Breath IQ, 1 Group Oxford Street (2025)

17/03/2022

"You have to breathe through the heart" - Delores Cannon

16/03/2022

Foods for Lung Health

Keeping your lungs healthy is essential to feeling your best. Yet, common factors, including exposure to cigarette smoke and environmental toxins, as well as eating an inflammatory diet, can take a toll on this pair of important organs.
What’s more, common conditions, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and pulmonary fibrosis, can significantly affect your quality of life
However, research has shown that lifestyle modifications, including following a nutrient-rich diet, can help protect your lungs and even reduce lung damage and symptoms of disease.
What’s more, specific nutrients and foods have been identified to be particularly beneficial for lung function.
And, of course, do regular breathing techniques for strong, healthy lungs and optimal breathing, and regular moderate exercise.

12/20 Oysters
Oysters are loaded with nutrients that are essential to lung health, including zinc, selenium, B vitamins, and copper
Studies show that people with higher blood levels of selenium and copper have greater lung function, compared with those with lower levels of these nutrients
Additionally, oysters are an excellent source of B vitamins and zinc, nutrients that are especially important for people who smoke.
Smoking depletes certain B vitamins, including vitamin B12, which is concentrated in oysters. What’s more, studies show that higher zinc intake may help protect smokers from developing COPD

09/03/2022

Foods for Lung Health

Keeping your lungs healthy is essential to feeling your best. Yet, common factors, including exposure to cigarette smoke and environmental toxins, as well as eating an inflammatory diet, can take a toll on this pair of important organs.
What’s more, common conditions, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and pulmonary fibrosis, can significantly affect your quality of life
However, research has shown that lifestyle modifications, including following a nutrient-rich diet, can help protect your lungs and even reduce lung damage and symptoms of disease.
What’s more, specific nutrients and foods have been identified to be particularly beneficial for lung function.
And, of course, do regular breathing techniques for strong, healthy lungs and optimal breathing, and regular moderate exercise.

11/20 Olive oil
Consuming olive oil may help protect against respiratory conditions like asthma. Olive oil is a concentrated source of anti-inflammatory antioxidants, including polyphenols and vitamin E, which are responsible for its powerful health benefits.
For example, a study that included 871 people found that those who had high olive oil intake had a reduced risk of asthma
What’s more, the Mediterranean diet, which is rich in olive oil, has been shown to benefit lung function in smokers, as well as people with COPD and asthma

07/03/2022

3-day Basecamp Hiking Escape
19 - 21 March 2022

I have put together 3 fantastic day hikes for the upcoming long weekend,
less than 1hr from Pretoria and Joburg.
Aasvoëlbad (7.2km), Piesangkloof (8km) and Bsorah (8km)
Hikes are moderate with some challenging spots, but there are options to
opt out for easier or shorter sections.
Cost for 3 day hikes is R370pp
OR choose to do 1 or 2 day hikes only.

Basecamp accommodation: Moonlight Backpackers near Brits
Cost: R200pppn sharing / R300 single
Fully equipped communal kitchen with 2 fridges and braai areas, indoors and outside.
Bedding provided.

Bookings and info Whatsapp Estie 060 7187 139
Bookings close on Wednesday 16 March 2022

02/03/2022

Foods for Lung Health

Keeping your lungs healthy is essential to feeling your best. Yet, common factors, including exposure to cigarette smoke and environmental toxins, as well as eating an inflammatory diet, can take a toll on this pair of important organs.
What’s more, common conditions, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and pulmonary fibrosis, can significantly affect your quality of life
However, research has shown that lifestyle modifications, including following a nutrient-rich diet, can help protect your lungs and even reduce lung damage and symptoms of disease.
What’s more, specific nutrients and foods have been identified to be particularly beneficial for lung function.
And, of course, do regular breathing techniques for strong, healthy lungs and optimal breathing, and regular moderate exercise.

10/20 Edamame beans
Edamame beans contain compounds called isoflavones. Diets rich in isoflavones have been associated with a reduced risk of numerous diseases, including COPD
A study in 618 Japanese adults found that people with COPD had much lower intakes of dietary isoflavones, compared with healthy control groups. What’s more, isoflavone intake was significantly associated with better lung function and reduced shortness of breath

27/02/2022

The protein inside red blood cells that carries oxygen to cells and carbon dioxide to the lungs is hemoglobin.
Trained athletes, particularly in endurance sports, have a decreased hematocrit, the ratio of the volume of red blood cells to the total volume of blood, which is sometimes called “sports anemia.”
This is not anemia in a clinical sense, because athletes have in fact an increased total mass of red blood cells and hemoglobin in circulation relative to sedentary individuals.

