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Blowing Conch Shells Reduces Sleep Apnea Symptoms

8/29/2025

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A study in ERJ Open Research indicated that blowing a conch shell improved sleep apnea symptoms over six months.
Participants practicing shankh blowing experienced 34% less daytime sleepiness and fewer apnea episodes than a deep breathing group.
This technique may strengthen airway muscles and serve as a low-cost alternative to CPAP machines.
Additional research is planned to confirm these results in a larger population.

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A study in ERJ Open Research indicated that blowing a conch shell improved sleep apnea symptoms over six months.
Participants practicing shankh blowing experienced 34% less daytime sleepiness and fewer apnea episodes than a deep breathing group.
This technique may strengthen airway muscles and serve as a low-cost alternative to CPAP machines.
Additional research is planned to confirm these results in a larger population.