306. Breathe Better, Live Better with NYT Best-Selling Author, James Nestor

Be Well by Kelly Leveque

James Nestor is an acclaimed author and journalist who has written for Scientific American, Outside, and The New York Times. His latest book, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, explores how humans have lost the ability to breathe properly and how to regain it, becoming an instant bestseller with over 2.5 million copies sold.

In today’s episode, James talks about the powerful connection between our breathing patterns and overall health, shedding light on how modern diets and industrialized foods have impacted our respiratory health and even shaped our faces. We also dive into practical, actionable tips to help improve breathing habits, especially in our little ones.

James shares simple strategies for better sleep like mouth tape, breathwork techniques for stress management, and how to optimize breathing during exercise. He also talks about the role of posture in breathing properly, and reveals the new science on the benefits of nasal breathing.

(00:00:39) Why We’ve Lost the Ability to Breathe Properly

(00:11:47) The Impact of Industrialized Foods on Respiratory Health

(00:21:25) Sleep Solutions: How to Create Better Breathing Habits for You & Your Kids

(00:38:11) Benefits of Nasal Breathing for Stress Relief, Reducing Anxiety & Exercise

(00:47:56) Posture for Better Breath & The Science Behind Nasal Breathing

Resources:

• Click here for full show notes

• Website: mrjamesnestor.com

• Read: Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor

• Instagram: @mrjamesnestor

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