27/02/2022

!! WALKING & BREATHING MINI RETREAT !!

A unique experience for self-care and self-love!!
Learn an easy tool to equip you to improve health, wealth and relationships.

Walking exercises body and mind.
Enjoy a flat easy relaxing shaded 5km saunter...
time for reflection
Breath is the center of our existence.
Learn 3 easy breathing techniques to manage
stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, focus and
sports performance, and much more!

WHEN: Sunday 6 March 2022
WHERE: Van Gaalen Kaasmaakereij
Skeerpoort
TIME: 08:00 - 11:00
INVESTMENT: R590pp
Limited spaces for personal attention.

Bookings and info Whatsapp:
Estie 060 7187 139

27/02/2022

Breathing and Hydration:
each gram of dry air we exhale (that is, the air we exhale minus the weight of the water v***r in it) also carries with it 0.0272 grams of water v***r.
Naturally, the number increases during exercise or anxiety because of elevated respiratory and heart rates.
The rule of thumb is, if you’re thirsty, you’re already dehydrated. So keep well hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day, even little sips regularly.

As a general rule, you can use this simple calculation. Water (in litres) to drink a day :
Your Weight (in Kg) multiplied by 0.033.

23/02/2022

Foods for Lung Health

Keeping your lungs healthy is essential to feeling your best. Yet, common factors, including exposure to cigarette smoke and environmental toxins, as well as eating an inflammatory diet, can take a toll on this pair of important organs.
What’s more, common conditions, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and pulmonary fibrosis, can significantly affect your quality of life
However, research has shown that lifestyle modifications, including following a nutrient-rich diet, can help protect your lungs and even reduce lung damage and symptoms of disease.
What’s more, specific nutrients and foods have been identified to be particularly beneficial for lung function.
And, of course, do regular breathing techniques for strong, healthy lungs and optimal breathing, and regular moderate exercise.

8/20 Green tea
Green tea is a beverage that has impressive effects on health. Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is a catechin concentrated in green tea. It boasts antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and has been shown to inhibit fibrosis or scarring of tissues
Pulmonary fibrosis is a disease characterized by progressive, lung-function-compromising scarring of lung tissue. Some research shows that EGCG may help treat this disease.
A small 2020 study in 20 people with pulmonary fibrosis found that treatment with EGCG extract for 2 weeks reduced markers of fibrosis, compared with a control group

23/02/2022

Foods for Lung Health

Keeping your lungs healthy is essential to feeling your best. Yet, common factors, including exposure to cigarette smoke and environmental toxins, as well as eating an inflammatory diet, can take a toll on this pair of important organs.
What’s more, common conditions, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and pulmonary fibrosis, can significantly affect your quality of life
However, research has shown that lifestyle modifications, including following a nutrient-rich diet, can help protect your lungs and even reduce lung damage and symptoms of disease.
What’s more, specific nutrients and foods have been identified to be particularly beneficial for lung function.
And, of course, do regular breathing techniques for strong, healthy lungs and optimal breathing, and regular moderate exercise.

9/20 Red cabbage
Red cabbage is an affordable and rich source of anthocyanins. These plant pigments give red cabbage its vivid color. Anthocyanin intake has been linked to a reduced decline in lung function
What’s more, cabbage is packed with fiber. Studies show that people who consume more fiber have better lung function than those who consume low amounts of fiber

20/02/2022

Breathing rate, or respiratory rate, is the number of breaths you take per minute.

Your respiratory rate and heart rate are indicators of your emotional state and the state of your autonomic nervous system.

When you are in sympathetic mode - fight or flight - you have elevated heart and respiratory rate.
When you are in parasympathetic mode, or rest and digest, you have normal heart and respiratory rates.

You can practice specific breathing techniques for balancing, recovery, healing, energizing or sleep.

16/02/2022

Foods for Lung Health

Keeping your lungs healthy is essential to feeling your best. Yet, common factors, including exposure to cigarette smoke and environmental toxins, as well as eating an inflammatory diet, can take a toll on this pair of important organs.
What’s more, common conditions, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and pulmonary fibrosis, can significantly affect your quality of life
However, research has shown that lifestyle modifications, including following a nutrient-rich diet, can help protect your lungs and even reduce lung damage and symptoms of disease.
What’s more, specific nutrients and foods have been identified to be particularly beneficial for lung function.
And, of course, do regular breathing techniques for strong, healthy lungs and optimal breathing, and regular moderate exercise.

