Alternate Nostril Breathing

Alternate nostril breathing may temper these symptoms. The suitability of any herb supplement for a condition is highly dependent on the individual and constitution. Please see your doctor before using this herb supplement to treat a medical condition.

• Mind, Stress & Sleep

  Anxiety, fear, uncertainty
  Frequent Stress
  Hyperactive when stressed
  Insomnia
  Intense emotions
  Irregular, tense breathing
  Overwhelmed by responsibilities
  Panic Attacks / Anxiety Attack
  Past emotional trauma
  Racing thoughts
  Rapid, shallow breath
  Tense muscles when stressed

• Heart, Blood & Circulation

  Irregular heartbeat

• Lifestyle

  Lack of exercise

• Bones, Muscles & Tendons

  Tense chest

Alternate nostril breathing may be harmful or contraindicated for these symptoms. Note this is not a complete list of all possible contraindications. Please see your doctor before using this herb supplement to treat a medical condition.

Avoid or modify if:

• Severe nasal congestion, sinus infection, or nasal polyps: Alternating nasal airflow against obstructed passages increases intranasal pressure and inflammation, potentially worsening pain, swelling, or infection.
• Chronic lung conditions (such as COPD or pneumonia): Structured breathing exercises or holding the breath can make breathing feel harder, trap air in the lungs, or reduce oxygen levels, which may worsen shortness of breath or discomfort.
• Acute respiratory infections (fever, flu, bronchitis): Controlled breathing and breath holds increase respiratory effort and oxygen demand when the lungs and immune system are already compromised.
• Severe anxiety, panic disorder, or PTSD (with long retentions): Breath retention alters CO₂-O₂ balance and autonomic tone, which can activate sympathetic responses and trigger panic or dissociation.
• Very low blood pressure or dizziness: Slow breathing enhances vagal tone and can further lower blood pressure, increasing the risk of lightheadedness or fainting.
• Recent stroke, brain injury, or seizures: Breath retention can cause fluctuations in cerebral blood flow and intracranial pressure, increasing neurological risk.
• Recent nasal surgery, facial injury, or frequent nosebleeds: Breathing through or pressing on the nose can irritate healing tissue, cause bleeding, or increase pain, so it's best to avoid alternate nostril breathing until fully healed or cleared by a doctor.
• Pregnancy (with long retentions): Breath retention reduces oxygen availability and alters abdominal pressure, which may stress both maternal circulation and fetal oxygenation.
• Immediately after heavy meals: Deep or regulated breathing diverts blood flow away from digestion and increases diaphragmatic pressure on a full stomach, leading to discomfort or reflux.

• Respiratory, Lung, Throat & Sinus

  Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD)
  Frequent Nose Bleeds
  Nasal Polyps
  Pneumonia
  Respiratory / Lung Infection
  Shortness of Breath
  Sinus Infection

• Mind, Stress & Sleep

  Dizzy / Light-headed
  Panic Attacks / Anxiety Attack
  Seizures

• Heart, Blood & Circulation

  Low blood pressure

Herb Drug Interaction Risk

• Muscle-relaxant: Do not combine muscle relaxants with antihistamines.