2023 Was the Year of Breathing Through Our Noses
GQHow mouth breathing became wellness enemy number one.
Read when you’ve got time to spare.
Dive deep into the science of using your diaphragm more effectively, from the popular 4-7-8 method (it works!) to the strength training that might ward off Alzheimer’s disease.
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How mouth breathing became wellness enemy number one.
The rhythm of respiration influences a wide range of behaviors, as well as cognition and emotion. Neuroscientists are piecing together how it all works.
Investigating whether you need to strengthen the muscles you breathe with.
A look at breathwork, the ancient practice beloved by Olympians, models, and hundreds of people on Zoom.
There are believed to be many benefits to slow, controlled breathing. Researchers may have found another – a surprising protection against Alzheimer's.
The vagus nerve halts stress and regulates emotions. Here’s how to get it in tip-top shape.
If you’re not using your diaphragm efficiently, you’re not getting the most out of your workout, experts say.
Short answer: Yes. And that’s not the only benefit of this simple technique.
In case you need to take a breather.
BONUS READ: I Took an Intense Breathing Workshop—and It Totally Changed My Mood via Domino.
We do it 20,000 times a day but the way we breathe in different scenarios can have a big impact. From tongue position to finding your D-spot, experts share breathwork techniques.
A deep dive into how and why we experience anxiety—as well as science-backed ways to ease the burden.