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How meditation quietly transforms your blood pressure (rollingout.com)

submitted 21 hours ago by Global_Liberty@lemmy.ml to c/simpleliving@lemmy.ml

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[–] Zachariah@lemmy.world 7 points 20 hours ago

The way you breathe directly influences your blood pressure readings. Medical researchers at major heart centers have documented how deep, mindful breathing triggers a cascade of calming effects throughout your body. Each controlled breath activates your parasympathetic nervous system, naturally lowering both heart rate and blood pressure.