“Thank you for diagnosing my problems overbreathing and deep breathing. I hope to do better.”
Lylla Brenton. Auckland. 31/03/99

“Buteyko has given me the knowledge and ability to have control over my asthma. I have recommended it to many people already as it is life changing. The tutor was wonderful, thank you Buteyko.”
Lauren McLachlan. New Plymouth. 18/06/99

“I’ve been asthmatic for all of my life. Doctors assume I know and understand what and why things happen. Usually I don’t. Since Buteyko my understanding of the processes causing asthma has increased to a level where I can more effectively manage my health by making better informed decisions. My asthma still exists but its consequences can be virtually eliminated.”
Blair Sutherland. New Plymouth. 18/06/99

“I’ve spent most of my life breathing through my mouth because my nose was always too blocked. I’ve used nasal sprays and asthma puffers to control the symptoms of asthma but they have always been a short term solution. With the Buteyko method, I learned how to clear my nose and keep it clear without drugs. Four weeks after starting the course I haven’t needed to use any Ventolin something unthinkable just a few weeks ago! If you haven’t heard of Buteyko before don't worry - you’re hearing about it now! Give it a try!”
Dave McKee. Wellington. 05/07/99

“I believe that the Buteyko method for normalizing breathing has a sound physiological basis and can and will continue to be a great help to those people with breathing disorders and related problems, who apply the techniques to themselves conscientiously to help overcome, perhaps many many years of bad breathing habits.”
Brian Harrison. Palmerston North. 04/07/99

“An excellent course for people who are prepared to take the time and effort to improve their health and quality of life I feel very positive about the Buteyko technique and what it has to offer for all ages. It gives people positive hope and confidence.”
Rose Aitken. Auckland. 04/08/99

“After 25 years of slowly getting worse and worse, finally a reversal of the trend. Buteyko could save this country millions and millions of taxpayers dollars.”
Wendy Rapp. Auckland. 15/8/97.

“Buteyko is simple, effective and totally safe method of asthma control. Not only does it greatly improve the quality of life of asthma sufferers; it has the potential to save the New Zealand taxpayer millions of dollars.”
Wendy Rapp. Auckland. 13/01/98.

“One week after starting Buteyko, I have been able to stop using Ventolin - even in situations that would previously have triggered my asthma - eg. paint fumes, cold, damp evenings or weather. I look forward to continued improvements.”
Julia van de Coolwyk. Auckland. 17/11/97.

“The technique is very simple, but does demand a time commitment, certainly in the initial stages. The logic of the basic physiology (oxygen, carbon dioxide balance) makes such perfect sense, and allows me to visualise what my body needs to achieve. I have gone from 8 Ventolin puffs a day to none: and will now begin reviewing my use of Pulmicort.”
Julia Van de Coolwyk. Remuera. 05/01/98.

“Any course of action which allows a person to relieve their asthma without ingesting any form of drug has got to be beneficial, not only to themselves but the overall health of the nation, both medically and financially.”
Denis Skeet. Auckland. 21/12/97.

"I feel ecstatic to finally find a natural way to control my asthma - to be drug free is something I had never dared to hope for."
Maria Binnie. Auckland. 28/6/96.

"I have successfully gone from using my Ventolin 2 -3 times in 24 hours, to not at all."
Maria Binnie. Auckland. 23/8/96.

“It really is possible to be almost completely drug-free.”
Maria Binnie. Auckland. 21/12/97.

“Two years after finishing a Buteyko course: A 100% decrease in Ventolin, a 50% decrease in Becotide, a 100% increase in general health and well being and I don't even do any exercises currently.”
Maria Binnie. Auckland. 20/10/98.

“Happy, Delighted, Grateful.”
Olive Meares. Snells Beach. 19/9/97.

"I feel the course has given me much more control over my asthma, the information to monitor my condition effectively and I am confident that I can greatly decrease my dependence on medication."
Linda Jackson. Whangaparaoa. 27/1/96.

“Using the Buteyko breathing exercises has enabled me to have a wonderful drug free method of improving my asthma problems and the confidence to venture into tramping and pursuits where I am out of range from medical assistance - very empowering.”
Linda Jackson. Auckland. 27/10/98.

“If you have resigned yourself its a life of medication and drugs. This method lets you take control of your asthma instead of the other way around. I recommend this to anyone whose life is affected by asthma.”
Bevan Donovan. Remuera. 04/09/98.

“This is something every asthmatic should be doing. It is without a doubt preferable alternative to a life of drugs and medication. Basically if you're an asthmatic it is a must.”
Bevan Donovan. Auckland. 10/11/98

“I wish I’d found out about this 20 years ago, all asthmatics should be made to do this course. They think that medication is the easy option. But it is not. Buteyko is.”
Shannon Ware. Northland. 12/12/97.

“I like the idea of monitoring my condition on a daily basis and controlling my asthma without the total dependency of drugs.”
Lorraine Kennedy. Whangarei. 08/12/97.

“The Buteyko breathing method is a must try for anybody who is serious about kicking the drugs and taking control of their asthma. I experienced noticeable relief on Day 2 of the initial course. On Day 2 I discontinued using my reliever.”
Robyn Greer. Auckland. 25/11/97.

“This technique taught me a far easier way to control the breathlessness. My life as much as it used to. By increasing the technique, I can get control far quicker than I used to.”
Margaret Priestley. Auckland. 22/12/97.

