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Breath

The New Science of a Lost Art

Book • 2020

In 'Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art,' James Nestor delves into the history and science of breathing, revealing how modern humans have lost the ability to breathe correctly.

The book takes readers on a global journey to ancient burial sites, secret Soviet facilities, and other unusual locations to uncover the hidden science behind ancient breathing practices like Pranayama, Sudarshan Kriya, and Tummo.

Nestor collaborates with pulmonary experts to test long-held beliefs about breathing and presents evidence that slight adjustments in breathing can significantly improve athletic performance, rejuvenate internal organs, and alleviate various health issues such as snoring, asthma, and autoimmune diseases.

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Steven Bartlett

Chris Williamson

Arnold Van Den Berg

Mentioned in 129 episodes

Mentioned by

Ali Abdaal

as a book about breathing.

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Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

when discussing sleep optimization and the importance of nasal breathing.

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Mentioned by

Tim Ferriss

as a book recommended by many friends and experts in the field.

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Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

as an excellent book on the science of breathing, particularly nasal breathing.

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Staci Whitman

as a recommended book for those interested in airway health.

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Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

as a book that discusses taping the mouth shut during sleep to improve breathing.

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Mentioned by

Steven Bartlett

as a New York Times bestseller and a book that changed James' life.

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Mentioned by

Tim Ferriss

when referencing James Nestor's findings on CO2 levels in hotels and airplanes.

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Mentioned by

Kelly Starrett

as a great book on breathwork.

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Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as a book written by James Nestor.

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Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

as an excellent resource on the positive effects of nasal breathing and other breathing practices.

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Tom Bilyeu

as an audiobook that will dramatically improve your life.

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Mentioned by

Jim Kwik

as exploring the underutilized tool of breath for improving health and mental performance.

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Mentioned by

Jim Kwik

, featuring James Nestor, about how breath is an underutilized tool for health and mental performance.

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Mentioned by

Rich Roll

as an international bestseller written by the podcast guest.

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Mentioned by

Arnold Van Den Berg

as a book by James Nestor, who investigated breathing techniques after doctors couldn't help him with his medical problems.

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for its insights on breathing and health.

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Mentioned by

Joe Rogan

in relation to different styles of breathing that induce a psychedelic state without drugs.

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Mentioned by

Tom Bilyeu

as a book that dramatically improves your life.

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Mentioned by

Ali Abdaal

as a book that helped him understand the perils of bad breathing.

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