Breathing Techniques to Reduce Stress and Anxiety | Dr. Andrew Huberman on the Physiological Sigh


Summary

Research on breathing patterns reveals a technique to effectively offload carbon dioxide, reducing stress. The double inhale technique can help maximize carbon dioxide release from the body. Taking two or three deep breaths of physiological size can induce relaxation and aid in falling asleep. Exhales play a crucial role in driving heart rate down and triggering relaxation responses in the body.


Studying Stress in Humans

Research on patterns of breathing to manage stress in real-time.

Physiological Side of Breathing

Discovery of a breathing pattern by Professor Jack Feldman and colleague Mark Krasnow that helps offload carbon dioxide effectively.

Double Inhale Technique

Explanation of the double inhale technique to offload maximum carbon dioxide from the body.

Benefits of Physiological Size Breaths

The effectiveness of two or three physiological size breaths in inducing relaxation and aiding in falling asleep.

Significance of Exhales

The role of exhales in driving heart rate and creating relaxation responses in the body.

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