“I started with mild asthma at 21 years of age. Only got it when exercising or with a cold. At age 32 it got worse, then at 33 was using Ventolin 3 times a day for about 3 months before starting your Buteyko course. I never wanted to admit I was an asthmatic so never went on a preventative, thinking it would go away. I was very open minded about Buteyko and also skeptical. At the end of the Buteyko course I had no improvement so never offered to be on telephone list or anything like that. After finishing the required exercise time (can’t remember how many weeks), my asthma had completely disappeared. I didn’t tape my mouth after finishing the course and exercise now without any asthma. I breath religiously through my nose and haven’t done one breathing exercise since finishing the required exercise time you suggested. I have had asthma (mildly) once with a cold since the course in April. I think the Buteyko method is FANTASTIC!!!”
Janine Rutter. Remuera. 27/11/97.

“I hated taking Ventolin 3 times daily and it was worrying me that my Ventolin use was increasing. Started the Buteyko course very skeptical as to whether I was wasting my money. I found no immediate results, unlike others on my course but after doing 4 weeks of the breathing exercises and following the Buteyko rules, I now have no asthma and haven’t done since 4 weeks after the course.”
Janine Rutter. Auckland. 19/10/98.

“You get enormous benefits from minimal effort - great to feel less asthma, more energised, and less dependent on drugs.”
Dean Cooper. Remuera. 26/12/97.

“Buteyko is simple, effective and totally safe method of asthma control. Not only does it greatly improve the quality of life of asthma sufferers; it has the potential to save the New Zealand taxpayer millions of dollars.”
Wendy Rapp. Auckland. 13/01/98.

“I am no longer afraid to partake in physical activities. I’ve always been very active prior to getting asthma.”
Joyce Reid. Auckland. 29/01/98.

“I wish I had done this course when my niece suggested it 2 and half years ago. I am much better and able to control my asthma before it takes control of me. I have had only two puffs of Ventolin in 3 weeks.”
Pauline McGlinchey. Auckland. 31/08/98.

“My nose seemed clearer during and after the course.”
Chris Waring. Auckland. 23/08/98.

“I am so relieved to be able to control my asthma and intake of bronchodilators. I only hope the asthma Federation will support and promote it. It’s not much fun to be told by your doctor that your condition is one that you will have to put up with, with no relief. It has improved my outlook immensely and the quality of everyday life.”
Susan Bulmer. Auckland. 03/11/98.

“Lost 2 1/2 kilo’s in 5 days and have stayed the same. Chest pains gone.”
Lani Lopez. Takapuna. 06/11/98.

“I have become a Buteyko Bore! I am so surprised and delighted at the changes it has meant for my breathing and socialising I have to blurt it out to everyone. I used never to be able to go to dinner parties without feeling claustrophobic and wheezy - now I can be ‘normal’ and consequently enjoy myself much more.”
Alison Jones. Remuera. 28/10/98.

“After only two weeks from the start of the seminar I feel more relaxed and with an improved breathing condition.”
Allan O’Hearn. Auckland. 12/09/98.

“I was concerned about my use of inhalers and the effect that a cold or the flu had on me. I have had asthma for only 3 years (it developed after a bad chest infection) and have never previously had chest problems. I am very relieved to be feeling much better and taking less medication.”
Betty Welch. Lower Hutt. 22/11/97.

“The course has a sound physiological basis. Russell has a great laid back style and teaches from both professional, personal and family experience. Buteyko gives me an objective measure of my level of stress. Consistently practiced I am confident it will improve my breathing and my general health. Thank you for this opportunity to get my breath back.”
Kathleen Hunter. Lower Hutt. 27/09/98.

“Even the slight improvement would have made me happy. To cut down by 40% my nebuliser is behind belief after 10 years. I have been able to control condition I thought was terminal.”
Pauline Boils. Wellington. 24/11/97.

“Learning about asthma and how Buteyko techniques can affect your asthma enable you to get it under control. This ends up with you controlling your lives activities rather than asthma ruling your life. The Health Department should let every asthmatic do the course under preventative “medicine” and save the country millions of dollars in pharmaceutical costs!!!.
Trish Crosland. Wellington. 03/02/98.

“I have found that even though I am doing only about a third of the recommended exercises per day, already I am off all medication and steadily improving in my maximum pauses. This is over having had a terrible cold, starting during the course. I also have no cough, which I would usually have with a cold. I hope I can increase my maximum and control pause scores and gain even better health.”
Carol Hohauser. Wellington. 02/10/98.

“I am just thrilled I decided to do the Buteyko workshop! In the past I have had relief from asthma by following a restricted diet, through acupuncture and Chinese herbs, and through the practice of Chi Gong. But this technique is more immediately effective and offers greater hope of long term improvements than any other self help technique I know of. Buteyko training should be available to all asthmatics at a price they can afford. Discovering Buteyko has been amongst the most wonderful experiences of my life. As my condition continues forward to living a much fuller life than has been possible for years. For anyone who is wondering whether to do the workshop, I say go ahead, you’ll be so glad you did.”
Patricia Fraser. Wellington. 30/05/98.

“It is the most sensitive thing I have done to improve my health in the last 20 years.”
Colin Rush. Nelson. 14/06/98.

