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Meditation

Science Vs

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The Impact of Meditation on DNA and Aging

Exploring the potential correlation between meditation and biological markers, specifically telomeres, crucial for chromosomal stability and aging. The chapter discusses a study on how meditation could boost telomerase activity, presenting findings of a retreat group with a 30% increase compared to a non-retreat group. While highlighting positive effects, the chapter also emphasizes the uncertainty and limitations in research on meditation's overall impact on health and longevity.

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