Well it’s true! Do you know that your body can go nearly a month with no food and weeks with no water but without OXYGEN you will expire within minutes? OXYGEN is the #1 nutrient your body needs to properly function. The brain thrives on oxygen and uses 3 times as much oxygen than any other organ. Oxygen cleanses the bloodstream and rids the body of toxins and waste (carbon dioxide).

Such a crucial part of our existence and many of you are holding your breath even as you read this article. As life has dealt your hand, many situations have affected you breathing habits. You may suffer from too fast or rapid breath and the majority of you are suffering from shallow breathing. As you correct your breathing , increasing your energy and creativity, rejuvenate skin cells and fight heart disease among many other health benefits.

Shallow breath, to no breath at all is a common occurence as a result of anxiety, fear and depression. Rapid breathing is equally unhealthy and indicates an inbalance in your life. Abnormal breathing will affect EVERY aspect of your life. From your posture, to internal organ function to the texture and appearance of your skin and even the freshness of your breath.

Just like a plant, your body uses oxygen as well as hydrogen to keep your petals soft and your stems strong. And like a plants wilts and becomes discolored when you do not provide these essential elements, so will you. Your skin darkens, dries, and flakes. Organs shift, shrink or enlarge (with alcohol consumption) and all body systems will begin to disfunction or simply shut down all together. Here you will find breathing techniques to allow you to correct your breathing whether is has become shallow or rapid. As you learn to control your breathing you will be more in control in each moment of your life.