TAKE A DEEP BREATH

#100 James Nestor: The Science & Practice of Perfecting Your Breath

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Jun 12, 2024
NY Times best-selling author James Nestor discusses the science of breath, including CO2 levels, HGH production, and nasal health. Topics range from CO2 tolerance to breathing exercises for sleep apnea, offering valuable insights on improving wellbeing through proper breathing techniques.
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INSIGHT

Indoor CO2 Epidemic

  • Indoor CO2 levels are often dangerously high, exceeding 2,500 parts per million in some places.
  • This "CO2 epidemic" can reduce cognitive function, impacting thinking and sleep.
ADVICE

Monitoring CO2

  • Obtain a CO2 monitor to measure indoor levels.
  • Be concerned about levels above 1,000 ppm, with cognitive decline starting around 1,400 ppm.
ANECDOTE

CO2 Therapy vs. Chronic Exposure

  • James Nestor experimented with 30% CO2 inhalation, finding it can reset the brain and nervous system.
  • He contrasts this with chronic exposure to high CO2 environments, noting potential negative health impacts.
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