“Since attending the course I have not used a nebuliser. I have increased Prednisone but not to excess.”
Jean Maurice-Thorsen. Blenheim. 06/04/98.

“I felt the smaller group in Blenheim served me better than the Christchurch group. More time for individual interaction - more questions and answers. When I was struggling 13th Oct, answer service and Russell were both incredibly helpful and responsive to my plea for help.”
Doreen Boyd. Christchurch. 24/04/98.

“Gardening one day I had an allergic reaction to a tree (flower). I felt like giving up on work. Went inside and took my pulse (over 80) and Control Pause.(down to 12). Sat quietly and did some Shallow Breathing (2 x 5 mins) and was able to finish task - do some more exercises and not have to resort to medication and therefore felt better than if I’d had to contend with effects of reliever medication.
Fay Coxon. Christchurch. 30/01/98.

“It has been wonderful for me. I have only had one cold in the last year and it didn’t even go to my chest. Before, I seemed to be ill most of the time. I had been to hospital twice in the weeks before starting the course and not since. I have also dispensed with the bronchodilator machine at home.”
Yvonne Benson. Dunedin. 18/05/98.

“Russell sorry to hear your back is sick of all the travel. Interesting to read my North and South article, and hope some help for asthmatics may come of it. Whether Buteyko can be explained or not, it gives relief to many sufferers so needs further research no matter by whom.”
Doreen Boyd. Christchurch. 17/11/98.

In my opinion, the Buteyko technique is a good thing. I’m only sorry I never had it seventy odd years ago.”
Gordon McClennan. Auckland. 8/11/98.

“I am delighted to know there is a drug-free method I can use to control my mild form of asthma. Would have liked to have told had more positive relief for chronic rhinitis - have now resorted to taking ‘clorityne’ or ‘Zeldane’ most days, to control it”.
Olga Moule. Auckland. 05/11/98.

“Its benefits are such I wish all asthmatics could share them.”
Olive Meares. Warkworth. 4/11/98.

“It’s great to be in control oneself and not reliant on medication. I am very wary of drug use and their side effects. I know from personal experience that over-use of the Ventolin creates more difficulty in that you need more and more. I wonder why still one’s lung capacity as shown by peak flow meter doesn’t improve.”
Graham Spencer. Auckland. 2/11/98.

“It requires extreme discipline, which I have been able to muster in short bursts only. A cold or flu usually ends ability to continue. Buteyko method is too light on theory which makes it hard to explain to others.”
John Goldwater. Auckland.

“Before Buteyko my outlook with asthma was not good. Although the attacks were infrequent, they were becoming more severe and long lasting. I am so happy I discovered Buteyko and being able to become healthier and most of all ‘DRUG FREE’.”
Tui Mangos. Auckland. 15/11/98.

“Using the Buteyko breathing exercises has enabled me to have a wonderful drug free method of improving my asthma problems and the confidence to venture into tramping and pursuits where I am out of range from medical assistance - very empowering.”
Linda Jackson. Auckland. 27/10/98.

“If you have resigned yourself its a life of medication and drugs. This method lets you take control of your asthma instead of the other way around. I recommend this to anyone whose life is affected by asthma.” Bevan Donovan. Remuera. 04/09/98. “This is something every asthmatic should be doing. It is without a doubt preferable alternative to a life of drugs and medication. Basically if you’re an asthmatic it is a must.”
Bevan Donovan. Auckland. 10/11/98

“I have found the Buteyko method of asthma control, extremely beneficial and after needing to take preventer, inhalers daily for approximately 2 years. Now, I find that I do not need any inhalers at all. Thank you to all concerned.”
Joy Ruffell. Nelson. 05/11/98.

“I would recommend to anyone. The best thing is the feeling of control I now have over my asthma.”
Cathy Lochhead. Auckland. 28/10/98.

“I am grateful to have had the opportunity to learn this technique and would recommend it to anyone with breathing problems.”
Yvonne McRae. Tauranga. 03/11/98.

“The results were almost instant. I had been searching/trying alternatives for over a year with marginal success. The results from the Buteyko technique were very dramatic and I felt a huge improvement very quickly, even during the course. It has been very empowering to be able to control my asthma rather than asthma controlling me.”
Susan Blomquist. Tauranga. 30/11/98.

“I have more energy and don’t need my sleep during the day.”
Joy Hooper. Tauranga. 03/11/98.

“Brilliant. By the end of the course I used my reliever occasionally and felt a great improvement which has continued to the present day. My wife and I gave up being volunteer operators at the asthma centre because of the negative attitude of the people in charge - totally tied to medication.”
Roland Roach. Tauranga. 12/11/98.

“When Benjamin completed the course - many people commented on the tremendous improvement in his rugby. We thought he was a bit frightened of the action and hung back but after Buteyko there was no holding him back. We realise now that he had no breath and energy to keep up. Asthma is no longer the hassle. This summer I’d like to wean him off his preventer and see how he goes.”
Alison Gibb (mum). Hamilton. 30/11/98.

“It is wonderful. Simple, logic and it works straight away. No more fear, coughing, puffing, doctors, Prednisone, etc..”
Cornelia Winstanley. Hamilton. 25/10/98.

“People are mad if they don’t try Buteyko.”
John Moughan. Hamilton. 22/10/98.

