Breathe to release the pressure
Hypertension, known as the "silent killer," affects nearly one in three adults. This modern scourge, often linked to stress, a sedentary lifestyle, or an unbalanced diet, continues to gain ground.
But what if the solution wasn't just in medication or drastic diets? What if your breathing could become your best ally?
In this article oncoherent breathing hypertension, we explain how this breathing method can make a difference.
The link between coherent breathing hypertension
To understand why coherent breathing on high blood pressure, you first need to understand how it works. During a coherent breathing session, by breathing at a rate of 6 cycles per minute, you synchronize your breathing with your heart rate.
This resonance activates the parasympathetic nervous system (the vagus nerve)—the system that calms and relaxes the body.
The effects on hypertension are manifold:
- Stress reduction: One of the main causes of high blood pressure is chronic stress. By calming the mind, you reduce blood pressure.
- Improved heart rate variability (HRV): High HRV is a sign of good cardiovascular health.
- Decreased cortisol levels: Excessive levels of this stress hormone contribute to increased blood pressure.
Strong evidence
Numerous scientific studies support the impact of coherent breathing managing hypertension. For example, astudypublished in 2022 in the journal Clinical Hypertension shows that coherent breathing exercises coherent breathing systolic blood pressure by approximately 20 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure by approximately 10 mmHg.
In most of these studies, coherent breathing exercises coherent breathing practiced daily, for approximately 20 minutes per session, with 1 or 2 sessions per day for 8 weeks.
To learn more about the science behind this topic, you can watch our webinarAll About Cardiac Coherencewith a neuroscience researcher from INSERM and download our full report:The Science of Breathing to Relieve Stress Symptoms.
How can you practice coherent breathing manage your stress?
coherent breathing a very simple method. Although it does not involve anymajor risks, it is important to establish good practices from the outset:
- Get comfortable: Sit down in a quiet place.
- Follow the 5-5 rhythm: Breathe in through your nose for 5 seconds, breathe out through your mouth for 5 seconds.
- Ideally, repeat for 20 minutes: Scientific studies have shown greater benefits with longer sessions compared to 5 minutes of practice.
The hardest part of coherent breathing is maintaining it over time. It is essential to equip yourself with a tool to make the practice easier.
Neoflo tip: If counting stresses you out or distracts you, we recommend using the Neoflo breathing belt to guide you. It is the most advanced tool for effortlessly practicing coherent breathing long sessions.
Thanks to its dynamic vibro-tactile guidance, the neoflo belt synchronizes your inhalations and exhalations, helping you to free your mind and fully enjoy your breathing.
The benefits of neoflo for your heart
Thanks to its dynamic and immersive touch technology (patent pending), the neoflo belt is an ideal tool for practicing coherent breathing . It accompanies you during your sessions, wherever you are—at the office, on public transportation, or at home. Its advantages:
- Precise guidance: No need to count anymore, just follow the vibrations.
- Complete relaxation: Combine breathing and muscle relaxation for maximum effect.
- Simplicity: No screen, no noise. Just you and your breathing.
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When and why practice?
If you don't have much time, coherent breathing be practiced in 5-minute sessions, but keep in mind that the effects on high blood pressure are greatly increased with longer sessions (~20 minutes). Incorporate it into key moments of the day:
- In the morning: To start the day with a calm mind and controlled tension.
- Before a stressful meeting: To avoid anxiety-related pressure spikes.
- Before bedtime: To release accumulated tension and promote restful sleep.
coherent breathing, a complement to conventional treatments
Of course, coherent breathing means coherent breathing medical treatment for hypertension. But it is an effective complement, validated by healthcare professionals, to enhance the effectiveness of other approaches.
What if you could use your breath as a weapon against high blood pressure?
Hypertension is a silent battle, but you have tools at your disposal to fight it. coherent breathing, simple and accessible, offers a natural solution to reduce your stress, improve your cardiovascular health, and regain control. With theneoflo breathing belt, this practice becomes even easier and more enjoyable.
So don't wait any longer: breathe in, breathe out... and release the pressure!
