Meditation and brain ageing? We´ve known it helps reduce stress, improve sleep, and enhance
mental clarity, but new research suggests it may also play a crucial role in slowing the ageing process at a biological level…
A groundbreaking study from Maharishi International University found that long-term practitioners of Transcendental Meditation demonstrate measurable differences in brain function, stress hormone levels, and gene expression…
This suggests that meditation may help preserve cognitive health and resilience as we age.
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Have you been growing increasingly concerned about your mental health? Forgetting things, struggling to find the right words, not coping with day-to-day challenges?
If so, you’re not alone. More than half the world’s population suffers from some form of mental degeneration by the age of 60…
So, if you’re having more senior moments than you used to…
If brain fog, fatigue, and memory problems are slowing you down…
The link between meditation and slower brain ageing…
Cognitive decline, memory loss, and increased susceptibility to neurodegenerative diseases, like Alzheimer´s, are common challenges associated with ageing…
But researchers have found that consistent meditation practice may help counteract these effects.
In this study, the researchers examined two groups of meditation practitioners:
* Those practising meditation for 12 years
* Those practising meditation for 40 years
Both groups were compared to similarly aged adults who did not meditate…
Those that meditate showed the following characteristics:
* Lower expression of genes linked to inflammation and ageing, including SOCS3, which is associated with chronic stress.
* Reduced cortisol levels, the primary stress hormone that accelerates ageing.
* Faster cognitive processing, comparable to much younger adults.
* Higher scores on brain integration tests, which measure focus, reaction time, and memory.
These findings suggest that regular meditation may help build resilience against the cumulative effects of ageing, offering a natural, drug-free way to support brain health.
Another benefit of meditation is reduced allostatic load – the physiological toll that chronic stress takes on the body over time…
High allostatic load has been linked to high blood pressure, immune dysfunction, and cognitive decline.
But meditation appears to reduce this burden, allowing the body to function more efficiently and preserve its resources for longer.
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How to incorporate meditation into your routine to help slow brain ageing…
Practising for just 20 minutes, twice a day can yield significant benefits. Here’s how to get started:
* Find a quiet space: Choose a comfortable, distraction-free environment.
* Use a mantra: Transcendental Meditation involves silently repeating a mantra to focus the mind.
* Let thoughts flow: Unlike other forms of meditation, Transcendental Meditation does not require concentration or effort – simply allow thoughts to come and go.
* Practise consistently: The benefits of meditation accumulate over time, so regular practice is key.
Reference:
https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1078719
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