Breathwork really can induce an altered state of consciousness, experiment shows
Researchers studied 30 experienced adults performing intensive circular breathwork during MRI scans, finding a 45.5% reduction in gray‑matter cerebral blood flow at peak intensity and increased heart and respiratory rates. Participants reported strong altered‑state experiences, though brain network changes were modest and varied among individuals.
Source: Breathwork really can induce an altered state of consciousness, experiment shows — ScienceAlert
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