Meditation has long been praised for the health benefits it provides. But now it can be argued quite convincingly that there are definite health benefits from being in a deep relaxed state for a long period of time and on a regular basis.

If you practice meditation regularly, for example, and become deeply relaxed, your body undergoes changes at a genetic level with positive consequences. People who have practiced meditation and relaxation techniques over a long period of time, such as meditation or yoga or even regular controlled deep breathing, are likely to have far more genes that are “switched on” to fight disease than those who don’t practice some form of relaxation technique. And they will experience some very clear benefits.

Firstly, the feel good hormone, serotonin, is released in greater quantities. This reinforces the relaxed state which makes the participants even more likely to benefit from the relaxation effect . We all know what it feels like when we are happy and in a good mood. Well, this feeling is enhanced when we are more relaxed. In addition an increased amount of the growth hormone is released which repairs cells and tissue and helps fight disease. In addition the heart rate is lowered and lower blood pressure can lead to a stronger, healthier all round feeling. In fact this can allow the body to thrive.

Because there are more genes active in fighting disease and inflammation and they are able to kill diseased cells, immunity is boosted and one will suffer fewer colds and flues and generally feel healthier and have more vitality.

On a biological level, stress causes muscles to tighten, the heart rate to increase and breathing to become shallow. In contrast to this, relaxation is a state of rest, enjoyment and physical renewal. Free of danger, muscles can relax, the heart can slow down and blood circulation flows freely to the body’s tissues, feeding them with the necessary nutrients and oxygen.

Therefore it is highly beneficial to find a form of meditation or other deep relaxation technique that can fit into your lifestyle and which can give you these benefits. Any sacrifice that need to be made to accommodate this regular practice will be well rewarded.

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Stuart Fish

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