HealthAugust 15, 2026
hyperventilation
HY-per-ven-ti-LAY-shun
Definition
The act of breathing at an abnormally rapid or deep rate, often used in breathwork practices to influence the nervous system.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek prefix 'hyper-' (meaning over or excessive) and the Latin 'ventilatio' (meaning air or fanning). It entered medical English in the 19th century to describe the state of excessive ventilation of the lungs.
In the news
The article suggests that intensive breathing exercises involving hyperventilation should only be attempted after a person has mastered fundamental nasal breathing and diaphragm control.
Better Breathing Could Transform Your Sleep, Stress Levels And Long-Term Health
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