“It has improved my asthma 100% and made me more confident. I play table tennis and I don’t get so tired and always breathe through my nose while playing now. Buteyko is the way to go for all asthmatics. I know quite a few people who have done the Buteyko course and all of them have improved heaps.”
Lorraine Albiston. Hamilton. 26/10/98.

“When using the Buteyko method my asthma almost clears up completely and my breathing becomes much easier.”
Peter Wilkinson. Hamilton. 27/10/98.

“On the introduction of the Buteyko technique only two months ago, I find with my daily practice which I have recorded, there is a general improvement for which I am grateful for.”
Allan O’Hearn. Hamilton. 31/10/98.

“Gets to the root of the problem, not just a palliative patch-up of the symptoms. Cured my son also.”
Michael Powell. Hamilton. 23/10/98.

“I believe that Buteyko should be taught to every asthmatic. I am delighted with the change in my breathing and the cost is so little, so few visits and no medication ‘till the old Becodisk Forte used up, not bad to get another script for it in all these months. I’m delighted to have the freedom from dependence on drugs to keep my breathing right. In fact I was becoming increasingly worse on the medication.”
Narina Hurst. Hamilton. 28/10/98.

“I cannot understand why Pharmac don’t support Buteyko in order to deal with the appalling asthma statistics and the cost of medication.”
Helen Fahey. Hamilton. 10/11/98.

“The improvement to my sleep through knowledge that I gained at my Buteyko course was incredible. I now sleep as I haven’t done in years. It was worth every penny. I am now much more aware of my breathing and how I am breathing.”
Paul Sargent. Hamilton. 03/11/98.

“Has a lot going for it if it is persisted with.”
Shirley Sanderson. Hamilton. 04/11/98.

“Buteyko - the method, teaching and results are a dream come true. Every facet of life has improved - and I can’t stop telling people about it. My dad is a doctor and he says that physiologically he cannot fault it and adds that it is logical why it works. Now I can look forward to being an old lady - before I thought I would not.”
Shelly Osborne. Hamilton. 23/11/98.

“After having asthma for 23 years and relying on drugs to ‘fix me’, I get a buzz every morning, waking up knowing I’m going to have a great day! I personally found the Buteyko method easy to follow and at last feel in control of my asthma instead of the other way around.”
Margaret Perry. Taupo. 13/11/98.

“Four weeks after completing the course our three month old baby died so I haven’t given Buteyko the time I should have. I really need to go through another course to get full gain from it I think. I still use it and I get my son to use it and we get benefit from it but I would love to benefit more.”
Pauline Prestidge. Hawera. 3/11/98.

“Having been asthmatic all my life, I regret that the Buteyko treatment was not available to me when I was much younger - I believe the benefit would have been much greater.”
Malcolm Cleaver. Hawera. 04/11/98.

“With a regular practice of the method it is certain to be beneficial.”
Ruth Powell. Hawera. 02/11/98.

“I took your blurb with a grain of salt but Buteyko has so far exceeded my best expectations. Relations that have since been on course also speak highly about their results. Learning to keep mouth shut (re breathing) at all times I believe has been very beneficial. “
Bill Hopkins. New Plymouth. 03/11/98.

“I try to concentrate at any convenient time shallow breathing and importantly Nose Breath. I am doing well - Thank you.”
Graham Meads. New Plymouth. 03/11/98.

“Naturally I was a little cynical at first but obviously interested in doing anything that could alleviate my 18 year dependence on drugs. I was free of medication within 2 weeks of completing the course.”
Garry Gray. New Plymouth. 20/11/98.

“Money wise, this is the best investment you will ever make. Any child with asthma should be taught the Buteyko method. Natural control of asthma is much better than medication long term.”
Marina Burt. New Plymouth. 24/11/98.

“Q. Does it work?
“A. Is the Pope Catholic?
Shaun Munford. Palmerston North. 27/11/98.

“All asthmatics should try it.”
Peter Haynes. Paraparaumu. 21/11/98.

“The Buteyko technique is not easy to learn. Nor is it easy to apply, but it always works to the extent that it is applied.”
John Wentworth. Nelson. 06/11/98.

“I feel it would be really good for true asthmatics. It has however, taught me to differentiate between heart related breathlessness and asthmatic generated.”
Margaret Potter. Paraparaumu. 03/11/98.

“Since completing the course in September 1996, I have never needed to use my Ventolin - even once.”
William Henderson. Paraparaumu. 04/11/98.

“It seems to have helped me.”
Ben Clayden. Lower Hutt. 03/11/98.

“asthma is no longer a word I fear. Through the technique I not only control my asthma, but for the first time I also understand it. The half hour or so a day it took to do the exercises was worth it, to no longer rely on my medication. Now, most of the time, it is simply a matter of breathing through my nose - SIMPLE!!”
Vivien Tennent. Lower Hutt. 04/11/98.

“I am extremely glad that I did the course as I am so much better and now feel in control of the situation. It was a shock to me to develop asthma at 60 and I found it very inhibiting. I persevere with the breathing (2-5 sets a day) depending on low I feel, because it is so beneficial.”
Betty Welch. Lower Hutt. 05/11/98.

“Life for 4 year old Stella before Buteyko: constant stomach cramps, vomiting, constant urinating (20 times a day), fretfulness, grizzling, coughing, waking up to 5 times a night and the dreaded asthma requiring hospitalisation on occasions. Buteyko has given Stella a real life. The returns on my investment in Buteyko have been beyond all my expectations.”
Anne Robertson (mother). Lower Hutt. 03/11/98.

