August 2009 PMID 19735239

Yoga breathing, meditation, and longevity.

Richard P Brown, Patricia L Gerbarg

Mentions

16
Peak: 3 in May 2025
across 3 sources since Oct 2016

Extended reach

49,250
potential audience

Total likes

26

Video views

365

Mentions per month

Oct 2016 – May 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter7 posts
  • News7 articles
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Discussions include references to scientific validation and historical practices, such as mentions of how science has 'discovered' what yogis have known for centuries, using words like 'confirmed' and 'science yet to discover.' This tone reflects a respectful curiosity and acknowledgment of traditional wisdom while considering scientific support, leading to an overall neutral impact score.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions are mixed, with some recognizing the value of yoga breathing and science's confirmation, but others suggest it has been known for a long time, indicating neutral overall agreement.

InterestModerate interest

Many posts show curiosity about the research, especially regarding its scientific validation and physiological effects, reflecting moderate interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts include references to scientific studies and personal insights, indicating a somewhat active engagement with the concepts but not deep detailed discussions.

ImpactNeutral impact

The debates suggest a modest recognition of the article's influence, with some posts implying its role in validating traditional knowledge, but overall it's a moderate impact.

Abstract in brief

  • Yoga breathing, or pranayama, is a key practice in Indo-Tibetan traditions that promotes physical health, mental awareness, and spiritual growth, acting both as meditation and a preparation for deep meditation.
  • The practice helps reduce stress, improve longevity by influencing biological mechanisms, and can enhance the effects of meditation through synergistic effects.
  • Clinical evidence suggests yoga breathing can effectively treat mental health issues like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and aid victims of mass disasters by fostering stress resilience and emotional relief.]

Top posts

Most liked on X and Bluesky
Guy Fincham, PhD
@breath_Guy · X

Yoga Breathing, Meditation, and Longevity

May 23, 2025 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 2,104 followers View post →
Rao.vvs
@Raovvs · X

@theliverdr So science took it from yogis. Which means science yet to discover what is already discovered. https://t.co/nxilUD7VWY https://t.co/kuktVjedwE https://t.co/eGyT1cS5Gq

Jan 1, 2024 · 3 likes · 62 followers View post →
Agingdoc
@agingdoc1 · X

@FCFInitiative Yoga Breathing, Meditation, and Longevity (2009) https://t.co/R3agIcjo0E @NYASciences

Jul 10, 2022 · 2 likes · 43,690 followers View post →
Guy Fincham, PhD
@breath_Guy · X

https://t.co/lIz9Tt7h4Y

May 23, 2025 · 1 like · 2,104 followers View post →
Jonathan Heppner
@EnactJohnny · X

RT @breath_Guy: Yoga Breathing, Meditation, and Longevity

May 23, 2025 · 2 shares · 470 followers View post →
tokatti
@tokatti_ · X

2009年の研究 サマ・ヴリッティでストレスが減り睡眠の質が改善した https://t.co/carxxQ43kZ 2011年の研究 カパーラバーティを行った参加者は、化学療法による睡眠障害が改善した https://t.co/6x6FD7Ah66 理由 副交感神経の活発化 酸素が脳に行き渡る #自分用メモ

Jun 6, 2021 · 189 followers View post →

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Jonathan Heppner
@EnactJohnny · X

RT @breath_Guy: Yoga Breathing, Meditation, and Longevity

May 23, 2025 · 2 shares · 470 followers View post →
Guy Fincham, PhD
@breath_Guy · X

https://t.co/lIz9Tt7h4Y

May 23, 2025 · 1 like · 2,104 followers View post →
Guy Fincham, PhD
@breath_Guy · X

Yoga Breathing, Meditation, and Longevity

May 23, 2025 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 2,104 followers View post →
Rao.vvs
@Raovvs · X

@theliverdr So science took it from yogis. Which means science yet to discover what is already discovered. https://t.co/nxilUD7VWY https://t.co/kuktVjedwE https://t.co/eGyT1cS5Gq

Jan 1, 2024 · 3 likes · 62 followers View post →
Agingdoc
@agingdoc1 · X

@FCFInitiative Yoga Breathing, Meditation, and Longevity (2009) https://t.co/R3agIcjo0E @NYASciences

Jul 10, 2022 · 2 likes · 43,690 followers View post →
tokatti
@tokatti_ · X

2009年の研究 サマ・ヴリッティでストレスが減り睡眠の質が改善した https://t.co/carxxQ43kZ 2011年の研究 カパーラバーティを行った参加者は、化学療法による睡眠障害が改善した https://t.co/6x6FD7Ah66 理由 副交感神経の活発化 酸素が脳に行き渡る #自分用メモ

Jun 6, 2021 · 189 followers View post →
tokatti
@tokatti_ · X

シンプルな方法ながら血圧の低下や脳神経の鎮静、ストレスの解消などが認められる。慣れてきたら8秒間隔まで伸ばしてもOK https://t.co/carxxQlEcx 腹式呼吸 多くの実験で効果が認められている 方法 右手を胸元に置く 左手を腹に置く 6〜10秒かけて鼻から息を吸う 胸がふくまらず、横隔膜のふくらみを

Oct 2, 2020 · 189 followers View post →
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