In this episode, Dr. Jockers explores the role of the vagus nerve and why improving vagal tone can support digestion, stress regulation, sleep, and overall healing. You'll learn how this important nerve connects your brain, gut, heart, and other systems throughout the body.
Discover how poor vagal tone can impact your ability to adapt to stress, why the body can become stuck in fight-or-flight or freeze states, and the signs that your nervous system may need more support.
Learn simple strategies to activate and strengthen your vagus nerve, including breathing techniques, humming, light exposure, sleep optimization, and key nutrients that help support nervous system recovery.
In This Episode:
00:00 Heart Breath Ratio Test
00:21 Podcast Intro and Vagal Tone Benefits
00:49 Reviews and Health Coaching
03:53 Vagus Nerve Explained
05:54 Polyvagal States and Symptoms
08:53 At Home Vagal Tone Tests
13:26 Root Causes of Poor Tone
14:16 Daily Practices to Boost Tone
16:17 Key Nutrients for Vagus Nerve
16:51 Wrap Up and Share
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"When the vagal tone is poor, the nervous system can struggle to adapt to stress."
~ Dr. Jockers
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