Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years. There are immense benefits to involving meditation in your
lifestyle and not just your work-out routine. Meditation originally was meant to help deepen understanding of the sacred and mystical
forces of life. These days,
meditation is commonly used for relaxation and stress reduction.
Meditation is considered a type of
mind-body complementary medicine. Meditation produces a deep state of relaxation and a tranquil mind. During meditation, you focus your attention and eliminate the stream of jumbled thoughts that may be crowding your mind and causing stress. This process results in enhanced physical and emotional well-being.
Some of the health benefits of meditation are:-
- Reduces anxiety attacks as it lowers the levels of blood lactate.
- Builds self confidence.
- Increases serotonin which influences moods and behavior. Low levels of serotonin are associated with depression, headaches and insomnia.
- Enhances energy, strength and vigor.
- Helps keep blood pressure normal
- Reduces stress and tension
- Creates a state of deep relaxation and general feeling of wellbeing
- Helps with P.M.T.
- Increases concentration and strengthens the mind
- Helps reduce heart disease
- Helps with weight loss
