Breathing – it’s something many of us take for granted. We don’t really need to think about it; it just happens. There are times, of course, when we might be more mindful of the way we breathe, perhaps during a yoga class or while meditating. But in the main, it’s just going on in the background for the vast majority of us. Good respiratory health is vital for overall well-being and bodily function. Our lungs ensure the efficient exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide and provide a defence against infection. Reduced or poor respiratory health can affect daily activities, nutritional intake and status, often leading to a significant reduction in quality of life.