Perhaps the most unsettling part of the book is Nestor’s exploration of why our faces are getting smaller. He blames soft modern diets and mouth breathing for the epidemic of crooked teeth, snoring, and sleep apnea. He references the work of orthodontists like Dr. John Mew (creator of "Mewing") and Dr. Egil Harvold to show that breathing patterns actually change the physical structure of the skull.
Most breathing advice focuses on the inhale. Nestor flips this on its head. He explains that breathing slower and extending the exhale shifts the nervous system from "fight or flight" (sympathetic) to "rest and digest" (parasympathetic). He cites studies of the "Tummo" breathing practiced by Tibetan monks, who can raise their body temperature using specific exhalation techniques. James Nestor Respira Pdf
According to the findings in James Nestor's official summary , effective breathing is the "missing pillar of health" alongside diet and exercise. Medium·Nishith Goyal Perhaps the most unsettling part of the book
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before changing your breathing patterns if you have underlying health conditions. John Mew (creator of "Mewing") and Dr