New research shows that nasal breathing does more than supply oxygen, it activates brain regions tied to memory, focus, and decision-making.
✨ Inhaling through the nose stimulates the limbic system, improving recall and emotional regulation.
✨ It helps synchronise brain rhythms for sharper learning and clearer thinking.
✨ Mouth breathing, by contrast, bypasses these pathways and reduces efficiency.
For students, professionals, and leaders, this means a simple shift like breathing through your nose can boost cognitive performance and keep you calmer under pressure.
Because better breathing doesn’t just help your lungs.
It helps your mind work at its best.
References:
Zelano et al., 2016 – Northwestern University
Arshamian et al., 2018 – Karolinska Institute
Nakamura et al., 2018 – PLOS ONE
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