Breathing is a fundamental part of human existence, yet it is often overlooked in the realm of health and wellness. However, for some individuals, breathing can be a significant source of health problems. This is where breathing retraining comes in, and Breathing Educator and Buteyko Practitioner, Nicky Mcleod, is one of the few specialists in … Read more
Humans are nose breathers The nose is for breathing and the mouth is for eating. We say to the kids you should breathe through your mouth as often as you eat through your nose! The part of your nose that you can see on your face is only 30% of your nose. 70% is in … Read more
Nicky McLeod explains how to do a simple test to see if the way you breathe could be affecting your health.
This introduction to nasal and diaphragm breathing offers important foundational concepts and offers some valuable tips for getting started.
Breathing through your nose balances the CO2, oxygen and nitric oxide in your airways and blood — this is important to preventing the spread of infection.
In a world coping with Covid-19 find out how improving your nasal breathing can help to prevent the spread of infection.
Nasal breathing, humming or breath holding can’t cure or prevent Covid-19, but they can help us feel less stressed and help our immune system.
The 2019 Asthma hui challenged health professionals to change the way asthma is treated so the high rate of death and hospitalisation in NZ can be reduced.
If your blocked nose makes you breathe through your mouth, try a simple exercise to clear your nose and breathe more comfortably.
