Breath : the new science of a lost art

Breathing properly is essential to our health and well-being, yet many people have lost the ability to do so, leading to serious consequences. Journalist James Nestor embarks on a global journey to uncover what went wrong and how to rectify it. Surprisingly, the answers lie not in medical labs but in ancient burial sites, secret Soviet facilities, choir schools, and polluted streets. Nestor investigates the hidden science behind traditional breathing practices like Pranayama and Tummo, collaborating with experts to test long-standing beliefs about our breathing. Modern research reveals that even minor adjustments to our inhalation and exhalation can enhance athletic performance, improve organ function, alleviate snoring, asthma, and autoimmune diseases, and even correct spinal issues. These findings challenge conventional wisdom about our most fundamental biological function. By drawing on thousands of years of medical knowledge and recent studies in various scientific fields, Nestor reshapes our understanding of breathing. This exploration promises to change the way you perceive and practice breathing forever.