The brain waves of meditators show why they’re healthier. Neuroscientists have found that meditators shift their brain activity to different areas of the cortex—brain waves in the stress-prone right frontal cortex move to the calmer left frontal cortex. In other words, they were calmer and happier than before.

Physiological Benefits of Meditation

* Deep rest-as measured by decreased metabolic rate, lower heart rate, and reduced work load of the heart.
* Lowered levels of cortisol and lactate-two chemicals associated with stress.
* Reduction of free radicals- unstable oxygen molecules that can cause tissue damage.
* Decreased high blood pressure.
* Higher skin resistance. Low skin resistance is correlated with higher stress and anxiety levels.
* Drop in cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is associated with cardiovascular disease.
* Improved flow of air to the lungs resulting in easier breathing. This has been very helpful to asthma patients.
* Decreases the aging process.
* Higher levels of DHEAS in the elderly. An additional sign of youthfulness.

Psychological Benefits of Meditation

* Increased brain wave coherence.
* Greater creativity.
* Decreased anxiety.
* Decreased depression
* Decreased irritability and moodiness
* Improved learning ability and memory.
* Increased self-actualization.
* Increased feelings of vitality and rejuvenation.
* Increased happiness.
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