Air is not Air

• NASAL breathing is the optimal way to get the best oxygen to our muscles, tissues and brain. It’s called the “Bohr Effect”. It allows for the release of oxygen from the red blood cells to be metabolized by the body., maintaining the proper balance of CO2 in our blood. 
• Our nose warms, humidifies and filters the air coming in before the air enters our lungs. 

• Nitric Oxide(NO) helps to dilate the blood vessels.  It is mainly produced in your nose. Mouth breathing does not produce any NO. Nitric oxide also has an antimicrobial effect on a broad spectrum of viruses, bacteria and fungi.
• Low levels of NO are associated with many health issues including severe Covid cases, asthma, hyperventilation and many more.

•  NASAL BREATHING has a greater exchange of oxygen than mouth breathing. The oxygen exchange happens in our alveoli between the branches 13-23. Mouth breathing does not fully use all of our alveoli. 

•  Periodontal disease-- Mouth breathing drys the gum tissues out creating more inflammation. This creates a very acidic environment which allows the bacteria to thrive and cause destruction.

1) Lower energy level

2) High Blood Pressure

3) Snoring

4) gingivitis/ halitosis

5) Craniofacial development in children

6) high palate

7) forward head posture

8) Periodontal disease