Did you know that as we age, our brains lose weight and volume? I know, for some it seems it happens more than others (lol) but in all seriousness, it's true! š These changes may start to occur in people as early as their mid to late 20s!
Research has shown people who meditate lose less brain mass over time than those who do not.
Meditation is something practiced by millions of people around the world. It has its roots in eastern culture, but in fact, it has also been whole-heartedly embraced in western societies for these benefits:
š§ Improves sleep
š§ Inner peace and tranquility
š§ Reduces chronic pain
š§ Reduces stress and anxiety
š§ Reduces depression
š§ Boosts attention
š§ Improves immunity
š§ Helps with weight loss
š§ Boosts memory
š§ Improves heart health and lowers blood pressure
š§ Improves wellbeing and allows for deeper relationships
Meditation also appears to have a positive effect on other body functions.
Anti-Aging Benefits Of Meditation
The youth preserving and renewing benefits of meditation include:
š§ Meditation increases DHEA, which facilitates the production of the hormones that maintain fat and mineral metabolism.
š§ An increase in Melatonin, which acts as antioxidant, supplies immune support and fights depression.
š§ A decrease in cortisol, the stress hormone that encourages the body to retain dangerous belly fat associated with heart disease and diabetes.
The Effects Of Meditation
You can quiet mental chaos and build your ability to concentrate. In short, maintaining your ability to be highly adaptive and think quickly, choosing your response to situations rather than reacting to them.
How To Meditate
Start by meditating twice a day for twenty minutes per sitting (even 5 min is good!)
Maybe at the start of the day and to close it -- or whenever you have time!!
Getting Started
If you're new to meditation, be patient; it takes time to train the mind to focus and settle. But the benefits of a healthier brain (and peaceful mind) can develop with continued practice and last for years to come!
Want more tips about meditation? Download my FREE meditation guide here!
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