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Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare

964 - 4 Easy Ways to Stimulate the Vagus Nerve

Apr 28, 2025
45:49

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Quick takeaways

  • Stimulating the vagus nerve can significantly improve gut health, stress reduction, and overall well-being through targeted lifestyle changes and therapies.
  • Chronic stress is intricately linked to inflammation and can exacerbate symptoms like anxiety and cognitive dysfunction, highlighting the need for stress management.

Deep dives

Understanding the Vagus Nerve's Role

The vagus nerve plays a crucial role in the autonomic nervous system, primarily governing the parasympathetic branch responsible for rest and recovery. Its dysfunction can lead to symptoms like anxiety, chronic stress, brain fog, and sleep problems. When the nervous system is skewed towards the sympathetic side, individuals may experience increased stress and inflammation, creating a self-perpetuating cycle of dysfunction. Improving vagal tone can help restore balance, enabling better regulation of stress responses and overall health benefits.

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