Health Tip of the Day: Take a Deep Breath

One of the quickest and most effective ways to calm your nervous system is right in front of your nose -- literally. Conscious and deep breathing can affect your health more than you might think. It does not require time, money or tools, but the effects can be far-reaching. Deep breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system. The parasympathetic nervous system calms the functions of the body and, after its action, returns it to a state o…