Very few people are aware of the importance of the vagus nerve... Did you know it is directly responsible for your physical, but also psychological well-being?
As the longest nerve in the body - beginning in the brainstem - it connects to almost all organs. From proper gut work to managing stress, the vagus nerve plays an indispensable role in human overall health.
Many studies have found that the vagus nerve works in favor of the parasympathetic system. As such, it is the calming aspect of our nervous system. Just by optimizing the work of your vagus nerve, you can significantly improve your well-being. If you're willing to invest in your health, you should be intrigued to know more about this nerve......and how it is related to the polyvagal theory.
You're probably asking yourself: What is the vagus nerve?What is the polyvagal theory?What makes it crucial to your health? How it affects your mental health? How can you improve its function?
This book offers answers. Aside from explaining the scientific background of the vagus nerve, the author also makes sure to lay it all out plain and simple so everyone can grasp the idea. Moreover, you'll get introduced to the third type of nervous system, as suggested by the polyvagal theory. Even if this is the first time you're hearing about it, it has majorly affected your social engagement.
Upon purchasing this book, you will: Discover the functions of the vagus nerve: the vasovagal reflex, how the nerve affects your heart, its role in the autonomic nervous system, etc; Get the picture of the Polyvagal theory: our three-part nervous system, trauma's effect on the nervous system response, specific aspects of the system, etc; Learn how to heal PTSD with the Polyvagal theory accept adaptation as a survival technique, attentional response bias, etc; Understand vagus nerve dysfunctions recognize the early symptoms of vagus nerve damage and disorders and battle them; Realize what gastroparesis is the connection between the vagus nerve and the digestive system, how the nerve supports digestion; And much more Almost all your bodily functions are affected by the vagus nerve. If you decide to take care of it, you'll notice improvements in your sleep, social engagements, and you'll easily overcome stress. The best part is - this book explains how to activate and treat your vagus nerve without medication
If you are interested in getting to know more on the Vagus Nerve and on the Polyvagal Theory, a