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Deep Breathing Benefits: Deep breathing is a very easy and natural method. By doing this for just 5 minutes every day, you can feel calm and energetic throughout the day.

Deep Breathing Amazing Benefits: In today’s digital era, where every work is done on one click, the human brain is not able to function properly due to going on rest mode. Every second person is struggling with some mental problem. Due to routine and wrong eating habits, people have started feeling troubled not only physically but also mentally. Problems like stress, anxiety and panic have become common. In such a situation, the National Health Mission (NHM) advises people to practice deep breathing daily for mental peace.
Deep breathing is a very easy and natural method. By doing this for just 5 minutes every day, you can feel calm and energetic throughout the day. Regular deep breathing reduces stress, keeps the mind calm and improves mood. This also helps in better sleep and keeps the body fresh.
Benefits of deep breathing
According to experts, deep breathing increases the amount of oxygen in the body. This keeps blood pressure balanced, muscle tension reduces and heart beat remains normal. This practice helps in calming the mind and increases concentration. By doing this exercise for 5 minutes after waking up in the morning, the stress of the whole day can be reduced. The best thing about deep breathing is that it can be done anywhere and anytime.
How to do deep breathing?
Sit comfortably. Take a deep breath slowly through the nose and let the stomach expand outwards. Then exhale slowly through the mouth. While inhaling, count to 4, pause for a while and while exhaling, count to 6 to 8. Repeat this process for 5 minutes. This method relaxes the body and gives peace to the mind. This habit of a few minutes daily can prove to be very beneficial for mental and physical health. Keep in mind that this is not just for adults but people of all ages get benefits from it.
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