Chapter
The Importance of Carbon Dioxide in the Body
31:28 - 38:53 (07:24)
The regulation of carbon dioxide is crucial for maintaining proper brain function and preventing states of panic and anxiety. It opens hemoglobin cages and allows oxygen to be delivered to cells and tissues in the body.
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Hemoglobin is a protein that binds to oxygen in the bloodstream, but carbon dioxide is essential to its ability to deliver oxygen to tissues, as it triggers the release of oxygen from hemoglobin's cage-like shape.
31:28 - 34:44 (03:16)
Summary
Hemoglobin is a protein that binds to oxygen in the bloodstream, but carbon dioxide is essential to its ability to deliver oxygen to tissues, as it triggers the release of oxygen from hemoglobin's cage-like shape.
ChapterThe Importance of Carbon Dioxide in the Body
EpisodeHow to Breathe Correctly for Optimal Health, Mood, Learning & Performance
PodcastHuberman Lab
Carbon dioxide levels in the body can affect pH levels and has an impact on oxygen availability to tissues.
34:44 - 37:22 (02:37)
Summary
Carbon dioxide levels in the body can affect pH levels and has an impact on oxygen availability to tissues. When exhaling, carbon dioxide is taken from the bloodstream back into the lungs.
ChapterThe Importance of Carbon Dioxide in the Body
EpisodeHow to Breathe Correctly for Optimal Health, Mood, Learning & Performance
PodcastHuberman Lab
Carbon dioxide can regulate brain state, causing states of anxiety or panic.
37:23 - 38:53 (01:29)
Summary
Carbon dioxide can regulate brain state, causing states of anxiety or panic. Deep inhales and exhales can increase autonomic arousal and the activity of the overall sympathetic nervous system, leading to increased alertness.