Breathwork shows promise in reducing stress, anxiety and depression, according to a new meta-analysis

Breathwork has seen a massive spike in interest in the Western world over the past decade. But what does science have to say about its effectiveness in alleviating psychological maladies? New research published in Scientific Reports helps to summarize the current state of research and provides evidence that breathwork can have beneficial effects on stress and mental health. Breathwork refers to various practices that involve deliberate control of breathing patterns in order to bring about physical and psychological benefits. There are several different breathing techniques that can be used for…