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James Nestor

Author of Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art. He explores the science and history of breathing and its impact on health.

Top 10 podcasts with James Nestor

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776 snips
Sep 7, 2023 • 1h 59min

The Breathing Expert: Breathing Through Your Mouth Can Cause ADHD, Diabetes & Child Sickness! (Must Listen): James Nestor

James Nestor, an award-winning author and science journalist, shares his insights on the power of breath. He reveals that a staggering 98% of people breathe incorrectly, leading to issues like ADHD and diabetes, especially in children. Delving into the history of breathwork, he discusses how modern lifestyles have altered our breathing habits. Nestor also highlights how mouth breathing can impact health, and offers techniques to enhance lung capacity, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being through proper breathing practices.
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May 6, 2023 • 1h 25min

This Ancient BREATHING TECHNIQUE Will Transform Your BODY & MIND w/ James Nestor EP 1434

James Nestor, an acclaimed author and journalist, dives into the transformative power of breath. He discusses the significant differences between mouth and nose breathing and how optimizing these techniques can enhance physical and mental well-being. Nestor emphasizes the importance of carbon dioxide and shares effective methods for managing anxiety. He also highlights how proper breathing can improve lung capacity and overall health, making it a vital tool for longevity. His insights encourage listeners to rediscover the simplicity and accessibility of breathwork.
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Jan 31, 2024 • 1h 8min

The Science of Breathing | James Nestor

James Nestor, a science journalist and author of "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art," reveals that many of us may be breathing incorrectly. He discusses the surprising idea that humans are the worst breathers in the animal kingdom. Nestor highlights the detrimental effects of mouth breathing and the need for proper posture and chewing. The conversation explores the profound connections between breathing, anxiety, and sleep quality. He also shares practical breathing exercises to enhance overall health and well-being.
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Jun 12, 2024 • 1h 1min

How a Simple Change Can Improve Your Health, Sleep and More with James Nestor

In a captivating discussion, science journalist and bestselling author James Nestor dives into the vital role of breathing in our health. He explains how improper techniques can lead to issues like poor sleep and anxiety. Nestor reveals the transformative benefits of nasal breathing and provides practical strategies to correct common habits. He also highlights the links between modern diets and breathing problems. This enlightening dialogue challenges listeners to reconsider their breathing and embrace healthier practices for overall well-being.
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Jul 23, 2021 • 38min

You Will Never Breathe the Same Again — with James Nestor

When author and journalist James Nestor began researching a piece on free diving, he was stunned. He found that free divers could hold their breath for up to 8 minutes at a time, and dive to depths of 350 feet on a single breath. As he dug into the history of breath, he discovered that our industrialized lives have led to improper and mindless breathing, with cascading consequences from sleep apnea to reduced mobility. He also discovered an entire world of extraordinary feats achieved through proper and mindful breathing — including healing scoliosis, rejuvenating organs, halting snoring, and even enabling greater sovereignty in our use of technology. What is the transformative potential of breath? And what is the relationship between proper breathing and humane technology?
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Jan 18, 2021 • 1h 28min

1060 The Truth About Breathing & Why You’re Doing It Wrong w/James Nestor

In this engaging discussion, breath expert James Nestor dives into the crucial science of breathing, highlighting the alarming trend of mouth breathing and its health repercussions. He shares insights from his research that reveal the immense benefits of nasal breathing for immunity, mental well-being, and athletic performance. Nestor also emphasizes techniques to control breath for better health, tackles the challenges posed by modern habits, and explores the surprising healing effects of humming. Prepare to be inspired to rethink how you breathe!
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May 10, 2023 • 56min

How Nasal Breathing Can Transform Your Life with James Nestor

On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by author James Nestor. James is an international bestselling author and journalist known for his book Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art. Breath has sold over 2 million copies worldwide, was translated into 35 languages, and was an instant bestseller in the New York Times. Kristen and James will discuss the research that inspired the work for Breath (3:20), how breathing is linked to performance and health (5:05), where we went wrong with breathing (6:48), why people weren’t paying attention to breathing issues (8:54), the connection between asthma, allergies, and breathing (11:20), people using James’ teachings and techniques (16:45), negative effects of mouth breathing (18:55), getting started with nasal breathing (22:15), elite athletes working on their breathing (25:30), HRV’s correlation to breathwork (32:05), breathing protocols and optimization (33:30), seeing benefits from breathing protocols (40:40), and the connection between breathing and weight loss (46:05).Resources:mrjamesnestor.comBreath: The New Science of a Lost ArtSupport the showFollow WHOOPwww.whoop.comTrial WHOOP for FreeInstagramTikTokXFacebookLinkedIn Follow Will AhmedInstagramXLinkedIn Follow Kristen Holmes Instagram LinkedIn Follow Emily Capodilupo LinkedIn
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Oct 15, 2021 • 1h 11min

Top Breathing Techniques To Ease Your Mind, Heal Your Body & Change Your Life! EP 1176

Join author James Nestor, neurobiology expert Andrew Huberman, and extreme athlete Wim Hof as they explore the transformative power of breath. They discuss how breathing techniques can drastically reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and regulate anxiety. Learn about methods like Tummo and the physiological sigh to manage emotions and enhance performance. Hear fascinating insights on the connection between breath and overall well-being, and find out how these techniques can empower you to take control of your health.
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44 snips
Aug 24, 2022 • 1h 8min

You’re Breathing Wrong. Here’s How to Fix It | James Nestor

In this engaging conversation, science journalist James Nestor, author of the bestselling book "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art," reveals why many of us are breathing incorrectly. He discusses the surprising impacts of posture and mouth breathing on our health, and how fixing these issues can alleviate anxiety and improve sleep quality. Nestor shares practical breathing exercises and highlights the importance of exhalation, making a compelling case for why we should pay more attention to breathing as a tool for wellness.
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Oct 28, 2024 • 57min

Breathe Better, Live Better: The Surprising Benefits of Breathwork

Most of us take breathing for granted, but it holds the key to transforming your health. In this episode, I dive into powerful conversations with James Nestor and Wim Hof about how mastering your breath can boost your immune system, reduce stress, and even manage chronic inflammation. You’ll discover why nose breathing is essential for overall wellness, how cold exposure enhances cardiovascular health, and why The Wim Hof Method is changing lives. If you’ve been ignoring your breath, it’s time to wake up—this episode will show you how to harness the power of breath for better physical and mental health.View Show Notes From This EpisodeGet Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. HymanSign Up for Dr. Hyman’s Weekly Longevity JournalFull-length episodes of these interviews can be found here:The Power Of Breath As MedicineWhy Ice Water Immersion And Your Breath Is The Key To Health And HappinessThis episode is brought to you by AG1, ButcherBox, and Fatty15.Get your daily serving of vitamins, minerals, adaptogens, and more with AG1. Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hyman and get a year's worth of D3 and 10 Travel Packs for FREE with your first order.ButcherBox is giving new members two pounds of wild-caught salmon for FREE plus $30 off. Visit ButcherBox.com/Farmacy and use code FARMACY30.Fatty15 contains pure, award-winning C15:0 in a bioavailable form. Get an exclusive 15% off a 90-day starter kit subscription. Just visit Fatty15.com and use code DRHYMAN10 to get started.