Hard to sleep? Try Breathing Techniques 4-7-8

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HEALTH - 4-7-8 breathing technique introduced by Dr. Andrew Weill of Arizona. He explained that this technique is actually inspired by yoga, really simple, not time-consuming, requires no equipment and can be done anywhere.

Dr.Weill also claims that the method can help people drowsy, even asleep within at least 60 seconds.

"Mechanical 4-7-8 acted as a" sedative "natural for the nervous system, by reducing stress and tension in the body," he said.

So, if you want to try, the following steps do breathing techniques 4-7-8:

1. Position the tip of the tongue on the roof of the mouth, just above the gum line of your teeth.
2. Exhale strong enough through the mouth until it "whooshing".
3. Close your mouth and inhale gently through the nose in a 4 count.
4. Hold your breath and then count to seven.
5. Exhale through your mouth in one breath, make a whooshing sound, this time for eight seconds.
6. Inhale again and repeat the cycle three times.

This technique allows the body to take in more oxygen, making the nervous system and promotes a more relaxed state of calm. This method can balance the nervous system, which is often more stimulated whenever you feel stressed.

4-7-8 breathing techniques can also help you toward the spiritual level, because it can help you establish a deeper relationship with the body and distract you from everyday mind, making the mind to rest and finally make the body sleepy.

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