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Mindful molecules—science is decoding the health benefits of meditation

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Meditation is widely recognized for its physical and mental benefits, from reducing stress to improving cardiovascular health.

Researchers are investigating the link between mindfulness and health as part of a five-year research project called MindGAP.

They found seven microRNAs within EV that could be linked to meditation practices.

MicroRNAs are tiny pieces of genetic material that affect the expression of genes in cells.

Now that we know that meditation practices can reduce disease-related messengers in the body, the next step will be to understand whether we could one day harness our minds to alleviate cancer, prevent its progression or improve recovery. More information: Provided by Horizon: The EU Research & Innovation MagazineThis story was originally published on Medical Xpress . Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest sci-tech news updates..

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