When having an asthma attack, the bodies first instinct is to breathe more. But according to That's Fit, the key for asthmatics -- and everyone else for that matter -- is breathing less. Hyperventilation is linked to a number of health problems and it's believed that if people can slow their breathing, they'll be healthier overall especially asthmatics. The solution? It's called The Buteyko method and it's a series of exercises that people can do to improve their breathing. And in clinical trials, use of broncodilators dropped 90% and use of inhaled steroids dropped by 50% when the method was employed. That's pretty promising, huh?
If you're interested in learning more about the method, check out this article.
1. Breathe
“Ilchi Lee believes that a habit of good breathing can prevent much unhappiness. So, if you become emotionally upset, do not try to analyze your situation by thinking. Instead, focus on your breathing. This is much easier and more effective. Stop thinking for a moment and concentrate on your breathing. Deep breathing will quiet your emotions and enable you to better assess your circumstances.” -SRV
Posted at 2:55PM on Jul 28th 2007 by Mike