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Dennis Chang

1 paper in the library · publishing 2019

Papers

Buddhist meditation for vascular function: A narrative review.

Integrative Medicine Research December 1, 2019 Anjalee Thanuja Amarasekera, Dennis Chang

Buddhist meditation may improve vascular endothelial function and reduce blood pressure by lowering inflammation, increasing nitric oxide, and improving glycemic control. A review of five studies found that this low-cost, low-risk practice reduced plasma inflammatory markers and enhanced endothelial vasodilation and arterial stiffness in both young and older adults. These effects support meditation's potential as a complementary approach for managing hypertension and cardiovascular risk, though more systematic research is needed.

DOI: 10.1016/j.imr.2019.11.002 (opens in new tab) Full text (opens in new tab) Breathing meditation Buddhist meditation High blood pressure Hypertension +3