Hemal H. Patel, PhD
Professor & Vice-Chair for Development and Advancement
Director, UCSD Cardiac/Neuro Protection Laboratories
VA Research Career Scientist, VA San Diego Healthcare System
Department of Anesthesiology, University of California, San Diego
Biomedical Sciences Building, Mail Code 0629, 9500 Gilman Drive
La Jolla, CA 92093-0629. e-mail: hepatel@ucsd.edu (08/13/25)
Meditation-induced bloodborne factors as an adjuvant treatment to COVID-19 disease. Brain Behav Immun Health. 2023 Aug 7;32:100675. PDF
Key Findings…
Length of meditation practice may influence susceptibility and management of COVID-19.
Blood plasma from mediators can limit viral infection in cultured lung cells.
Meditation elevates SERPINA5, a major player in coagulation and the immune response.
Regular meditation practice can improve well-being by modulation of biological processes.
“Multidimensional Analysis of Twin Sets During an Intensive Week-Long Meditation Retreat: A Pilot Study,” Mindfulness (N Y). 2025;16(6):1634-1655. PDF
Key Findings…
Meditation may increase a family of proteins called “plasmalogens” that act as antioxidants – which protect us from a number of chronic diseases and have an anti-aging effect.
Meditation may increase tryptophan metabolism. This leads to the production of serotonin – a vital mood regulator; and melatonin – a hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle.
Meditation may elevate proteins in the blood that lead to tissue repair and regeneration.
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Practice, Persistence and Patience - My Favorite. The first story of transformation that “jumped out” at me before my cancer and then the first one “sent” to me after my cancer diagnosis. A physician cures herself of a rare, life threatening sarcoma after chemo, radiation and alternative therapies had been tried.
”Source” the Documentary - The Science behind the practice. Highly recommended.
Proof - Stories of Transformation (listen to a few stories of transformation from serious health problems)
Stories of Transformation - YouTube Channel
Research: The Science Behind Mind/Body Healing and Meditation
Dr. Joe Dispenza’s Book: Becoming Supernatural
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Falun Dafa – Truthfulness, Compassion and Forbearance
Brief Introduction to Falun Dafa
Books & Recent Writings of Mr. Li Hongzhi
Video & Audio Materials
Take an Online Class
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