Buteyko Clinic International

Patrick McKeown sits down with Dr. Tim Hughes, an anaesthetist, advanced breathwork instructor, and co-founder of The Breath Doctors. Tim uses breathing to calm patients before surgery and himself before he walks through the hospital doors. A conversation about performing under real pressure—and how something as simple as breath can be the difference.

Patrick McKeown and James Nestor meet face-to-face for the first time to discuss the science of breathing, functional breathing methods, and how nasal breathing transforms sleep, health, and well-being. After years of correspondence—Zoom calls, Instagram Lives, emails, voice notes—they finally sit down together. What was meant to be one episode ran long. They kept talking well into dinner. EPISODE...

What if the key to running further, calmer, and healthier wasn't in your legs — but in your nose? In this episode, Patrick McKeown sits down with Dr. Bill Hang: orthodontist, airway pioneer, and marathon runner approaching his 80th birthday. After hearing Patrick speak 15 years ago, Bill made two decisions that changed his life — taping his mouth at night and running with his lips sealed. He's sin...

In this short, on-the-go episode, Patrick McKeown shares key insights on breathing as he reflects on a recent visit to physiotherapist Kelly Starrett in San Francisco. Patrick explores how breathing affects athletes, children, and women , with a special focus on sleep and the stress response. He explains why exercise-induced bronchoconstriction is often driven by over-breathing, why nose breathing...

Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired—even when your sleep study says you’re “fine”? This episode will completely change how you think about breathing, sleep, and fatigue. Patrick McKeown sits down with Ronda Holman, dental assistant of 27 years, airway health advocate, and self-described “recovering mouth breather” and “former floppy tongue owner.” Ronda shares how she reached age 37 wit...

In this short episode, Patrick McKeown explains how nasal breathing, nitric oxide, and breathing less air can dramatically improve asthma control. You’ll learn simple tools like the nose unblocking exercise , small breath holds , and the control pause —plus why mouth breathing can worsen inflammation, sleep, and dental health. Patrick also shares clinical evidence showing reduced coughing, wheezin...

Discover how modern life is reshaping our breathing, posture, and facial structure in this in-depth conversation between Patrick McKeown and renowned anatomist Tom Myers (Anatomy Trains). Tom shares insights from 50+ years of clinical practice and teaching, explaining: - How our “modern zoo” (agricultural → industrial → electronic age) creates a mismatch with our Paleolithic genes - Why chronic si...

Struggling with sleep apnea, poor sleep, or CPAP that doesn’t seem to fix everything? In this powerful conversation, Dr. David McCarty, author of Empowered Sleep Apnea, joins Patrick to unpack a new way of understanding and treating sleep apnea. Instead of treating sleep apnea as a simple “CPAP problem,” Dr. McCarty explains why it’s really a complex constellation of moving parts: Unstable breathi...

Are mouth breathing, poor sleep, and dental problems silently sabotaging your health? In this powerful conversation, Patrick McKeown (Buteyko breathing expert and author) sits down with Dr. Staci Whitman, a pediatric and functional dentist, to reveal how your airway, oral microbiome, and breathing habits can shape your sleep, energy, brain, and long-term health. You’ll learn: Why mouth breathing c...

In this NEW episode of the Buteyko Clinic Podcast, Patrick McKeown speaks with Professor Dave Singh (Stanford, craniofacial sleep medicine) about why the upper airway is a living system—not just a pipe—and how this controls sleep, breathing, and long‑term health. We cover: What good sleep really is (beyond “8 hours in bed”) Upper airway homeostasis – why the airway behaves like a dynamic, self‑reg...

Breathing plays a critical role in mental health, stress, and anxiety. In this talk for IMMH, Patrick McKeown, founder of the Buteyko Clinic, explains why up to 75% of people with anxiety and panic disorders experience dysfunctional breathing patterns. Patrick explores how chronic stress leads to over-breathing, mouth breathing, and irregular breathing habits that can trigger the body’s fight-or-f...

Join Patrick McKeown at the Vienna Airway Congress 2025 as he shares his powerful journey from childhood asthma to becoming a leading authority on breathing. Discover the surprising impact of nasal breathing on sleep, cognitive function, and overall health. Learn practical exercises and actionable advice for transforming your well-being—starting with your next breath!

