Ancient Wisdom for Modern Health Breath 1: The New Science of an Ancient Wisdom (#53)
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Dec 2, 2020 Discover the transformative power of breath and its potential to revolutionize health. Learn how carbon dioxide helps oxygenate tissues, and the surprising effects of varied breathing techniques. Explore ancient practices like pranayama that align with modern science, and uncover the stark differences between mouth and nasal breathing. Find out how poor breathing may contribute to anxiety, and get practical tips like mouth taping and 5.5-second breathing exercises to boost well-being and athletic performance.
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Carbon Dioxide Enables Oxygen Delivery
- Carbon dioxide is not just waste; it helps release oxygen from hemoglobin into tissues.
- Increasing CO2 in lungs and blood improves tissue oxygenation and overall health.
Use Multiple Breathing Modes Deliberately
- Breathing practices must vary: sometimes breathe less/slow, other times breathe faster with holds.
- Different techniques (Wim Hof, pranayama, breath-holds) target sympathetic or restorative responses as needed.
Chewing Shapes Breathing Anatomy
- Modern soft diets reduce chewing, weakening jaws and narrowing airways over generations.
- Reduced chewing leads to flaccid palates and contributes to snoring and obstructive sleep issues.
