The 4-7-8 breathing technique, also known as “relaxing breath, | D. Oiling Haven: The Informative Platform

The 4-7-8 breathing technique, also known as “relaxing breath,” involves breathing in for 4 seconds, holding the breath for 7 seconds, and exhaling for 8 seconds.

Dr. Andrew Weil teaches the 4-7-8 breathing technique, which he believes can help with the following:

- reducing anxiety
- helping a person get to sleep
- managing cravings
- controlling or reducing anger responses

Dr. Weil is a celebrity doctor and the founder and director of the University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine.

Source:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324417