Articles #nervous system regulation

The vagus nerve is often reduced to a wellness talking point. In reality, it is a bidirectional regulatory system integrating brainstem function, interception, autonomic balance, immune signalling, and organ regulation. Approximately 80% of its fibres are afferent, carrying information from the body to the brain. This reframes the hierarchy: The brain is not leading regulation.

In today's fast-paced world, chronic stress and trauma have become ubiquitous, often leaving a profound impact on our physical and mental well-being. When the body is under prolonged stress, it depletes essential vitamins and minerals at an accelerated rate, disrupting various physiological processes.