7/20 Blueberries
Blueberries are loaded with nutrients, and their consumption has been associated with a number of health benefits, including protecting and preserving lung function
Blueberries are a rich source of anthocyanins, including malvidin, cyanidin, peonidin, delphinidin, and petunidin
Anthocyanins are powerful pigments that have been shown to protect lung tissue from oxidative damage
A study in 839 veterans found that blueberry intake was associated with the slowest rate of decline in lung function and that consuming 2 or more servings of blueberries per week slowed lung function decline by up to 38%, compared with low or no blueberry intake

13/02/2022

Examination of ancient Egyptians’ depictions of the respiratory tract, dating back to the 30th century BC, reveals their awareness of the pulmonary anatomy: reinforced with cartilaginous rings, the trachea is split into two main bronchi, which then enter the lungs
An impressive knowledge for the dawn of medicine and civilization!

09/02/2022

Foods for Lung Health

Keeping your lungs healthy is essential to feeling your best. Yet, common factors, including exposure to cigarette smoke and environmental toxins, as well as eating an inflammatory diet, can take a toll on this pair of important organs.
What’s more, common conditions, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and pulmonary fibrosis, can significantly affect your quality of life
However, research has shown that lifestyle modifications, including following a nutrient-rich diet, can help protect your lungs and even reduce lung damage and symptoms of disease.
What’s more, specific nutrients and foods have been identified to be particularly beneficial for lung function.
And, of course, do regular breathing techniques for strong, healthy lungs and optimal breathing, and regular moderate exercise.

However, research has shown that lifestyle modifications, including following a nutrient-rich diet, can help protect your lungs and even reduce lung damage and symptoms of the disease.

6/20 Tomato and tomato products
Tomatoes and tomato products are among the richest dietary sources of lycopene, a carotenoid antioxidant that has been associated with improved lung health.
Consuming tomato products has been shown to reduce airway inflammation in people with asthma and improve lung function in people with COPD
A 2019 study in 105 people with asthma demonstrated that a diet rich in tomatoes was associated with a lower prevalence of poorly controlled asthma. Plus, tomato intake is also associated with a slower decline in lung function in ex-smokers

06/02/2022

The common cold can be caused by 100's of different viruses.

A cold is often thought to be synonymous with "rhinovirus" that most frequently causes this type of illness.
But there are actually more that 200 viruses that can cause a cold, including the human coronavirus and respiratory syncytial virus.

Take care of your health to maximize the body's ability to protect you against viruses.

03/02/2022

!! WALKING & BREATHING MINI RETREAT !!

A unique experience to equip you with an awesome tool
Make the most of 2022 – 365 new opportunities
Improve mental and physical health and capacity

https://bigsolutions.kartra.com/page/breathing-hiking-bootcamp

Walking : Enjoy an easy, flat, relaxing shaded 5km saunter …time for reflection
Breathing : Learn 3 easy breathing techniques to manage stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia.
Improved focus, energy and sports performance.

WHERE: Van Gaalen Kaasmaakereij, Skeerpoort
WHEN: Sunday 6 Feb 2022
TIME: 08:00 – 11:00
INVESTEMENT: R590pp
Limited spaces for personal attention
Bookings and Info Whatsapp : Estie 060 7187 139

02/02/2022

Foods for Lung Health

Keeping your lungs healthy is essential to feeling your best. Yet, common factors, including exposure to cigarette smoke and environmental toxins, as well as eating an inflammatory diet, can take a toll on this pair of important organs.
What’s more, common conditions, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and pulmonary fibrosis, can significantly affect your quality of life
However, research has shown that lifestyle modifications, including following a nutrient-rich diet, can help protect your lungs and even reduce lung damage and symptoms of disease.
What’s more, specific nutrients and foods have been identified to be particularly beneficial for lung function.
And, of course, do regular breathing techniques for strong, healthy lungs and optimal breathing, and regular moderate exercise.

5/20Turmeric
Turmeric is often used to promote overall health due to its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Curcumin, the main active component in turmeric, may be especially beneficial for supporting lung function
A study in 2,478 people found that curcumin intake was associated with improved lung function. Plus, the lung function of smokers who had the highest intake of curcumin was significantly greater than smokers who had low curcumin intake
In fact, high curcumin intake in smokers was associated with 9.2% greater lung function, compared with smokers who did not consume curcumin

30/01/2022

Your nose is the first organ in the upper respiratory system and is one of the main reasons you survive and thrive, it is not just a pretty little protrusion on the front of your face!!!

A few interesting facts about your nose:
contains and is the primary pathway for your breath
humidifies , warms and sterilizes the air your breathe
protects you through smell, eg inhaling hazardous materials
smell is important in identification, memory and emotion
helps you find a mate
shapes the sound of your voice

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