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CellWell record HH-16331

Effects of slow-paced breathing and humming breathing on heart rate variability and affect: a pilot investigation.

Woo M; Kim T

Physiology & behavior ยท 2025

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A pilot study found both slow-paced breathing and humming breathing significantly increased heart rate variability and relaxation compared to rest, with no significant difference between the two techniques.

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