World Music Day 2024: Why music is so important for life

World Music Day is observed on June 21 every year. Music is the potion that can help reduce stress and anxiety. Let’s discover more benefits of listening to music. 
 

Listening to good music releases dopamine, also known as happy hormones, in the body. When you feel stressed, listen to your favourite tunes to relieve stress. 
 

Alzheimer's is an illness which has no cure. However, music therapy can help refresh old memories. 
 

Music can also help reduce pain in the body. Studies suggest that listening to music lowers the production of cortisol hormone in the body, which is called as the stress hormone. 
 

Studies reveal that listening to slow music while eating makes us eat slower. This can help you manage your weight. 
 

Music helps improve focus and concentration. Listening to music while exercising helps regulate blood pressure.