The nose cleans, warms and humidifies air before it enters our lungs and by
controlling the volume of our exhale it also helps maintain the correct
balance of oxygen and carbon dioxide in our blood.
If we breathe out too quickly through the mouth, rapidly exhaling large
volumes of carbon dioxide, it can signal the brain to jump to the fight or
flight response, constricting arteries, making us nervous, anxious,
depressed, etc.
It's nice to let the nose help us breathe slowly, keeping our nervous system
relaxed and our bodies flowing efficiently with oxygen.
Take a few slow, even breaths through the nose and enjoy the relaxing
effects. Apply this as often as you can remember through your day!
Thank your nose!
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