AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoHerbal Sleep & Stress Support: New coverage spotlights valerian, chamomile, passionflower, ashwagandha, lemon balm, lavender and skullcap as natural options for calmer nervous-system signaling, with aromatherapy noted for deeper sleep. Aromatherapy Spotlight: Cedarwood essential oil gets a fresh look for its grounding, stress-soothing scent and meditation-friendly blends. Acupuncture for Diabetes: A small randomized crossover trial reports acupuncture may lower daily insulin needs in overweight adults with type 2 diabetes on insulin, with no serious adverse events. AYUSH Education Expansion: NCISM has approved new Ayurveda colleges with 60 BAMS seats for 2026-27, and Uttar Pradesh is moving ahead with five integrated AYUSH colleges and hospitals. Hospital Integrations: AIIMS Mangalagiri inaugurates an AYUSH department, while Mysore Airport and JSS Hospital team up to run a free medical inspection room. Policy & Access: A Madhya Pradesh High Court case asks for a response after a BAMS student challenges an abaya exam restriction. Wellness in the Spotlight: A celebrity retreat story highlights meditation plus Ayurvedic massages, acupuncture and sound healing. Global Wellness Tourism: Thailand’s TTM+ 2026 promotes “healing is the new luxury,” tying wellness travel to sustainability.
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