“The Buteyko breathing has helped me especially if I feel an asthma attack coming I can then concentrate on breathing correctly and get relief immediately.”
Pauline Johnson. Christchurch. 30/11/98.

“Since completing the Buteyko course I very rarely need reliever an reduced the preventer and am in complete control of my asthma regardless of the situation my continuous coughing and short breath has gone especially in morning which was bad news.”
M. McKechie. Christchurch. 30/11/98.

“I think the Buteyko asthma control is good. I also think you must exercise regularly as well to keep the cardio-vascular system strong”
Robert Alexander. Christchurch. 29/11/98

“Learning Buteyko was simply the first of several steps I took to improve my health. Exercise, acupuncture, removal of amalgam fillings, massage, and nutritional supplements have all combined to help improve my asthma. Buteyko helped but wasn’t sufficient in itself - particularly since I didn’t practice regularly. I continue to tape my mouth when sleeping because its so easy to do and it seems to help.”
Bernice Anderson. Wellington. 28/11/98.

“The more people that use and understand Buteyko the better. I wish some of these money hungry doctors would open their eyes”
Ian Hughes. Palmerston North. 28/11/98.

“It is great to have control over asthma and not have it controlling me! I cant speak highly enough of the Buteyko technique or the results it gives. The people involved are pretty special too!!”
Coral Warner. Rotorua. 27/11/98.

“I feel strongly that Buteyko courses should be funded here by reducing asthma medication costs. Some people on each of the 2 courses I attended definitely showed some improvement. My doctor feels my peak flow is never very high because my lungs were possibly damaged years ago so this may be why my ‘maximum pause’ does not increase. Generally my asthma seems ‘exercise induced’ and when exercising I’m usually breathing through my mouth (which does not help the Buteyko technique). I’m trying to improve!”
Jan Jones. Wellington. 27/11/98.

“I am now virtually medication free. In the last four months I have medication twice. The last winter was the best winter I have had.”
Alan Ramsay. Palmerston North. 27/11/98

“Buteyko is beneficial if you are willing to use the exercises diligently.”
Peg Weir. Rotorua. 27/11/98

This is the most useful treatment and education that I have ever received regards my asthmatic condition. I now control my health instead of my health (asthma) controlling me. The Government should provide this course to every asthmatic and ultimately save billions of $$ they are giving to drug companies.”
Trish Crosland. Wellington. 26/11/98.

“I fully recommend this course for bringing your asthma under control. Like anything it requires time and effort. The bonus is that it is completely natural a birthright we as asthma sufferers have temporarily forgotten!”
Lesley Gideon. Wellington. 25/11/98

“It really works - Keep it up, you’re doing a great job.”
Beatrice Thomas. Lower Hutt. 22/11/98.

“Very good but time consuming for a farmer working 12-15 hours per day.”
Kevin Patterson. Timaru. 20/11/98.

“After a lifetime with asthma (not continuous), for instance, I thought I had outgrown it from 13-28 when I started getting attacks again. I recommend Buteyko to anybody rather than drugs which sometimes make you shake, apart from any other harm they may do.”
Thelma Hurst. Lower Hutt. 19/11/.98.

“After having asthma for 23 years and relying on drugs to “fix me” I get a buzz every morning waking up knowing I’m going to have a great day! I personally found the Buteyko method easy to follow and at last feel in control of my asthma instead of the other way around.
Magaret Perry. Taupo. 13/11/98

“I only wish others (like me) could benefit from Buteyko. It really has made a big difference. It’s almost too good to be true, but it is very much for me. It has allowed me to enjoy swimming which in itself compliments/enhances Buteyko.”
Galu Hunkin. Wellington. 10/11/98.

“I am a believer of Buteyko.”
Berris Smyth. Wellington. 09/11/98.

“Buteyko is the best drug-free way of dealing with my asthma that I’ve found. It’s simple and all you need to do is get into a routine of doing things. I can now enjoy more situations e.g. a night out, than I would have in the past.”
Paul Willoughby. Wellington. 04/11/98.

“I took your blurb with a grain of salt but results have far exceeded my best expectations. Relations that have since been course also speak highly about their results learning to keep mouth shut(re breathing) at all times I believe has been very beneficial.”
Bill Hopkins. New Plymouth. 3/11/98

“Buteyko is a wonderful discovery and should be taught to all asthmatics. My 2 daughters are asthmatics and find the shallow breathing of great benefit. A pity the medical profession won’t recognise its value.” Pauline Oliver. Lower Hutt. 02/11/98.

“I personally believe that the Buteyko asthma control technique should be practiced by all those suffering from asthma and should be adopted by the medical fraternity as solution to asthma. What other technique does away with the need for so many harmful drugs. I am so happy to be able to BREATHE without the aid of inhalers.”
Dorothy Mellor. Paraparaumu 31/10/98.

“My husband remarked the other day, that I had not bought any medication for asthma this year. He had noticed.”
Jennifer Keenan. Wellington. 31/10/98.

“The Buteyko asthma control technique has enabled me to dramatically reduced all my asthma medication.”
Michelle Dykes. Wellington. 30/10/98.

