Breathe Better Sleep Better Live Better Podcast Buteyko Breathing with Patrick Mckeown
Apr 27, 2013
In this discussion, Patrick Mckeown, an international Buteyko breathing expert and author, dives into how his method can enhance respiratory health, particularly for sleep apnea and asthma sufferers. He shares insights on the dangers of over-breathing and the importance of nasal breathing. Listeners learn practical techniques to reduce snoring and improve sleep quality, along with the serious impacts of chronically breathing through the mouth. Patrick also emphasizes the connection between breathing patterns and facial development, making this a vital listen for anyone concerned about sleep health.
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Hidden Hyperventilation Matters
- Hidden chronic hyperventilation means people habitually breathe more than metabolic needs without obvious signs.
- Patrick links this excessive daytime breathing to snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.
Why Heavy Breathing Reduces Oxygen
- Over-breathing reduces CO2, which impairs oxygen release from hemoglobin (Bohr effect).
- Paradoxically, breathing heavier can deliver less oxygen to tissues and cause fatigue.
Start By Unblocking The Nose
- Unblock your nose first by doing short breath-hold exercises to raise CO2 and reduce congestion.
- Then switch from mouth to nasal breathing and use exercises to remove the feeling of suffocation.
