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In this episode of Healthy California, I’m coming to you from the highest city in the world—La Paz, Bolivia—where breathing takes on a whole new meaning.

We’ll explore what really happens when we breathe, how oxygen moves through the lungs and tissues, and why this simple act is the foundation of life. You can go weeks without food and days without water, but only minutes without air. We’ll dive into the many factors that can reduce oxygen delivery—altitude, tight clothing, pollution, smoking, sleep apnea, anxiety, and even anemia—and why they matter more than you think.

You’ll learn practical ways to support your oxygen levels naturally: deep breathing exercises, movement to expand your ribs, better posture, good nutrition, and restful sleep. Whether you live at sea level or the top of the Andes, breathing well means living well.

I’ll close with a reminder that love and connection are also part of healing—because love, like oxygen, sustains life.

“Love one another as I have loved you.” — John 15:12
Stay healthy, California. 🌿

References:

Faria, A., Allen, AJH., Fox, N., Ayas, N., and Laher, I. (2021). The public health burden of obstructive sleep apnea. DOI: 10.5935/1984-0063.20200111

Espiritu, JRD., (2021). Health Consequences of Obstructive Sleep Apnea. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-54146-0_3

Kim, Y.H., Warren, S.H., Kooter, I. et al. (2021). Chemistry, lung toxicity and mutagenicity of burn pit smoke-related particulate matter. Part Fibre Toxicol 18, 45. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12989-021-00435-w

I want to share a helpful resource with you—a free health questionnaire designed to pinpoint the areas in your life that need focus for optimal wellness. If you're interested, simply click the link in my show notes or visit www.heal-throughfood.com to access it.

Thank you for listening to Healthy California.

If you have tried all my suggestions and are still having trouble with your health, and would like an appointment with me, please email me, text, or call me via the contact information below.

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Linda Brown, MPT, Doctoral Candidate Functional Nutrition

916-426-2543

linda@heal-throughfood.com

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