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#178: Bestselling author James Nestor reveals how improper breathing can lead to health issues that include poor sleep, asthma, chronic congestion, ADHD, and anxiety. He shares research-backed techniques to identify and correct your breathing habits, highlighting the numerous health benefits of nasal breathing.
James Nestor is a science journalist and award-winning author of the book Breath. His work has appeared in The Atlantic, Outside, Scientific American, The New York Times and more.
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Full Show Notes
(00:00) Introduction
(03:10) Why Humans Are the Worst Breathers and Why We Should Care
(05:29) The Importance of Nasal Breathing
(07:18) Ways to Identify if You're a Mouth Breather and How to Fix It
(10:07) What Is Oral Posture and Why Is It Important?
(15:58) The Problem with Straightening Your Teeth
(22:07) How to Improve Nasal Breathing
(23:39) The Benefits of Nasal Breathing and Deep Breaths
(28:42) The Functions of the Left Nostril vs. Right Nostril
(30:58) The Correct Way to Exhale
(31:28) Breathing Techniques
(39:14) Is It Possible to Overbreathe?
(41:19) The Vital Role of the Underutilized Diaphragm
(46:03) The Immediate Impact of Breathing Correctly
(47:01) How to Fix Your Posture for Optimized Breathing
(48:33) Products to Aid Better Breathing
(50:58) Why You Should Learn to Hold Your Breath
(55:50) The Benefits of Freediving
(57:54) Best Breathing Techniques for Kids
(59:34) Apps to Help You Track and Improve Your Breathing
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