I had a time that I was so stressful. I had to study hard for my
exams and the time was limited. Sometimes I could not sleep because of stress.
But one day everything turned around due to an article I read. So I am going to
teach you about that "magic thing". It is called Binaural Beats.
According to Wikipedia the history of binaural beats runs back
to 1839. This effect was discovered by Heinrich Wilhelm Dove.
Binaural beats is a system to alter brainwaves and the status of
the brain by when two tones at slightly different
frequencies are presented separately, one to each of a subject's ears, using
stereo headphones. As a result of it a frequency equal to the difference of two
frequencies will be generated inside the brain. This generated frequency to can
a frequency at which certain brain parts can be activated. As a result you can
alter sleep, stress levels, concentration, etc.
When two sounds of different frequencies are presented to each ear, binaural brats are generated in the brain.
Types of Binaural Beats
The functions of Binaural Beats differ depending on their frequency (The difference between right and left frequencis). The following table shows functions of each frequency range.
Name of the frequency |
Frequency |
Uses |
Gamma
|
40 Hz and up
|
Gamma is associated with the formation of
ideas, problem solving, language and memory processing, concentration and extremely high alertness.
|
Beta
|
12hz - 40hz
|
Wide awake. Usually, this state in itself is
uneventful, but don't underestimate its importance.
Many people lack sufficient beta activity,
which can cause mental or emotional disorders such as depression and ADD. And
low SMR production (a sub-range of beta at 12-15hz) may be related to
insomnia.
Stimulating beta activity can improve emotional
stability, energy levels, attentiveness and concentration.
|
Alpha
|
8hz - 12hz
|
Awake but relaxed. When you get up in the morning and just
before sleep, you are naturally in this state. When you close your eyes your
brain automatically starts producing more alpha waves.
Many studies monitoring the EEG activity of experienced
meditators have revealed strong increases in alpha activity.
Alpha activity has also been connected to the ability to recall
memories, lessened discomfort and pain, and reductions in stress and anxiety.
|
Theta
|
3hz - 8hz
|
Light sleep or extreme relaxation.
Theta is also a very receptive mental state that has proven
useful for hypnotherapy, as well as self-hypnosis using recorded affirmations
and suggestions.
|
Delta
|
0.2hz - 3hz
|
Deep, dreamless sleep. Delta is the slowest
band of brainwaves.
|
Benefits of Binaural Beats
The following infographic is about the benefits of binaural beats.
Scientific proofs
Following links will give you a small idea about the scientific proofs available. (From The National Center for Biotechnology Information)http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11191043
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11191043
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23862643
WARNING: DO NOT listen to Binaural Beats while driving, operating equipment, or any other task that requires concentration. DO NOT listen to Binaural Beats if you have experienced seizures in the past or have epilepsy. Those with heart disorders or taking mood-altering pharmaceutical drugs should consult a doctor before trying.
Click here to download a sample Binaural Beat mp3 of 1 minute. (free)
List of our most downloaded Binaural Beats
7.83Hz Binaural Beats (30 minutes sound clip, 27.4 MB)
About 7.83Hz Binaural Beats
7.83Hz frequency belongs to Theta frequency range. 7.83Hz frequency is also called Schumann frequency because it is the resonance frequency of the earth’s atmosphere.
Uses
- Reduces stress, depression and anxiety. This happens because this frequency can reduce the production of the stress hormone, Cortisol.
- By listening to this frequency before sleep, you can achieve a deep sleep very easily. It happens because your brain wave frequency drops to the frequency of sleep. This frequency can be used to treat sleep disorders.
- Simulation of human growth hormone (HGH) secretion. This can be helpful to slow down the biological aging process.
10Hz Alpha Binaural Beats (30 minutes sound clip, 27.4 MB)
10Hz Alpha Binaural Beat.
Uses
- Listening to 10Hz binaural beats while studying (or reading a book) can dramatically enhance your ability to memorize the content.
- Deep meditation
20Hz Beta Binaural Beats (30 minutes sound clip, 27.4 MB)
20Hz Beta Binaural Beats
Uses
- 20Hz binaural beats can increase your alertness and cognition.
- 20Hz binaural beats can be used while solving mathematical or analytical problems to enhance your accuracy and speed.
