# 256: Patrick McKeown, Breathing Expert & Author: The Breathing Cure for Better Sleep (UARS, Apnea, Mouthbreathing, and more!)

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Podcast: [The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-sleep-is-a-skill-podcast-1219741)
Published: 2026-02-27T16:49:11+00:00
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## Resource

Patrick McKeown is an internationally recognized breathing expert and author, specializing in functional breathing, sleep, and mental health. Over the past two decades, he has helped thousands of people worldwide improve their sleep, health, and performance through the science of optimal breathing. Patrick’s latest book, The Breathing Cure for Better Sleep, brings together cutting-edge research and practical tools to help people overcome snoring, sleep apnea, insomnia, and restless sleep through simple but powerful breathing techniques. His work combines science with real-world application, offering practical solutions for better rest, calmer minds, and healthier bodies. Patrick is also known for developing the Oxygen Advantage® and Buteyko Clinic breathing programs, and continues to train healthcare professionals, athletes, and everyday individuals on how to harness the power of breath — not only for physical performance but for deep, restorative sleep.

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