The study of the respiratory system microbiome is a burgeoning field that has recently garnered significant attention.

You may understand the respiratory and digestive systems as separate entities but, in many ways, the two are intimately connected. For example, breathing provides oxygen to help your digestive tract ...

Circadian rhythms, the body's biological processes that repeat in 24-hour cycles, may have a significant effect on a person's lung function and, ultimately, help determine the best time of day ...

The human respiratory system is composed of a network of tissues and organs that enable the body to absorb oxygen from the air as well as expel carbon dioxide and other waste gasses. These functions ...

Simple daily habits—deep breathing, exercise, posture, and diet—can strengthen lungs, reduce infection risk, and improve overall wellness. (Image: Pexels) Our lungs spend whatever second ticking of ...

Research has linked handgrip strength to other health problems in older adults. Losing muscle strength as you age also means losing muscle strength in your respiratory system. However, little is known ...

Amid concerns about the simultaneous spread of multiple respiratory diseases, such as colds and influenza, with the change of ...