Close your eyes for a moment and imagine this: You’re lying comfortably in your own home, headphones on, music building around you. You begin to breathe deeply, rhythmically, continuously. Within minutes, something shifts. The constant mental chatter that usually dominates your mind begins to quiet. Emotions you didn’t even know you were carrying start to … Read more
The Midnight Blockage: How to Finally Breathe Free at Night It’s 2:00 AM. You’re exhausted. Your bed is comfortable, the room is dark, and your mind is ready to sleep. But your nose has other plans. One nostril is completely blocked, the other is barely functioning, and you’re doing that awkward mouth-breathing thing that leaves … Read more
Did you know that over 30 million Americans have a burning sensation in their nose? This feeling, known as nasal irritation, can be caused by many things, such as allergies or infections. If you’ve felt a burning nose, you know how annoying it is. Knowing what causes it and how to treat it can help … Read more
The Complete Guide to Optimal Diaphragmatic Breathing Have you ever noticed how a sleeping baby breathes? Their entire torso expands and contracts rhythmically, belly, sides, and back, moving together like a gentle wave. That’s 360 breathing, and it’s exactly how your body was designed to breathe. Yet somewhere between childhood and adulthood, most of us … Read more
Did you know nearly 60% of adults have poor sleep quality? This can lead to many health problems. Instead of using sleep aids, mouth taping is becoming popular. It’s a natural way to improve sleep and health. By sealing your lips during sleep, you can enjoy many benefits. These might surprise you. Mouth taping helps … Read more
In recent years, breathwork has exploded in popularity as more and more people discover its transformative effects on both physical and mental health. From elite athletes and high-performing executives to yoga practitioners and wellness enthusiasts, people from all walks of life are incorporating conscious breathing practices into their daily routines. And for good reason, the … Read more
Nasal congestion affects approximately 12% of the U.S. population at any given time, making it one of the most common health complaints. When your nose becomes congested, irritated tissues lining the nasal passages trigger inflammation, swelling, and mucus production, creating an uncomfortable blockage that can disrupt sleep, speech, and daily activities. Understanding how to effectively … Read more
Did you know up to 30-50% of adults breathe through their mouths, often at night? Mouth breathing might seem okay, but it can harm your health. It affects your breathing, sleep, and brain function. On the other hand, breathing through your nose is how we’re meant to breathe. It’s better for our health and well-being. … Read more
In this episode of the Take a Deep Breath podcast, host Mike Mayer interviews Anders Olsson, a renowned breathwork expert featured in Breath by James Nestor. They discuss the often-overlooked role of CO2 in health, from breathing techniques to CO2 bathing and therapy, and how carbon dioxide can be a powerful ally for relaxation, focus, … Read more
Hyperventilation is a breathing disorder that affects 6% to 11% of patients in general medical settings, yet it remains widely misunderstood. As a physician specializing in respiratory conditions and breathwork, I’ve witnessed firsthand how this condition can significantly impact quality of life and how proper understanding and treatment can transform patient outcomes. What Is Hyperventilation? … Read more
