The main cautions go out to those with neurological or cardiac issues. The only dangers with binaural beats seem to come from already existing health risks. They work by playing two different tones or auditory impulses in each ear, which then activates various centres in the brain, increasing mental clarity.īut then many people are still cautious when it comes to using them, so are they at all dangerous?įor most people, no.
But are they safe?įrequently referred to as a digital drug, binaural beats alter brainwave patterns, creating a hypnotic response, a ‘high’ if you like.
Binaural beats are becoming increasingly popular amongst those who want to increase relaxation or mindfulness, those who meditate, and of course lucid dreamers.
