The single easiest & most beneficial practice for any person wanting to improve their health. And, it feels very pleasant when done.
Exercising the diaphragm & intercostals is seldom discussed but, it promotes the foundation for all other metabolism (via improved pulmonary function) especially hypertension & gut-function (both via NO-2 production & parasympathetic stimulation).
Hmm, - Excess Glucose gums-up your body!... When sugar, starch or other foods that contain glucose are absorbed, the body uses them as fuel. BUT, they are also 'stuck onto' protein molecules to control their shape (protein glycosylation) - It's very (VERY) significant. An overload ofglucose makes unwanted & unusable shapes. It is dangerous if it continues over a 'long' time. What, when & how to eat is vital...