I exercise for 30 minutes every morning prior to breakfast - If I have problems, I increase this to twice a day. I have found the course a benefit and believe it to have helped me a lot. VALUE FOR MONEY.”
Ron Blackford. Auckland. 30/10/98.

“It’s definitely worth what you pay for. Best that I’ve felt since forever. Finally I can exercise without worrying about when my asthma will flare up. This course helped me a lot.”
Emma Philpott. Hamilton. 30/10/98.

“I am convinced of its usefulness and sad that it is not more widely used. I first heard about it 20 years ago in Science book/programme and am amazed that its only got to Aussie and USA in the last couple of years.”
Andrew Pope. Timaru. 30/10/98.

“I heard what Buteyko did for Con Barrell and thought it must be good, so I tried it. All I can say is, “Thank God for Con Barrell and Buteyko”.
Alan Brown. Timaru. 30/10/98

“It has worked very well for me. I have improved my breath holding technique from 20 seconds to more than 60 seconds. All the medication I was having was not improving the condition at all - I was just taking more of it.”
June Bastings. Wellington. 29/10/98.

“Buteyko Breathing Method is magic. I had tried many cures. Before Buteyko. None worked long term. Buteyko has relieved all symptoms of asthma. I am still an asthmatic but you wouldn’t know it.”
Noel Farmer. Lower Hutt. 28/10/98.

“Before going to the United Kingdom for 4 months in June, the Doctor checked me out and could find no asthma and to leave off using the inhalers. I did, I have had no ill effects at all and have not used any inhalers since June, but still do the spot of Buteyko, say 2-3 times a week.”
Valerie Trow. Nelson. 28/10/98.

“I believe that Buteyko should be taught to every asthmatic, I am delighted with the change in my breathing and the cost is so little so few visits and no medication till the old Becodisk Forte used up and not had to get another script for it in all these months. I’m delighted to have the freedom from dependence on drugs to keep my breathing right. In fact I was becoming increasingly worse on the medication”.
Narnia Hurst. Hamilton. 28/10/98.

“I have just worked out that the taxpayer is paying $140 a month less on medication for asthma than before I began Buteyko. Since I’ve taped my 5-year-old’s mouth at night, he sleeps better, has no more asthma symptoms and is eating really well. He asks for it each night because he knows it works!”
Patricia Fraser. Wellington. 28/10/98.

“Everyone should have the opportunity to do the Buteyko course.”
Rosemary Flanagan. Nelson. 27/10/98.

“This is a new invasive no side effect technique that is of obvious value to asthmatics. I don’t understand how it can be so easily dismissed by the medical profession, except to say that they are either non-asthmatics or those who are of closed minds.”
Terry Ryan. Timaru. 27/10/98.

“Buteyko opened my eyes to how addicted and reliant upon drugs I was. It gave me freedom from them and improved my health - All naturally.”
Jeremy O’Connell. Dunedin. 27/10/98.

“Buteyko does need some continuous work but it is not too time consuming and worth it to keep off medication.”
Carol Wheeler. Taupo. 27/10/98.

“To me, the Buteyko course meant a gateway to weight loss, improvement in overall fitness and lifestyle in general. I strongly recommend it to all those who cling to their relievers like life preservers.”
Daniel Wanigasekera. Hamilton. 27/10/98.

“This is a simple technique which should be taught to all children and adults with asthma. I am horrified that we are not using this method to reduce our national drug bill.”
Kathryn Parker. Auckland. 26/10/98.

“I found it a really great help and will keep it up since it has made a big difference to my health generally.”
Catherine Brown. Auckland. 24/10/98.

“On Sunday the 25th of October, I will be walking my 44th Marathon. I have to take extra Ventolin to do it. I used to be able to run but, at 79 years young, the body won’t let me anymore. I will be on my feet for at least 6 hours, but it will give me a big boost when I have finished.”
Norman Hillian. Auckland. 23/10/98.

“I believe the Buteyko exercises are a great way to control asthma. They have calming effect on panic attacks. Allow you to have a good nights sleep which in turn breaks the cycle of being over-tired and wheezy.”
Dorothy Strange. New Plymouth. 23/10/98.

“If you suffer from asthma, learn the methods.”
James MacFarlane. Motueka. 22/10/98.

“As you know I have Bronchiectisis which has not improved and there is infection there almost permanently. Antibiotics are now of little use in clearing it, only suppress it a little, and it keeps flaring mucus up. But with all that, what asthma I do get is very mild. I still find the tape of great help and also use it when having a sleep during the day. - Thank you for all your help.”
Althea Elliott. Auckland. 22/10/98.

“I cannot speak too highly of the real benefits. I have experienced from Buteyko: mastering the skill of reading while “shallow breathing” saves time which is never elastic.
Natalie Ballantyne. Dunedin. 22/10/98.

“In my 46 years on this planet there has been 5 very significant events that have affected my life in some physical mental or spiritual way of which Buteyko is one. Fresh air is still free - enjoy every God given breath.”
Paul Jamieson. Blenheim. 22/10/98

“I think it is a very good technique and every one with asthma should learn this drug-free method.”
Dhan Williams. Nelson. 21/10/98.

“Years of trying other techniques have left me to realise I was stuck with asthma. Now I have taken personal control of my wellness and have a quality of life I never thought possible.”
Julie Wright-Winslow. Auckland. 20/10/98.

