How do you breathe? It might not be something you’ve ever given much thought to, but my guest on this week’s episode is convinced you should. Patrick McKeown believes breathing correctly – that is, through your nose, lightly, and slowly – is the secret to better health, fitness and overall wellbeing. Yet many of us are breathing through our mouths, breathing fast and shallow, and our health is suffering as a result.Patrick’s talks me through the science of exactly why it is that nasal breathing is so fundamental to health and he shares how learning it himself transformed his sleep, his anxiety levels and drastically reduced his need for asthma medication.We talk about how our emotions, sleep and breathing are all interlinked. Patrick also shares some incredible insights on the connection between breast-feeding and diet, mouth breathing as a child, jaw development and malocclusion (crooked teeth).The good news is it’s never too late to correct your breathing. Whether you suffer from breathlessness, nasal congestion, snoring, stress, or anxiety – or if you simply want to improve your performance in any area of life – this episode is packed with practical tips on doing just that. In fact, you can get started right away with some of his techniques as you listen. Show notes available at drchatterjee.com/99Follow me on instagram.com/drchatterjee/Follow me on facebook.com/DrChatterjee/Follow me on twitter.com/drchatterjeeukDISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Patrick McKeown, breath expert, reveals 5 ways breathing through your mouth hurts your health and leaves you stressed. Learn how nose-breathing improves memory, back pain, and immune system. Discover simple exercises for better breathing. Harness the power of breath to reduce stress, improve sleep, and enhance presence in life.

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™... … you’ll learn why every breath you take makes a difference in how your entire body functions. The way you breathe affects the quality of your life and every one of your body systems. Full stop. This goes for adults and kids alike.In this special edition, breathing experts Patrick McKeown (“THE BREATHING CURE: Develop New Habits for a Healthier, Happier, and Longer Life”) and James Nestor (“Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art”) approach the topic from diverse perspectives, but agree on a lot. Especially the benefits of nose breathing and the detriment of mouth breathing.They explain the biochemical, biomechanics and psychological components of how you breathe. They also present exciting new research in pulmonology, psychology, biochemistry and human physiology that shows how making even slight adjustments to the way you inhale dramatically influences things like:sleep and snoringfitness and athletic performancebrain functionfocus and concentrationoxygen intakeheart rate and blood pressureblood sugarinternal organ functionnervous systemrespiratory healthasthma and allergiesautoimmune diseasesexfemale hormonespainstress and anxiety That's just the start of what you can change when you change your breathing. Big claims, yes. All true. And even bigger benefits for you.Breathing can nurture your body, center you, and rebalance you. When you start harnessing the power of your breath, you're going to feel incredibly better than you do right now. Patrick McKeown, an author, educator and one of the world’s leading breathing re-education experts, has researched breathing for more than two decades. Listen to more: Shut Your Mouth! Nose Breathing Improves All Your Body Systems – Patrick McKeown – #835James Nestor, a San Francisco-based science journalist, author, surfer, free diver, adventurer, and speaker, set out on a decade-long quest to find out where our breathing went wrong—and how to fix it. Listen to more: Breathing Essentials That Will Change Your Life – James Nestor – #751WE APPRECIATE OUR PARTNERS. CHECK THEM OUT!Support Your Body’s Natural Repair Mechanisms: https://eng3corp.com/DAVE/Must-Have Magnesium: https://magbreakthrough.com/DAVE, use code DAVE10 to get a 10% discountMeat Sticks! All the Good Stuff-No BS: https://paleovalley.com/DAVE, use code DAVE to get 15% off your first orderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Want a chance to take a LIVE class with me? Get tickets to FREE Muscle Intelligence Trainings on January 26th and February 4th, to 10x upgrade your effectiveness in the gym, and with your nutrition at muscleintelligence.com/tickets - seats are limited, so act now! Save 10% on ALL BiOptimizers products at bioptimizers.com/muscle10 Today's episode is a new Six Pillar Series episode, where I talk with some amazing experts in their fields about the 6 Pillars of Human Optimization…  Sleep, breath, nutrition, training, environment, and mindset. In this series I discuss the following topics with these experts:  Sleep with Tara Youngblood: the impact of today’s overstressed world on sleep, how to optimize your bedroom for high quality sleep, and how to optimize the primary physiological factors impacting sleep.  Listen to the full interview with Tara Youngblood. Breathing with Patrick McKeown: we address the power of breathing for health, focus and concentration, what happens when breathing patterns change, and the biochemistry of breath.  Listen to the full interview with Patrick McKeown. Nutrition with Dr. Mike T. Nelson: we talk about the utilization of fat as fuel and how to burn the greatest amount of fat at rest, fasting, and HRV and metabolic flexibility.  Listen to the full interview with Dr. Mike T. Nelson. Training with Sal DiStefano: the pros and cons of cardio, why resistance training should be the foundation of your exercise routine, and the different adaptations caused by resistance training.  Listen to the full interview with Sal DiStefano. Environment with Dr. Michael Twyman: why circadian biology is so closely correlated with cardiovascular health, what to do with negative cardio or endothelial function, and supplements for cardiovascular and endothelial function.  Listen to the full interview with Dr. Michael Twyman. Mindset with Ido Portal: we talked about focus, movement as a gateway to an optimized mind, and how to begin with intentional movement practice.  Listen to the full interview with Ido Portal. Get today's full episode guide for free at muscleintelligence.com/learn

Bestselling author and breathing expert, Patrick McKeown, discusses the importance of proper breathing techniques for improved health and fitness. He highlights the benefits of conscious breathing, breath-holding exercises, and nasal breathing during sleep. The podcast explores how mastering breath control can enhance focus, reduce stress, and overall well-being.

Breathing expert Patrick McKeown shares the benefits of nasal breathing: improving sleep, reducing stress, and optimizing performance. Topics include taping your mouth at night, unblocking a stuffy nose, calming the nervous system, lowering heart rate, boosting deep sleep, and using breath like a sniper. McKeown's transformative approach has helped asthma, anxiety, and sleep issues. Learn how breathwork can upgrade physiology and potential.

Patrick McKeown, a breathing expert and author, shares insights into the transformative power of breathwork. He discusses how nasal breathing can improve athletic performance and emotional regulation. McKeown highlights the health benefits of overcoming asthma through mastering breathing techniques. He also introduces innovative products like myotape that encourage proper breathing during sleep. Finally, he emphasizes the importance of teaching children effective breathing methods to enhance their mental and physical well-being.

Patrick McKeown, world-renowned breathing practitioner, discusses the impact of COVID-19 on respiratory health, the benefits of nasal breathing, and the importance of breathwork for mental and physical performance. He shares personal struggles with asthma and sleep apnea, the basics of breathing, and techniques to address dysfunctional breathing and manage panic attacks. Patrick also discusses his inventions and provides book recommendations for further reading.

In this enlightening discussion, Patrick McKeown, an international best-selling author and leading breathing re-education expert, shares insights on the crucial role of proper breathing. He uncovers how chronic mouth-breathing from stress harms health and performance. Patrick reveals benefits of nasal breathing, including improved endurance and mental clarity. He addresses the impacts of breathing on sleep quality and anxiety, while emphasizing techniques that enhance overall well-being. Discover how mastering breath can unlock potential and boost resilience!

Patrick McKeown, one of the world’s leading thinkers on breathing, discusses how controlling your breath can boost athletic performance, mental clarity, and nervous system response. Topics include breathing action and cadence, benefits of breathwork, correlation between breathing and cognitive function, the Wim Hof breathing technique, benefits of nasal breathing, and reversing the negative effects of orthodontics.