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The Science of Breath Rewiring Stress via Hormone Regulation
Summary: Feeling totally burned out? Science says the way you breathe can actually change your body's chemistry. A technique called SKY Breath (Sudarshan Kriya Yoga) acts like a reset button for your stress. It lowers stress hormones like cortisol that make you feel wired and tired. Even better, it raises "feel-good" hormones like oxytocin and prolactin, which help you relax, recover, and feel more connected to others. Just a few minutes of rhythmic breathing can calm your mind and help your body bounce back from daily pressures.
For more details, see Psychology Today at psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mind-body-connections/202602/the-science-of-breath-rewiring-stress-via-hormone-regulation (opens in new tab)
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Hypothalamus
Adrenocorticotropic Hormone
Sympathetic Nervous System
Adrenal Glands
Yoga
Neurosecretory Systems
Parasympathetic Nervous System