In the wake of the pandemic, there’s a noticeable surge in people prioritizing fitness and health. Many are using technology to monitor metrics like heart rate, calories burned, and sleep duration. However, one aspect that’s harder to quantify is stress, a significant health factor. Chronic stress is linked to heart disease, high blood pressure, anxiety, depression, and diabetes, as highlighted by the National Institute of Mental Health.
While managing stress isn’t straightforward, research indicates that deep breathing exercises can help. It’s essential to understand that deep breathing complements medical treatments; it doesn’t replace them. To understand how deep breathing can supplement your health routines, delve deeper.
Dr. Baxter Bell emphasizes that breathing exercises are side-effect-free and can be practiced anytime. For insights on using breath as a tool to reduce stress and enhance focus, check out an article by Becky Upham on everydayhealth.com.
