by Dr. Eddie Weitzberg, Karolinska Institute
[Adapted from HAA International Retreat
Center Blog at: https://www.yogameditation.com/reading-room/breathe-through-the-nose/]
Credit: HAA International Retreat Center, Scandinavian Yoga and Meditation School
There is little to no doubt that breathing through your nose has a multiplicity of benefits. In fact, studies have shown that nasal breathing leads to a 10 – 15% higher oxidation of the blood!
At the same time, studies now also show that nasal breathing greatly increases the anti-inflammatory molecule called nitric oxide (NO). More interestingly, habitual singing, mantra chanting, and humming have also been shown to produce this same molecule, highlighting the importance of incorporating specific pranayama techniques into practice; meaning, Alternate Nostril Breathing and Bumble Bee Breath are the key players in increasing nitric oxide and breathing your way to good health.
Read more at:
https://www.yogameditation.com/reading-room/breathe-through-the-nose/