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Can breathing exercises help you lose weight?

Breathing exercises for weight loss – Healthline

Breathing exercises have long been used in Eastern cultures to promote relaxation and well-being. Recent studies suggest these practices may also reduce stress and improve focus. Some even claim they can aid weight loss.

While breathing exercises like deep breathing, alternate nostril breathing, and diaphragmatic breathing can promote relaxation and reduce stress, there’s limited scientific evidence directly linking them to significant weight loss.

While stress can contribute to weight gain, and reducing stress may indirectly support weight management efforts, breathing exercises alone are unlikely to cause substantial fat burning.

It’s important to note that incorporating breathing exercises into a healthy lifestyle, which includes a balanced diet and regular physical activity, may contribute to overall well-being and indirectly support weight management goals.

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