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The Vagus Nerve Unveiled: Understanding the Buzz
deep breathing
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parasympathetic nervous system
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resetting vagus nerve
stress reduction
vagal tone
vagus nerve
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Mar 06, 2024
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The vagus nerve carries approximately 75% of the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) nerve fibres and is stimulated by slow, deep breathing (particularly through the nose). This stimulation sends...
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