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August 20, 2007
Knit for health and well being
The repetitive actions needed for knitting and crochet can bring the mind and body to a state called a "relaxation response" that is quite similar to what people experience with techniques such as repetitive prayer, yoga, meditation, Tai Chi, and other relaxation disciplines. Research at the Harvard Medical School Mind/Body Institute has found that when an individual is knitting her heart rate can drop 11 beats a minute and her blood pressure drops as well. These results can have significant health benefits for people who knit and crochet.Manhattan, NY (OPENPRESS) August 18, 2007
Posted by glittrgirl at August 20, 2007 11:28 AM
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I absolutely agree with this.... apart from when I have got lost or confused with a pattern!
I even fund untangling yarn calming. Am I strange? I spent several hours untangling a hank of baby alpaca yesterday. I think it 'teaches' me to be calm.
Posted by: Skitten at August 20, 2007 11:41 AM
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