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Lung Size and Respiratory Health
1:18:26 - 1:23:34 (05:07)
Research has found that people with larger lungs tend to live longer than those with smaller lungs, even if the larger lungs were obtained through transplant. This emphasizes the importance of deeper and stronger breathing for overall health.
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Lung capacity and respiratory health are leading markers of death, even more so than genetics.
1:18:26 - 1:20:15 (01:48)
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Lung capacity and respiratory health are leading markers of death, even more so than genetics. There is research that suggests the potential for extending life based on the size and capacity of your lungs.
ChapterLung Size and Respiratory Health
Episode1060 The Truth About Breathing & Why You’re Doing It Wrong w/James Nestor
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Research has shown that people with larger lung capacity tend to live longer than those with smaller lung capacity, and that even people who have had double lung transplants tend to have longer lifespans if transplanted with larger lungs.
1:20:15 - 1:23:34 (03:18)
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Research has shown that people with larger lung capacity tend to live longer than those with smaller lung capacity, and that even people who have had double lung transplants tend to have longer lifespans if transplanted with larger lungs. However, while breathing is important, it isn't the only factor that affects longevity.