The Benefits of Meditation

The Benefits of Meditation

·         It lowers oxygen consumption.

·         It decreases respiratory rate.

·         It increases blood flow and slows the heart rate.

·         Increases exercise tolerance in heart patients.

·         Leads to a deeper level of relaxation.

·         Good for people with high blood pressure as it brings the B.P. to normal.

·         Reduces anxiety attacks by lowering the levels of blood lactate.

·         Decreases muscle tension (any pain due to tension) and headaches.

·         Builds self-confidence.

·         It increases serotonin production which influences mood and behavior  Low levels of serotonin are associated with depression, obesity, insomnia and headaches.

·         Helps in chronic diseases like allergies , arthritis etc.

·         Reduces Pre- menstrual Syndrome.

·         Helps in post-operative healing.

·         Enhances the immune system. Research has revealed that meditation increases activity of 'natural-killer cells', which kill bacteria and cancer cells.Also reduces activity of viruses and emotional distress.