Evidence on Meditation and Blood Pressure Reduction: A Research. Summary
Welcome file Evidence on Meditation and Blood Pressure Reduction: A Research Summary The relationship between meditation and blood pressure (BP) reduction has been explored in multiple studies, with varying outcomes depending on the type of meditation, population, and study design. Below is a synthesis of key findings from the provided search results: 1. Overall Evidence Supporting BP Reduction Clinically Significant Reductions : Transcendental Meditation ™ and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) are associated with reductions in systolic (SBP) and diastolic (DBP) blood pressure , particularly in individuals with elevated BP or hypertension. For example: TM may reduce SBP by ~4.7 mmHg and DBP by ~3.2 mmHg [citation:6]. Mindfulness interventions showed SBP decreases of 2.5–5.5 mmHg and DBP decreases of 2–4.5 mmHg [citation:12]. Consistent Results Across Studies : Multiple meta-analyses and randomized controlled trials (RCTs) report that m...