1 Article by Vidya Kaushik
A randomized controlled trial of meditation and health education on carotid intima-media thickness and major adverse cardiovascular events in Black men and women.
Frontiers in medicine – January 01, 2025
Summary
Black Americans face higher rates of cardiovascular disease, often linked to stress. A study found that Transcendental Meditation (TM) significantly reduced the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events by 65% over five years compared to health education. Both groups prevented carotid intima-media thickness progression, highlighting TM's potential in addressing health disparities and improving minority health through effective stress management.
Abstract
Black Americans suffer from disproportionately high rates of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Psychosocial stress contributes to this disparity. Previ...