Music is an art, entertainment, pleasure, and medicine for the body and soul. Playing music is one of the few activities that involves using the whole brain. Music is intrinsic to all cultures and has surprising benefits not only for learning language, improving memory and focusing attention, but also for physical coordination and development. Here are some exampes of how music affects our heath:
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Pain relief -Overall, music does have positive effects on pain management. It can help reduce the sensation as well as distress of both chronic pain and postoperative pain.
Reducing blood pressure -By listening to the recordings of relaxing music every morning and evening, people with high blood pressure can train themselves to lower their blood pressure - and keep it low.
Medicine for the heart -Music is good for your heart also. Research shows that it's not the style, but rather musical tempo that brings positive effects.
Music boosts immunity -Music can boost the immune function. Scientists explain that a particular type of music can create a positive and profound emotional experience, which leads to secretion of immune-boosting hormones.
what kind of effect does music have on our brain and body?