Rapid
breathing is usually a sign that you’re
stressed.
Now, research has found that what you
breathe out shows just how
stressed you are, reports
VancouverDesi.
Six markers were identified in the
breath as a way to measure
stress.
Two compounds in the
breath increase and four decrease with
stress, which could be due to changes in
breathing patterns.
But that’s not the only way breath helps assess your health.
How you breathe is a sign of your overall health!
“Everyone
breathes, but very few of us do it right. The last time you
breathed properly was probably at birth. And by the time you reached adulthood, your inability to
breathe correctly compromised your physical, emotional and
mental health. And yes, even your sexual performance,” says
FSP Health.
That’s why
breath profiling is becoming more important as it helps identify certain biomarkers associated with tuberculosis, multiple cancers, pulmonary disease and asthma, adds the
Times of India.
But don’t let this news stress you out.
Feel less stressed in minutes by focusing on your breathing
It’s as easy as sitting or standing in a relaxed position, then slowly inhaling through your nose, while counting to five in your head.
When you let the air out from your mouth, count to eight in your head. Repeat several times.
As simple as that.
You can even do it from your desk.
Try it today – you’ll be amazed at how easy it is to relieve stress by focusing on your breathing.