Physical Benefits:

Deep rest-as measured by decreased metabolic rate, lower heart rate, and reduced work load of the heart.

Lowered levels of cortisol and lactate-two chemicals associated with stress.

Reduction of free radicals- unstable oxygen molecules that can cause tissue damage. They are now thought to be a major factor in aging and in many diseases.

Decreased high blood pressure.

Higher skin resistance. Low skin resistance is correlated with higher stress and anxiety levels.

Drop in cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is associated with cardiovascular disease.

Improved flow of air to the lungs resulting in easier breathing. This has been very helpful to asthma patients.

Younger biological age. On standard measures of aging, long-term Transcendental Meditation (TM) practitioners (more than five years) measured 12 years younger than their chronological age.

Higher levels of DHEAS in the elderly. An additional sign of youthfulness through Transcendental Meditation (TM); lower levels of DHEAS are associated with aging.

Psychological Benefits:

Increased brain wave coherence. Harmony of brain wave activity in different parts of the brain is associated with greater creativity, improved moral reasoning, and higher IQ.

Decreased anxiety.

Decreased depression.

Decreased irritability and moodiness.

Improved learning ability and memory.

Increased self-actualization.

Increased feelings of vitality and rejuvenation.

Increased happiness.

Increased emotional stability.