Listening to Music Can Improve Health, Boost Mood, and Reduce Stress
(WorldNews Health)

You probably think of music as escapist, or fun, or a way to bond with others-probably all three. But you may not realize some of the songs and tunes you love actually have healing powers, according to longstanding research. Using Music to Improve Health Outcomes One studyof cataract patients found that participants who listened to music before, during and after surgery had lower blood pressure in the recovery room than those who didn`t, and also felt a stronger sense of calm during the procedure. Additional researchfound urologic surgery patients in environments with lower ambient noise needed less calming medication when they were listening to music. According to Nancy Mramor PhD, a...