TAKE A DEEP BREATH

#100 James Nestor: The Science & Practice of Perfecting Your Breath

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Jun 12, 2024
NY Times best-selling author James Nestor discusses the science of breath, including CO2 levels, HGH production, and nasal health. Topics range from CO2 tolerance to breathing exercises for sleep apnea, offering valuable insights on improving wellbeing through proper breathing techniques.
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INSIGHT

Lung Capacity and Lifespan

  • Lung size and function are key indicators of lifespan, according to the Framingham study.
  • Improve and maintain lung function with proper breathing and exercises.
INSIGHT

Benefits of Nasal Hair

  • Denser nasal hair correlates with lower asthma risk, according to one study.
  • Nasal hair filters air and helps regulate breathing.
ADVICE

Humming and Nitric Oxide

  • Humming, especially around 120 hertz, increases nitric oxide production.
  • Nitric oxide helps kill viruses and bacteria, similar to erectile dysfunction drugs.
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