225 Using Mouth Tape for Better Breathing

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Have you ever heard of "mouth taping"? Wondering if it's the real deal? Does it actually work?

As a Body Nerd Show listener, you might remember previous episodes I’ve done on breathing, including episode 140 with renowned breathing expert Patrick McKeown.

Now, as much as I love sharing only what I've personally tried and tested, let's give credit to my husband for this one. His venture into mouth taping gave me a first-hand account of how it can decrease snoring and improve energy throughout the day.

So, here's the big question: Does science back this up? Should we all be taping our mouth shut at night? Well, if you’ve been feeling out of breath, snore like a lumberjack, and feel tired even after multiple cups of coffee - you might want to consider it.

Of course, this isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. Talk to your doctor first - but if you're looking for a non-invasive approach to optimize your breathing and overall well-being, mouth taping might just be the thing.

You’ll learn:

The science behind mouth taping
Surprising benefits of breathing through your nose
An easy breathing exercise to help you decongest your nose in just a few minutes

All the links:

Hostage Tape - mouth tape brand my husband swears by
The Breathing Cure: Develop New Habits for a Healthier, Happier, and Longer Life by Patrick McKeown
Behavioral and Psychological Approaches to Breathing Disorders by Beverly H. Timmons, Ronald Ley
The impact of mouth-taping in mouth-breathers with mild obstructive sleep apnea: a preliminary study." Healthcare. Vol. 10. No. 9. MDPI, 2022.
Role of the nasal airway in regulation of airway resistance during hypercapnia and exercise. Second-Place Resident Award at 1982 Research Forum." Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery: official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery 92.3 (1984)
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