“It’s a real shame the relevant authorities are so slow to recognise the power of the Buteyko method to improve the quality of life of asthmatics. Now I am practically an ex-asthmatic.”
Leila Corban. Auckland. 20/10/98.

“Alice’s asthma has definitely improve since she started doing the Buteyko course. She is now an active happy child and asthma no longer rules her life.”
Margot Sinclair (for Alice). Timaru. 20/10/98.

“The best long-term improvement on my asthma ever - after years of drug taking.”
Graham Collie. Auckland. 19/10/98.

“If adhered to as recommended, very helpful. I have always kept my preventer and relievers on hand. I use my preventer regularly.”
Jean Maurice-Thorsen. Blenheim. 19/10/98.

“My 10 year old son has practiced Buteyko for 2 years. The positive effect on his general well being continues to impress me greatly. I am pleased we took this step and will encourage my 2 other children to use Buteyko as well.”
Ann O’Grady. Timaru. 19/10/98.

“It is a very good way to control asthma and be able to have a more active lifestyle. It has cut my inhalation from 1-2 puffs a day to 2-3 puffs a month.”
Shaun Christopher Davis. Auckland. 19/10/98.

“I have found Buteyko extremely good and not at all difficult. Easy to give it 30-40 minutes practice a day. I feel and look healthier.”
Marion Antcliff. Auckland. 19/10/98.

“I am not now a severe asthmatic but on getting older found that wheezing was curtailing my activities since doing the course this has been almost eliminated and my general health has improved markedly.”
Moira Scott. Auckland. 19/10/98

“I am very pleased I did the Buteyko course. I have had no asthma for 2 years but a bit scared, I am getting lazy about it.”
Heather Munro. Invercargill. 19/10/98.

“The best thing I’ve ever done for my health.”
Brian Nelson. Nelson. 19/10/98.

“It helps. My asthma is still steadily improving. I need less Atrovent except during excessively damp and rainy periods.”
Geoffrey Sutton. Motueka. 18/10/98.

“Since the first Buteyko course and refresher course, my asthma is under control without drugs. I breath through my nose 80% of my waking hours. Buteyko is a new life for people who suffer from asthma”.
Robert Porter. Dunedin. 29/09/98.

“I have no hesitation in recommending Buteyko. It’s mad a great difference in my style of living. I have just finished a 2 month tour overseas, and would not have been able to do that 18 months ago.”
Graeme McKenzie. Invercargill. 29/09/98.

“I like the technique rather than drugs.”
Shelley McNamara. Invercargill. 25/09/98

“I would like to promote Buteyko in my area but people turn off when money is mentioned. If the Government subsidised Buteyko instead of medication, there would be a lot less people troubled with asthma”.
Robyn Westerway. Dunedin. 23/09/98.

“I am very grateful to “Buteyko”. My health is better and I am no longer plagued by colds every 8 weeks or so.”
Yvonne Benson. Dunedin. 22/09/98.

“I recently was admitted to hospital with an unrelated problem and was amazed at the ignorance amongst Doctors of the Buteyko system. They had never heard about it and didn’t seem particularly interested in it. I think that is tragic for asthmatics.”
Peter Searle. Invercargill. 22/09/98.

“Some parallels with child asthma and child inoculations have been drawn by health professionals. Buteyko offers a natural health product with a positive spin-off to the New Zealand Health Bill.”
David Russell. Invercargill. 21/09/98.

If used as is taught regularly, one cannot fail to get great benefit from it.”
John Landreth. Dunedin. 20/09/98.

“Doing the Buteyko course and learning the method was the best thing that ever happened to my asthma.”
Trevor Townsend. Invercargill. 19/09/98.

“I went along to the Buteyko course (my husband insisted) thinking it would be just another ‘quack scheme’ to cure asthma. I couldn’t believe it when after 2 nights, I did not have to use my Ventolin at all, I just got better and better, now I could do a lot of things without using my puffer. It’s a miracle.”
Marilyn Bates. Invercargill. 19/09/98

“I never imagined my life to be free from asthma and all the drugs associated with asthma. I would like to see every asthmatic given the chance to learn the Buteyko method.”
Cindy Dunbar. Dunedin. 18/09/98.

“EXCELLENT”.
Lindsay Browning. Dunedin. 17/09/98.

“The Buteyko asthma control technique has really worked for me. I have walked the Kaikoura Coast Trek and the Routeburn Track since doing the course. I was amazed at the difference from when I did the Milford Track before the course.”
Brigid Kelleher. Dunedin. 17/09/98.

“I have been an asthmatic for over 30 years for much of which period my condition was chronic. On one occasion in mid 1980s I was revived after twice stopping breathing on way to hospital. After attending a Buteyko course in 1995 I have used the Buteyko technique to such effect that I am about 99% free of conventional medicine, drugs for the disease. I was aware of improvement on my condition from first 2 days of my Buteyko training in 1995 until now when I am almost completely free of the disease. I am at the stage where I only use the Buteyko technique when I start to be aware of the onset of asthma. The Buteyko exercises quickly relieves the symptoms without the necessity to use Ventolin or other medication.”
Jack McClelland. Christchurch. 09/09/98

“Buteyko has been beneficial to my health, an extra tool to help fight a disease that has been so debilitating all my life. I just wish it had been around 100 years ago (or more) when my asthma controlled my whole life as to what I could and could not do.”
David Shaw. Hamilton. 6/11/98

