Please share: Your name and where you’re from. What style of yoga you enjoy most? What brought you to this community? What are you hoping to get out of this community? Let’s build our yoga family!

Myth: Yoga is just a fancy form of stretching. While increased flexibility is definitely a benefit, yoga is so much more! It integrates breath work (pranayama), strength building, balance, mindfulness, and even philosophy. It’s a holistic practice that engages your mind, body, and spirit. What’s a benefit of yoga you’ve experienced that goes beyond just stretching? Share your insights! #YogaMyths #BeyondStretching #HolisticPractice #MindBodySpirit #YogaBenefits @ziaudeen-1 @yashaswini-4 @yuseli-1 @aarti-73 @aditi-112 @ahmed-16 @akash-67 @ambujam-1 @amit-92 @barbara-130 @bharath-16 @barkha-19 @chene-1 @charine-1 @chenthil-1 @diksha-21 @dhivya-19 @dhanashree-7 @ekta-103 @emma-81 @goutham-7 @gomati-1 @heni-2 @hila-3 @hector-12 @inju-1 @isheta-1 @jennifer-708 @jenny-178 @jackie-18 @kanupriya-3 @kathleen-1 @ketan-13 @kp-9 @lalabee-1 @lata-52 @lisa-1115 @maria-5 @mara-40 @manisha-137 @madhvi-6 @nicole-348 @neha-577 @niraj-10 @nisha-8 @parvinder-8 @papiya-4 @pinane-1 @rajni-58 @rahul-277 @raman-42 @santosh-78 @sanjay-102 @sanchita-13 @sahitya-14 @tavaria-1 @tch-umesh-2 @vedant-217 @vedant-220 @ximena-12

When I was doing my TTC last year, my teacher would often say - “The yoga pose you avoid the most is the one you need the most.” This quote kept me motivated and going through the TTC and inspires me to this day as well. What yoga quote deeply resonates with you and why? Share it below and let’s inspire each other with the wisdom of the practice! @aarti-73 @ambujam-1 @barbara-130 @tch-brijesh-1 @barkha-19 @chene-1 @chenthil-1 @dharminder-3 @diksha-21 @ekta-103 @emma-81 @grace-137 @goutham-7 @hector-12 @haritha-77 @inju-1 @isheta-1 @jennifer-708 @jackie-18 @kp-9 @kathleen-1 @kanupriya-3 @lata-52 @maria-5 @np-2 @nisha-8 @pinane-1 @pradeep-62 @raman-42 @rashmi-46 @renita-8 @sarita-53 @sanchita-13 @sahitya-14 @tavaria-1 @tch-umesh-2 @vinay-32 @vedant-206 @ximena-12 @yuseli-1 @ziaudeen-1

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Hi @kathleen-1 Welcome to the community! I’m Ani Harish, community manager with MyYogaTeacher Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experience. I understand how frustrating and concerning persistent neck and shoulder pain can be, especially after a pinched nerve and potential shoulder injury. It’s definitely wise to be cautious with neck stretches, and I appreciate you sharing your concerns about chronic pain. It sounds like you’re already aware of the benefits of stretching, which is a great start. However, given the persistence of your pain, especially the shoulder discomfort, it’s essential to approach this with a tailored and gentle approach. Here are a few things to consider: Professional Assessment: Since you’ve been experiencing this for a while, consulting a physical therapist or osteopath would be very beneficial. They can accurately assess your condition and provide personalized guidance. Gentle Movement: While stretching is helpful, focusing on gentle movement and range-of-motion exercises can also be very effective. Mindfulness and Breathing: Incorporating mindfulness and deep breathing techniques can help manage pain and reduce stress, which can often exacerbate discomfort.