15/04/2026
We often focus on eating well and getting enough sleep… but how often do we think about how we’re breathing?
I listened to a fascinating podcast last week hosted by Rangan Chatterjee with James Nestor, bestselling author of Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art.
He compares breathing to sleeping and eating. If we want to feel our best, not only do we need to sleep and eat well, but we also need to breathe well.
He shares research showing that conditions such as asthma, high blood pressure, emphysema and even scoliosis may be improved through better breathing.
It made me stop and think about my own breathing. Do I mouth breathe? Am I using my diaphragm enough?
In clinic, this is something I often come back to. When the nervous system is under stress, breathing patterns can change, which can impact digestion, energy and overall health.
I’m curious… is this something you’ve ever thought about?
One of the best parts is that breathing is free. It’s a simple way to support your stress response and gut health. Something we can all start becoming more mindful of. Podcast link: https://drchatterjee.com/how-to-change-the-way-you-breathe-for-more-energy-better-sleep-improved-blood-pressure-a-longer-life-with-james-nestor/
