Benefits of Nasal Breathing

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1. Warms, moistens and filters the air
2. Regulates (slows) airflow because of nose’s intricate structures
3. Traps large particles with the nose hairs and small particles via mucous membranes
4. Provides a sense of smell
5. Retains some moisture from exhaled air, preventing nasal dryness
6. Facilitates inhalation of nitric oxide – a vasodilator and bronchodilator that increases oxygen transport throughout body
7. Allows correct position of tongue
8. Facilitates correct action of diaphragm
9. Promotes activity of the parasympathetic nervous system, which calms and relaxes the body, slows breathing and heart, promotes digestion
10. Prevents cold, flu, allergic reaction, hay fever, irritable coughing
11. Reduces likelihood of snoring and apnoea

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The health benefits of nose breathing

Nasopharyngeal Airway

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