65: Are You Breathing Wrong? – The Shocking Truth About Breathwork, Health & Healing with Sachin Patel

In this episode of Made for Health, Dr. Aaron Hartman is joined by Sachin Patel, a renowned health coach and functional medicine practitioner, to explore the ancient practice and modern science of breathwork.

Together, they dive into how intentional breathing transforms the body and mind—impacting the nervous system, immune system, lymphatic flow, and even trauma healing. Sachin explains how proper breathing patterns and tongue posture influence facial structure and overall health, while Dr. Hartman adds clinical insights and personal stories from his own practice.

Listeners are introduced to practical breathwork techniques they can begin using immediately, along with a deeper understanding of why nasal breathing, mindfulness, and emotional integration are essential for holistic well-being.

✅ Show Highlights:

• The ancient roots of breathwork and its resurgence in modern health practices
• How breath influences the nervous, immune, and lymphatic systems
• Breathwork’s role in trauma release, stress resilience, and anxiety reduction
• The surprising connection between breathing patterns and facial structure
• Why nasal breathing and tongue posture are critical for health
• Practical techniques you can start practicing today
• Breathwork as a foundational, accessible tool for both physical and mental health

💡 In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• How dysfunctional breathing contributes to stress and chronic illness
• Why breathwork is a bridge between mind, body, and emotions
• Practical exercises for calming the nervous system and improving energy
• How breath can accelerate healing and enhance overall performance
• Simple ways to integrate breath awareness into everyday life

🌐 Resources & Links:

• Sachin Patel – Official Website: https://thelivingproofinstitute.com
• Instagram – Sachin Patel: @thesachinpatel
• Dr. Aaron Hartman – Richmond Functional Medicine: richmondfunctionalmedicine.com
• YouTube – Aaron Hartman, MD: @AaronHartmanMD
• LinkedIn – Dr. Aaron Hartman: Connect Here

🎧 Closing Call to Action:

👉 Breath is free, powerful, and always available. Subscribe to Made for Health to keep learning how foundational practices like breathwork can transform your life—and share this episode with someone who needs the reminder to pause and breathe.