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The effect of yogic breathing (Pranayama) on heart rate and blood pressure in patients with hypertension: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Nagendra Boopathy Senguttuvan et. al., June 21, 2026
A new systematic review by Nagendra Boopathy Senguttuvan and team from Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College and Hospital, Centre for Chronic Disease Control, and All India Institute of Medical Sciences suggests that pranayama may help lower heart rate and support blood pressure management in people with hypertension. Discover what the latest evidence says about yogic breathing and cardiovascular health.
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