The Overlooked Importance of Breathing

Breathing is quite literally the essence of life. Every few seconds, our bodies perform this vital function automatically without any conscious effort on our part. We inhale oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide in a continuous cycle that sustains our very existence. Yet despite being so fundamental to our survival, breathing is something most of us rarely think about and often take for granted. With each breath, oxygen enters our lungs and diffuses into the bloodstream to be circulated throughout the...

The Surprising Health Benefits of Fresh Air

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic started and the world was asked to stay at home and avoid social interactions, our demanding schedules and hectic routines left little time to enjoy the great outdoors. In fact, according to some pre-pandemic government estimates, people in the United States spent, on average, 90 percent of their lives indoors. Being “cooped up” inside for extended periods can increase feelings of loneliness and isolation, which have been linked to higher risks for physical and mental...