Breathing

Max points: 5 Type: Podcast

Discover the surprising power of proper breathing for both physical and mental health. This episode explores the science behind nasal breathing, its role in sleep, stress, and cognition, and practical techniques like box breathing and humming to improve focus, calm, and overall well-being.

Channel: Beautiful Minds Wellness Duration: 0:44:22

Questions

1. What core takeaway did the hosts emphasize for healthy breathing?

Hold your breath frequently to build CO2 Alternate mouth and nose every minute Breathe through your nose rather than your mouth Breathe through your mouth to get more air

2. What simple practice was said to raise nasal nitric oxide about fifteen-fold?

Yawning Whistling Humming Coughing

3. Which is a documented consequence of mouth breathing mentioned in the episode?

Higher nitric oxide production Improved sleep quality Greater water loss (about 40% more) Wider nasal passages over time

4. According to the discussion of nasal cycles, breathing more through which nostril tends to be calming?

Both equally Neither; nostril choice is irrelevant Left nostril Right nostril

5. Which pattern correctly describes box breathing as taught to Navy SEALs?

In 7 sec, out 11 sec In 5.5 sec, out 5.5 sec In 4 sec, hold 4 sec, out 4 sec, hold 4 sec In 2 sec, hold 8 sec, out 2 sec, hold 8 sec

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