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Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark

"Mouth Breathing Is Making You Ugly and Sick." - With Science Journalist James Nestor

Jun 14, 2024
New York Times bestselling science journalist James Nestor discusses how mouth breathing affects facial structure, sleep, and health. The podcast covers topics like nasal breathing, jaw development, and treatments for mouth breathing, including mouth taping. Nestor explores the impacts of modern diets and breathing habits on overall well-being.
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  • Mouth breathing can cause changes in facial structure and lead to anxiety and poor sleep.
  • Proper breathing techniques can alleviate respiratory illnesses and improve asthma symptoms significantly.

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The Impact of Proper Breathing on Health

Proper breathing techniques can alleviate and reverse symptoms of respiratory illnesses, asthma, anxiety, and sleep apnea. Incorrect breathing can lead to serious health issues over time. By adopting nasal breathing and slower breathing techniques, individuals can improve asthma symptoms significantly.

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