“My son has gone from using an inhaler once or twice everyday to only using Tilade(low dose) and his reliever once a month or fortnight. If he is without his inhaler he can now “breathe” through an attack. Thank you Buteyko for giving him his health sense of control and strength back.”
Veronica Herber. Christchurch. 16/1/98

“I think Buteyko is a very good system. The mistake I made was to taper off the breathing after some time. This time with the video I intend to continue permanently”.
Roy Brewer. Christchurch. 29/12/98

“The Buteyko breathing technique is more effective than reliever medication in relieving the symptoms of asthma and further more treats the cause of the condition which drugs do not”.
Bevan Jones. Tauranga. 28/12/98

“I am astonished that the medical profession and Health Department has not explored the use of the Buteyko method. It needs to be actively and enthusiastically promoted with the public. It is not just the millions of dollars that could be saved. I was a semi-invalid when I was dependent on the reliever and worried about the possibility of an acute attack. Now I am confident that I can prevent mild and the possibility of an attack as my breathing method always “nips it in the bud”.
Susan Bulmer. Auckland. 26/12/98

“To feel the full benefits of the Buteyko method one must do the breathing exercises regularly and diligently. Also tape over the mouth every night. For these small effort the results are stupendous.”
Gerry Clark. Whangarei. 21/12/98

“I think it is wonderful. Thank goodness I read your advertisement in the local paper. I thank Jennifer Stark for the Buteyko course.”
Eric Burnard. Whangarei. 20/12/98

“Its got to be a must for children - Must be a help to any respiratory problem - Will put you in the driving seat to control hyperventilation.”
Martin de Bruyn. Whangarei. 20/12/98

“This method is very good.”
Claude Foreman. Whangarei. 9/12/98

“The technique is helpful for asthma and stress.”
Barbara Nolan. Christchurch. 9/12/98

“I have found this technique extremely good - learning to make sure you breathe through the nose has helped so much if I forget I soon know and adjust.”
Bettine Gregory. Christchurch. 6/12/98

“It changed my life.”
Judy Gardner. Rotorua. 5/12/98

My son is a new person since using the Buteyko technique. He is sports mad and now plays rugby, runs, swims, and wins!!! without breathlessness.
Mrs de Leeuw. Whangarei. 5/12/98

“I hate doing it unless my mother makes me. I know it helps me get better from asthma.” on behalf of Alessia Weir(5 years old)
Glenys Weir. Rotorua. 5/12/98

“I have found that the Buteyko technique has helped me control my asthma so that I can exercise without my asthma going out of control and I feel generally healthier when I’ve been doing the exercises regularly.”
Kerryann Wright. Christchurch. 4/12/98

“Very good - although the only difficulty I have is finding the time to do it.”
Henry Bettle. Christchurch. 4/12/98

“The really substantial cost savings that will derive from Buteyko will be due to the prevention of mild asthmatics. The general asthma education incorporated into the course is excellent. Even just understanding the need to breathe less helped my asthma, without needing to do numerous breathing exercises. It is wonderful being able to exercise and never get exercise induced asthma. The benefits of Buteyko are life-long.”
Anna Walls. Christchurch. 4/12/98

“It’s GREAT.”
Daniel Tipping. Hamilton. 3/12/98

“Very effective.”
Lee Hannan. Whangarei. 2/12/98

Stop feeling that you will endure the limitations of asthma for the rest of your life. Get going and learn the Buteyko method - you have nothing to lose - literally - your money is refundable if not satisfied.”
Dorothy Anderson. Wanganui. 2/12/98

“We are grateful for Buteyko for seeing the quality of life improve so much for Clare. To see her doing gym with no or otherwise controlled asthma to see her enjoying schoolwork and free of the tiredness and stress generated by asthma is wonderful.”
Catherine Sandbrook. Wanganui. 1/12/98

“I’m so glad I “took the plunge” and did the course. Definitely value for money. Better to spend a few hundred dollars and a few minutes per day than put up with a lifetime of inhalers.”
Paul de Spa. Christchurch. 1/12/98

“Buteyko technique is so simple and very effective. I have passed my recommendations to numerous people but I get so angry as I have the feeling that a lot of people probably think it is easier to use the drugs without realising how harmful they can be. I am eternally grateful to Russell for making it available. Many many thanks.”
Mae Webster. Christchurch. 30/11/98

“I believe it is extremely valuable of great benefit When I first availed myself of it and put it into practice I observed a great improvement in my breathing patterns and a reductions in my inhalers.”
Rev. Ernest Brown. Hastings. 30/11/98.

“Worth doing as part of taking responsibility for my own health improvement.”
Steve Harvey. Rotorua. 30/11/98

“I was a skeptic of this method but can honestly say it has virtually made my life asthma free. I went to the Doctor last October just for a check-up and thought I had better get another puffer for relief (Ventolin). A year later I still haven’t picked it up from the chemist!!!!”
Jill Payne. Hastings. 30/11/98.

“Has been of tremendous help to me, but is side affect when I stand in one place too long. Less of a problem when I’m getting more exercise.”
Tom Paramore. Hastings. 30/11/98.

“I think that every asthmatic should be given the opportunity to do the Buteyko method as a booster to their conventional treatment. Eventually being able to control their complaint rather than really on medication.”
Dawne O’Malley. Christchurch. 29/11/98.