Combat Allergies and Support Your Health with Proper Breathing

Along with allergies comes congestion, mouth breathing, and disrupted sleep. But did you know that nasal breathing plays a crucial role in your overall health?

Breathing through your nose isn’t just about comfort—it helps filter allergens, humidify the air, and promote optimal oxygen exchange. Chronic mouth breathing can lead to sleep disturbances, fatigue, and even impact facial and airway development over time.

In this issue, we’ll explore how nasal breathing supports health, what to do when allergies interfere, and simple strategies to keep your airway clear as the seasons change.

How to Encourage Nasal Breathing

✅ Manage Allergies Proactively – Rinse nasal passages with saline, use air purifiers, and consult an allergist if symptoms persist.

✅ Practice Nasal Breathing Exercises – Simple techniques can help retrain the muscles to support proper breathing.

✅ Check for Airway Obstructions – If chronic congestion is an issue, an evaluation with an ENT or orofacial myofunctional therapist may be beneficial.

✅ Consider Myofunctional Therapy – Strengthening the tongue and facial muscles can improve nasal breathing and overall airway health.

Allergies don’t have to mean months of poor sleep and mouth breathing. By addressing nasal congestion and retraining breathing habits, you can support long-term health and wellness.

Want to learn more? Schedule a consultation to see how myofunctional therapy can help you or your child breathe better this season!