Dr. Seb, a biological dentist, discusses his holistic approach to dental health, emphasizing the connection between oral health and overall well-being. He highlights the importance of airway and breathing mechanics, noting that issues like sleep apnea and upper airway resistance syndrome (UARS) often go undiagnosed. Dr. Seb explains how dental practices can identify these conditions through sympto...

Dr. Mark Burhenne reveals groundbreaking insights into how breathing, oral health, and facial development are interconnected. Learn about the critical role of nasal breathing, the oral microbiome, and why conventional dental care might be missing key health factors. Discover how mouth breathing affects sleep, mental health, and overall wellness in this eye-opening discussion. Key Topics: Sleep apn...

Patrick McKeown, a leading expert with 23 years of experience, delivered a comprehensive webinar on the Buteyko Breathing Technique, demonstrating how proper breathing can dramatically improve overall health and well-being. Key Insights: Breathing's Holistic Impact Breathing affects more than just respiration Influences mental health, sleep quality, and physical performance Poor breathing patterns...

Experience deep rest and hormonal harmony with this calming sleep meditation, specially designed for women navigating menopause. With soothing background music and gentle guidance from breathing expert Patrick McKeown, you’ll use simple nasal breathing techniques to quiet your mind, relax your body, and ease into restorative sleep. Let the music and breath work together to help you unwind, reduce...

Experience deep calm with this soothing 8-minute guided meditation led by Tiger Bye. Gently scan your body from crown to toes, releasing tension and grounding your awareness through mindful breathing. Set to soft, ambient background music, this session is ideal for stress relief, better sleep, or a moment of midday peace. With background music

Experience deep calm with this soothing 8-minute guided meditation led by Tiger Bye. Gently scan your body from crown to toes, releasing tension and grounding your awareness through mindful breathing. Ideal for stress relief, better sleep, or a moment of midday peace—no music, just pure guidance into total relaxation. No music.

Discover the power of rest through this transformative 20-minute Yoga Nidra practice, guided by experienced instructor Tiger Bye. Designed to melt away stress and restore inner balance, this meditation gently leads you through body awareness, breath connection, and deep sensory relaxation. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned practitioner, this session offers a peaceful retreat to help you rechar...

Struggling with insomnia or racing thoughts at night? This guided sleep meditation combines gentle breathing with soothing green noise to help you fall asleep faster and sleep more deeply. Through slow nasal breathing and progressive body relaxation, this session: Reduces nighttime anxiety Calms the mind Activates your body’s sleep response Supports deep, restorative rest Green noise offers a calm...

This gentle guided meditation is designed to support women through the transition of menopause. Using proven nasal breathing techniques developed by Patrick McKeown, you’ll calm your nervous system, release tension, and ease into deep, restorative sleep. Let this soothing practice help you reclaim your nights and wake up feeling refreshed. Green Noise background.

Relax your body and calm your mind with this deeply restorative guided sleep meditation led by breathing expert Patrick McKeown . This session focuses on nasal breathing techniques scientifically proven to: 💤 Promote deep, natural sleep 🌿 Calm the nervous system 💨 Encourage slow, gentle breathing 🧠 Reduce bedtime anxiety and overthinking Using a combination of body scan , progressive relaxatio...

Drift into a peaceful night’s rest with this extended guided sleep meditation , enhanced by gentle soothing music to calm your mind and body. Led by breathing expert Patrick McKeown , this session teaches evidence-based nasal breathing techniques to help you: 🎵 Slow down racing thoughts 💨 Breathe calmly and deeply through the nose 😴 Fall asleep more easily and stay asleep longer 🌙 Relieve stre...

Discover how nasal breathing can transform your nights in this calming guided meditation with Patrick McKeown . Backed by science and soothing guidance, this session will help you: 🌙 Quiet a racing mind 💤 Relax the nervous system 😴 Improve sleep quality naturally 🌿 Learn gentle, effective breathing techniques Perfect for anyone who struggles with falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up ti...

Relax deeply with the calming power of nasal breathing and green noise. In this guided audio session with renowned breathwork expert Patrick McKeown, you’ll learn gentle, science-backed breathing techniques—set against the soothing backdrop of green noise. This version is ideal for anyone who prefers a tranquil soundscape to enhance focus, relaxation, and nervous system regulation. Benefits of thi...