Spo2 normal range - #19526
Lately, I’ve been feeling a little more breathless than usual, especially after walking up stairs or doing light exercise. I never really paid attention to my oxygen levels before, but a few days ago, I checked my pulse oximeter out of curiosity. My SpO2 reading was around 94-95%, which seemed low to me, but I wasn’t sure if it was normal. I’ve always assumed that anything above 90% was okay, but after searching online, I found different opinions about the SpO2 normal range. Some say it should always be 98-100%, while others say 95% is still fine. Now I’m just confused. I don’t have any diagnosed lung conditions, but I do get allergies sometimes, and my nose is often blocked at night. Could that affect my SpO2 normal range? I also tend to breathe through my mouth while sleeping, which I think might be making things worse. My diet is decent, but I don’t focus much on iron-rich foods—could low hemoglobin be affecting my oxygen levels? Another thing is, my SpO2 normal range drops slightly when I’m lying down, sometimes to 92-93%. Is that normal, or should I be concerned? I don’t feel dizzy or anything, but I do wake up feeling a bit tired. Could poor lung function or weak prana energy be causing this? I know Ayurveda focuses a lot on breath control and lung strength, so are there any specific pranayama techniques or herbal remedies that can help maintain a healthy SpO2 normal range? I’ve also been hearing about how stress and anxiety can reduce oxygen levels. I have a busy work schedule, and I do feel tense most of the time. Could that be a reason my SpO2 normal range isn’t consistently high? If so, what are some Ayurvedic ways to improve oxygenation naturally? Should I focus on certain foods, breathing exercises, or lifestyle changes? At what point should I actually worry about my oxygen levels? And how do I know if this is just temporary or something that needs medical attention? Any Ayurvedic insights would be really helpful!
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