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Unlocking the Healing Power Within: The Vagus Nerve's Role in Wellness

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Harnessing the 'Wandering Nerve' for Stress Relief, Emotional Balance, and Optimal Health

This podcast episode provided an overview of the vagus nerve, which is the longest cranial nerve that extends from the base of the brain down through the neck and into the abdomen.

Rachid discussed how the vagus nerve plays a vital role in regulating stress response, emotional well-being, digestion, and other bodily functions.

Some exercises mentioned to stimulate the vagus nerve included deep breathing, meditation, cold exposure, social engagement, maintaining gut health, yoga/tai-chi, and specific techniques like neck tilting and hand pressing.

The goal is to understand and leverage the vagus nerve's role in maintaining balance and health through various exercises and strategies.

More About Topics Covered:

  • Vagus nerve's role in body & mind regulation

  • The vagus nerve and its applications for relaxation and parasympathetic response

  • Vagus nerve's role in stress reduction, emotional well-being, and digestion

  • Vagus nerve exercises and strategies for relaxation

  • Vagus nerve stimulation for mental and physical well-being

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100 episodes

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Content provided by Rachid Zahidi. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Rachid Zahidi or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.

Harnessing the 'Wandering Nerve' for Stress Relief, Emotional Balance, and Optimal Health

This podcast episode provided an overview of the vagus nerve, which is the longest cranial nerve that extends from the base of the brain down through the neck and into the abdomen.

Rachid discussed how the vagus nerve plays a vital role in regulating stress response, emotional well-being, digestion, and other bodily functions.

Some exercises mentioned to stimulate the vagus nerve included deep breathing, meditation, cold exposure, social engagement, maintaining gut health, yoga/tai-chi, and specific techniques like neck tilting and hand pressing.

The goal is to understand and leverage the vagus nerve's role in maintaining balance and health through various exercises and strategies.

More About Topics Covered:

  • Vagus nerve's role in body & mind regulation

  • The vagus nerve and its applications for relaxation and parasympathetic response

  • Vagus nerve's role in stress reduction, emotional well-being, and digestion

  • Vagus nerve exercises and strategies for relaxation

  • Vagus nerve stimulation for mental and physical well-being

  continue reading

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