Practice Nasal Breathing
- Nasal breathing slows the incoming airflow, which has a calming effect on the nervous system.
- The air is traveling slower and stays longer in the alveoli, where gas exchange happens. This gives oxygen more time to diffuse in the bloodstream, which can result in 10-20 per cent greater oxygen uptake.
- Your nose acts as a filter for pathogens, such as bacteria and viruses.
- The air going into the lungs is conditioned to better suit the body – warmed up or cooled down, depending on the external environment.
- By breathing through your nose, you expel up to 40 percent less water (meaning you’re less prone to dehydration).
- It avoids the problems associated with long-term excessive mouth breathing, such as dental problems, inflammation of the upper airways, forward head posture and even changes in the shape of the jaw.
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