Your vagus nerve might be the single most important nerve you’ve never heard of — until now. In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Navaz Habib joins Dr. Scott Sherr to explain why the vagus nerve controls far more than just your “rest and digest” functions. From heart rate variability to gut health to trauma, they break down how to assess and improve vagal tone to unlock your body’s ability to heal, regulate, and optimize.

Join us as we delve into:

What the vagus nerve actually does — and why it’s crucial for healing
How to measure and improve vagal tone using HRV and simple practices
The overlooked link between breath, posture, trauma, and inflammation
Tools and techniques Dr. Habib recommends to support your nervous system

This episode is for you if:

You deal with chronic stress, fatigue, gut issues, or inflammation
You’re curious about HRV, wearables, and biofeedback tools
You want practical strategies for nervous system regulation
You’re interested in how trauma and vagus nerve health are connected

You can also find this episode on… YouTube: https://youtu.be/uVhmCQo4x-A

Find more from Dr. Navaz Habib: Website: https://drnavazhabib.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnavazhabib Books: Activate Your Vagus Nerve, Upgrade Your Vagus Nerve

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