Feel 10 Years Younger With Improved Vagal Tone
Natural Methods to Try
Yoga
Yoga is not just great exercise for the body but also very effective for the mind. The breathing control works the vagus nerve.`
Gargling
When we gargle water the throat muscle activity naturally stimulates both branches of the vagus nerve in the laryngeal branches. Use salty water for an additional anti-bacterial benefit.
Laughter
Laughter really can be a great medicine. When we laugh – I mean really laugh, we exercise our vagus nerve from the belly up.
Cold Showers
Cold showers are an excellent way to restore lost vagal tone. It doesn’t need to be the whole shower – just hit yourself with cold for at least 1 minute at the start, middle or end.
Deliberate Breathing
Slow, deep, belly breathing is an indicator of rest and a great way to activate the vagus nerve. Practice deliberate breathing when you have a few minutes to spare.
Chanting & Humming
Chanting involves activity of the laryngeal muscle which will in turn activate the vagus nerve. The tone of the chant or hum will determine the frequency of stimulation – with the Hindu chant “om” considered godly.
Extreme Cold Dip
Now that you are accustomed to cold showers it’s time for an extreme cold dip. If you can condition your body to breathe through this, your vagus nerve will become very strong.
Ear Massage
Gently massaging the tragus and cymba conchae areas of the ear can trigger a mild vagus nerve response.
New Technology Method
If you are looking for a faster and easier (and warmer) method of Vagus Nerve Stimulation then consider trying a tVNS Stimulator
