Can just seven minutes a day help you lose weight? Yes, through mindful meditation!
Meditation works wonders on the body, helping us sleep, de-stress, fight inflammation, and even help us lose weight. Research at the University of North Carolina found that regularly quieting your mind maintains your brain cells and enhances memory. Participants who took meditation training scored significantly better on critical mental skills, like memory and the ability to pay attention. They were also 10 times better at focusing, too than those who didn’t meditate.
The ability to focus can also translate to weight loss. Not only does meditation help decrease cortisol – the stress hormone that decreases the ability to fight off fat – but it also helps emotional eaters refocus on the big picture. According to RealAge, just seven minutes of meditating a day can also help you control cravings, eat less and get thin!
Mindful meditation is easy: Find a quiet place, get comfortable, close your eyes, and breathe in and out at a natural pace. Acknowledge your breaths, focusing on each inhale and exhale. After 7 minutes or so, open your eyes and slowly bring yourself back!
