Scientific Studies - Background
Today, stress, anxiety and depression are known to be significant factors in the onset and progression of a wide spectrum of illnesses ranging from cancer and HIV-1 infection, to asthma and cardiovascular disease. Sudarshan Kriya® and its accompanying practices (SK&P) are time-honoured stress management/health promotion techniques whose health benefits are being validated by modern medical science.
Research Findings
Independent research has shown that SK&P significantly:
- Reduce levels of stress (reduce cortisol - the "stress" hormone)
- Support the immune system
- Reduce cholesterol
- Relieve anxiety and depression (mild, moderate and severe)
- Increase anti-oxidant protection
- Enhance brain function (increased mental focus, calmness and recovery from stressful stimuli)
- Enhance well-being and peace of mind
To find out more, visit our research site and take a look at the research summary contained in ‘The Science of Breath’, as well as the summary of anti-depression effects.
Suggested reading
The Science of Breath
Published studies
Further research
Contact Europe
Fahri Saatcioglu, Ph.D.
University Oslo, Department of Molecular Biosciences, Oslo, Norway
E-Mail: research@aoluniversity.org
Contact Germany
Dr. Christian Janzen (psychiatrist)
E-Mail: c.janzen@artofliving.de
Please also visit our website focused on research: www.aolresearch.org
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