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Reasons Why Listening to Music is Good for Our Health

16/7/2021

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Music is a global language and it’s literally impossible to find a person who doesn’t enjoy music in some way or form. It’s just a form of art that we can’t live without. Aside from the fact that it’s ever-evolving, one of the best parts of music is that there’s always something for everyone to enjoy.
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When people think of music, they only think of good tunes, amazing and deep lyrics, and catchy beats. What many do not know is that music benefits the mind and body in many ways. To put it simply, music is a healthy passion to get into though it doesn’t seem like it at first.

If you want more excuses on why you should listen to music then look no further. This time, you are going to learn more about music and its wonderful benefits to the human body.

It’s Good For The Heart And Makes Exercising Easier
It’s hard to imagine but yes, there has been researching that links music to better heart health. It doesn’t simply make your heart healthy, it can reduce heart rate and lower blood pressure as well. By doing both of these, music can essentially save you from serious heart risks in the future.

It’s also worth noting that working out with music playing by your ears makes the experience easier to do. It will make time feel like it’s just fleeting, so overall, music can help improve your heart health and make exercising feel like a breeze too. Try to compare jogging with and without music to see the difference.
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​It doesn’t just help you get through the exercising, it can also help boost your performance too. When you’re working out in the gym, try to play some music that can get you pumped up. You’ll see just how big a difference it makes in terms of how well you do and how much better your endurance is.

Ups Your Mood
The music you listen to affects your mood. For instance, if you are feeling sad or down, the last thing you’d want to be playing through your ears are some sad songs. That will make you even sadder but the good news is that, if you play other songs, you can potentially boost your mood as well.

If you’re feeling down and out after a long and exhausting day, counter it with music. Try listening to happy songs with beats that help keep you moving. Believe it or not, this actually can change your mood significantly. It’s not just the beat that you should listen in on, the lyrics matter as well.

People can relate to songs on a personal level thanks in part to the lyrics. If you play a sad song with lyrics that you can relate to, you’re going to feel more emotional than you did. On the other hand, listening to songs with uplifting lyrics will help you get out of the slump as well.

This isn’t simply a statement, it’s a fact backed by science. Music can help increase the production of dopamine in the brain which can help relieve feelings of anxiety and depression. Moreover, the amygdala directly processes music too and this part of the brain is involved in controlling your mood and emotions as well.

Reduce Fatigue
Surprisingly, there have also been some studies that reveal that music is able to reduce the fatigue of people as well. Take a car ride for instance. Eventually, you’ll feel more and more fatigued while driving. This reduces your concentration and coordination at the same time.

What you should try to do to manage the fatigue is to roll down the windows and begin playing some music. This will take your mind off of the fatigue. This can help your body recover and in most cases, it’s also going to make you feel more energized than before you played music.

When you’re tired after a long day at work, try relaxing in the bathtub. Play music as you do and let your body recover nicely and well.

Helps Manage Pain
According to a 2016 study, patients suffering from chronic and acute pain were able to feel less of the symptoms while listening to music. Surprisingly, the treatment works better than medication too according to the study. If this is indeed the case, then patients have a better alternative to manage pain other than prescription drugs.

The problem with opioid drugs and other pain medications is that they can be addictive. It can result in various complications for the patient. Aside from overdosing, other potential health risks include heart and mental health problems, and other serious medical conditions.

Scientists have yet to fully explain while this is the case. However, it’s very likely that the music helps the patients take their minds off the pain even for a bit.

Practices Memorization
If you may have noticed, people tend to remember things through music easily. You’ll have a tough time memorizing a grocery list filled with 15 items. However, if you put a tune and a jingle to the list, you’ll have it memorized in no time as well.

Music can help practice your brain capacity and your ability to memorize things in order. Some people even find it easier to study while listening to music. On the other hand, some students prefer making music out of the things they need to memorize so they can completely understand it immediately.

If you’re studying or working, you might also want to try playing classical music. This will help you feel more focused as you do your thing. However, keep in mind that not everyone is comfortable with studying while working or studying so test it out first if it’s up your alley.

Music is a gift to the world and it’s not something you should deprive yourself of. Invest in things like a good headset, a good music player, and a subscription to Spotify and begin making your mind and body healthy. Music might just be the key to a better you in the future.
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