How a Simple Change Can Improve Your Health, Sleep and More with James Nestor

Published: June 12, 2024, 9 a.m.

#178: Bestselling author James Nestor reveals how improper breathing can lead to health issues that include poor sleep, asthma, chronic congestion, ADHD, and anxiety. He shares research-backed techniques to identify and correct your breathing habits, highlighting the numerous health benefits of nasal breathing.\nJames Nestor is a science journalist and award-winning author of the book Breath. His work has appeared in The Atlantic, Outside, Scientific American, The New York Times and more.\nLink to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/james-nestor-breathing-improves-health\n\nPartner Deals\nDeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web\nBilt Rewards:\xa0Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent\n1Password:\xa0Free 2-week trial of my favorite password manager\nVuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn\nIndochino: 10% off my favorite bespoke suits and shirts (with code ALLTHEHACKS)\nFor all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to:\xa0allthehacks.com/deals\n\nResources Mentioned\nJames Nestor: Website | Instagram\nBooks:\n\nBreath: The New Science of a Lost Art\n\nDeep: Freediving, Renegade Science, and What the Ocean Tells Us about Ourselves\n\nWim Hof Method\nFalim Sugar Free Chewing Gum\nSnoreLab\nSnoreClock\n\nFull Show Notes\n(00:00) Introduction\n(03:10) Why Humans Are the Worst Breathers and Why We Should Care\n(05:29) The Importance of Nasal Breathing\n(07:18) Ways to Identify if You're a Mouth Breather and How to Fix It\n(10:07) What Is Oral Posture and Why Is It Important?\n(15:58) The Problem with Straightening Your Teeth\n(22:07) How to Improve Nasal Breathing\n(23:39) The Benefits of Nasal Breathing and Deep Breaths\n(28:42) The Functions of the Left Nostril vs. Right Nostril\n(30:58) The Correct Way to Exhale\n(31:28) Breathing Techniques\n(39:14) Is It Possible to Overbreathe?\n(41:19) The Vital Role of the Underutilized Diaphragm\n(46:03) The Immediate Impact of Breathing Correctly\n(47:01) How to Fix Your Posture for Optimized Breathing\n(48:33) Products to Aid Better Breathing\n(50:58) Why You Should Learn to Hold Your Breath\n(55:50) The Benefits of Freediving\n(57:54) Best Breathing Techniques for Kids\n(59:34) Apps to Help You Track and Improve Your Breathing\n\nConnect with All the Hacks\nAll the Hacks:\xa0Newsletter\xa0|\xa0Website\xa0|\xa0Membership\xa0|\xa0Email\nChris Hutchins:\xa0X\xa0|\xa0Instagram\xa0|\xa0Website\xa0|\xa0LinkedIn\n\nEditor\u2019s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.