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Brain Behav Immun August 2013 PMID 23602876

Loving-Kindness Meditation practice associated with longer telomeres in women.

Elizabeth A Hoge, Maxine M Chen, Esther Orr, Christina A Metcalf, Laura E Fischer, Mark H Pollack, Immaculata De Vivo, Naomi M Simon

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Across the discussions, users reflect a positive view of the research, with phrases like 'pretty amazing stuff' and references to 'cells aging less quickly,' showing curiosity and recognition of health benefits. The tone and terminology, such as 'linked to longer telomeres' and 'reduced telomere shrinkage,' highlight both scientific interest and admiration for the potential practical impact of loving-kindness meditation.

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Most discussions support the findings, highlighting the potential health benefits of loving-kindness meditation, with comments emphasizing its positive effects like 'reduced telomere shrinkage' and 'cells age less quickly.'

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high curiosity, referencing the biological implications and practical applications, such as 'pretty amazing' and linking to health, indicating strong interest in the subject.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage by referencing scientific details and expressing surprise or admiration, like 'beyond just feeling good' and 'linked to longer telomeres in women,' suggesting moderate depth in discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest the findings have meaningful implications for health and aging, though mostly in the context of promoting practices rather than widespread societal change, resulting in a moderate impact score.

Abstract in brief

  • LovingKindness Meditation (LKM) may be linked to longer telomeres, which are markers of slower aging and better health.
  • The study found that women practicing LKM had significantly longer telomeres compared to those not practicing meditation, even after accounting for factors like BMI and depression.
  • These findings suggest that LKM could potentially influence biological aging processes, especially in women, though the small sample size means more research is needed.]
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Jimena de La Fuente, MD
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@ChristianAssad Loving-Kindness Meditation practice associated with longer telomeres in women.

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“Loving-Kindness Meditation practice associated with longer telomeres in women” #compassion #meditation #therapy https://t.co/wUVwU5frMB

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Jonah Paquette
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But beyond just feeling good, kindness is also good FOR us. In fact, practicing compassion has even been linked to reduced telomere shrinkage...meaning our cells literally age less quickly! Pretty amazing stuff: https://t.co/5n9dPqPjHW

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Jerry Rosser
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Loving-Kindness Meditation practice associated with longer telomeres in women https://t.co/G5m5mvLSxH https://t.co/dzSxIvMIEF

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tokatti
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2008年の実験 139人に7週間ほど慈悲の瞑想をやってもらったら幸福度や自尊心が上がって人生の目的まで定まった https://t.co/XBz4k7UJNg 2013年のデータ 37人を対象に効果を比べたところ慈悲の瞑想をやったグループはテロメアが伸びてた https://t.co/d9Hta1z9I3 慈悲の瞑想法 人がいない部屋に静かに

Jan 19, 2025 · 189 followers View post →
Jonah Paquette
@doctorpaquette · X

But beyond just feeling good, kindness is also good FOR us. In fact, practicing compassion has even been linked to reduced telomere shrinkage...meaning our cells literally age less quickly! Pretty amazing stuff: https://t.co/5n9dPqPjHW

Dec 8, 2022 · 1,345 followers View post →
urbiter.io
@0xGeraldo · X

“Loving-Kindness Meditation practice associated with longer telomeres in women” #compassion #meditation #therapy https://t.co/wUVwU5frMB

Nov 8, 2020 · 1 like · 212 followers View post →
Jimena de La Fuente, MD
@Psyketodoc · X

@ChristianAssad Loving-Kindness Meditation practice associated with longer telomeres in women.

Dec 8, 2019 · 2 likes · 1 share · 191 followers View post →
Jerry Rosser
@psychologyofjoy · X

Loving-Kindness Meditation practice associated with longer telomeres in women https://t.co/G5m5mvLSxH https://t.co/dzSxIvMIEF

Apr 20, 2019 · 376 followers View post →