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108. The Science of Breathing

We all do it without even thinking, but how much control do you have over your breathing and are there benefits to taking deeper, slower breaths? Luke looks at the calming effects of carbon dioxide, and explains the physical changes that happen inside your body when you sigh.

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08.00 2 Mar 2023


108. The Science of Breathing



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08.00 2 Mar 2023


We all do it without even thinking, but how much control do you have over your breathing and are there benefits to taking deeper, slower breaths? Luke looks at the calming effects of carbon dioxide, and explains the physical changes that happen inside your body when you sigh.


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