16/10/2026
Could meditation support long-term brain health?
Research by Carrillo-Mora and colleagues explores the relationship between the pineal gland, melatonin and neuroprotection. Melatonin does more than regulate sleep — it also acts as a powerful antioxidant and may help protect brain cells from oxidative stress.
As the pineal gland calcifies with age, melatonin production can decline, which may affect circadian balance and brain resilience.
Researchers are now exploring whether meditation and breathing practices may support the brain’s natural clearing and regulatory systems.
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