Deep Breathing — The Truly Essential Exercise

Many Eastern cultures have long recognized the importance of breathing to cultivate a positive relationship between the body and the mind, one that results in a more tranquil state of being and a more resilient physiology.  Yoga, qi-gong and t’ai chi are such healthy practices in large part because they combine deep breathing and movement to support a steady central nervous response.

This provides at least a partial clue as to why Asian women report fewer menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes. Several studies on women during the menopausal transition show that paced breathing and other relaxation techniques reduce both frequency and severity of hot flashes. This is noteworthy because there are no adverse effects to deep breathing!

And this is also important when you are trying to lose weight and burn fat. Read Entire Article Here.