Body of Wonder Episode #50 The Vagus Nerve: Driver of Emotional and Physical Wellbeing with Stefan Chmelik, MSc
Apr 30, 2024
27:16
What is the vagus nerve, and what role does it play in our body?
In this episode, we explore the "wandering nerve" and its profound impact our physical and emotional wellbeing. With research demonstrating its connection to many of our organs, impacting gut health and regulating emotional states, the vagus nerve is emerging as a central player in our overall health.
We are joined by Stefan Chmelik. Traditional Chinese medicine physician and founder of the company that produces Sensate, a vagal toning device. He discusses how advances in neuroscience and biofeedback have paved the way for innovative solutions to influence our nervous system, promoting relaxation, stress reduction, and emotional balance.
This conversation with Drs. Andrew Weil and Victoria Maizes and Stefan Chmelik offers listeners a fascinating look into the current understanding of the vagus nerve and the transformative potential of well-being technology.
In this episode, we explore the "wandering nerve" and its profound impact our physical and emotional wellbeing. With research demonstrating its connection to many of our organs, impacting gut health and regulating emotional states, the vagus nerve is emerging as a central player in our overall health.
We are joined by Stefan Chmelik. Traditional Chinese medicine physician and founder of the company that produces Sensate, a vagal toning device. He discusses how advances in neuroscience and biofeedback have paved the way for innovative solutions to influence our nervous system, promoting relaxation, stress reduction, and emotional balance.
This conversation with Drs. Andrew Weil and Victoria Maizes and Stefan Chmelik offers listeners a fascinating look into the current understanding of the vagus nerve and the transformative potential of well-being technology.