8. Physiological Effects of Transcendental Meditation

Stress and Cardiovascular Disease -- Maharishi Transcendental Meditation Technique

Physiological Effects of Transcendental Meditation
A significant body of research documents the applications of Transcendental Meditation for health care and in particular for managing stress related disorders, such as hypertension and other risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

The hundreds of research studies on Transcendental Meditation, published in leading, peer-reviewed journals, demonstrate the unique physiological changes that occur during the practice, as well as the effects that accrue over time.

The measured physiologic effects of TM include:

decreased heart rate

reduced respiratory rate

reduced blood pressure

lower cortisol levels

reduced free radicals

Supporting the concept that Transcendental Meditation creates unique physiologic changes, EEG results show Transcendental Meditation produces a state significantly different from sleep, which can be referred to as restful alertness. The mind is alert, while the body is deeply rested.



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