Rhythmic breathing is a simple breathing technique. It helps to have a regular basis for pranayama practice in people having shallow breathing. Rhythmic breathing follows breathing in a fixed rhythmic pattern where the ratio of inhalation, retention, exhalation, and retention remains around 2:1:2:1. It relaxes the body and reduces the wear and tear of internal organs.
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Kindly explain the benefits of breathing through the nose and mouth.
Query: Hi doctor, Please explain the benefits of breathing through the mouth and breathing through the nose. Is one better for the body than the other? Does it depend on activity that is, exercise? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Nose is considered as the primary organ for breathing. It warms, cleans and humidifies the inspired air and cools and removes water from the expired. It also adds quality to the speech production. During exercise, the function of the nose is bypassed. It is important for... Read Full »
Does practicing rhythmic breathing cause any harmful effects?
Query: Hi doctor, I have recently started practicing rhythmic breathing for peace of mind. The practice includes proper cycles of fast and slow breathing. I have heard that such a process might lead to hyperventilation and asthma problems. Further while doing the process I feel some tingling and vibration ... Read Full »
Dr. Amol Kumar Wasudeorao Diwan
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, I congratulate you for adapting breathing exercise. It is a scientifically proven exercise to control ventilation and calm down the mind. It is also helpful for people with breathing problems and asthma. In no way it is harmful to the body. It is not at al... Read Full »