Episode 438: The Vagus Nerve

Feeling overwhelmed, bloated, or stuck in fight-or-flight mode? Your vagus nerve might be the missing link! This powerhouse nerve plays a key role in regulating stress, digestion, and even heart health. Tune in to learn why the vagus nerve is so essential, where it’s located, and how stimulating it can support your overall well-being.

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of the vagus nerve and its impact on the nervous, digestive, and cardiovascular systems. Learn how to activate and support your vagus nerve with simple, research-backed techniques that can help you feel calmer, improve gut function, and enhance resilience to stress.

Also in this episode: 

• Episode 425 Navigating Neurological Health with Chiropractic Care with Guest Dr. Tony 
• What is the vagus nerve?
• Vagus nerve dysfunction & potential symptoms
• What monitoring HRV can tell you about your vagus nerve
• Dr. Peter Staats & Vagus Nerve Stimulation
  • Episode 394 The Human Electrical Force
  • Review of non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation (gammaCore): efficacy, safety, potential impact on comorbidities, and economic burden for episodic and chronic cluster headache
  • Non-invasive Vagus Nerve Stimulation for COVID-19: Results From a Randomized Controlled Trial (SAVIOR I)
• Lifestyle support for vagus nerve regulation
  • 4-7-8 Breath
  • 5 Reasons to Gargle Salt Water and How to Do it
  • Naturally Nourished Episode 424 How Daily Walking Can Transform Your Health
• How EMF impacts the vagus nerve
  • Naturally Nourished Episode 364 EMF and Cell Phone Radiation
• Food as Medicine for vagus nerve support
  • Omega 3s
  • Probiotics
  • Choline
  • Leafy Greens
  • Lion’s Mane Mushroom
• Supplements for vagal tone
  • GabaCalm
  • Relax and Regulate
  • EPA DHA Extra
  • B Complex
  • Vitamin D Balanced Blend
  • Calm and Clear

 

This episode is sponsored by: 

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