Israeli study reveals: Attention can regulate acute inflammation in humans
Directing attention toward bodily sensations reduces inflammation, accelerates recovery in healthy volunteers, new study shows.
Assessment
A new Israeli study claims that where you direct your attention can physically alter your body's inflammatory response. Healthy volunteers who focused on bodily sensations showed reduced inflammation and faster recovery. This suggests a measurable biological link between conscious awareness and immune function. The next question is whether this effect holds for people with chronic inflammatory conditions, not just healthy subjects.