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Is Vagus Nerve Stimulation Safe?

Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) has gained attention in recent years as a promising tool for supporting everything from mood...

Does Vagus Nerve Stimulation Work?

As a functional medicine practitioner, I’m always exploring innovative treatments to help my patients achieve optimal health...

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Healthy Sleep and the Vagus Nerve: Bedtime Habits for a Better Morning

With the recent extra hour from Daylight Savings, it’s a great time to talk about healthy — and not-so-healthy — sleep...

Top Exercises for Vagus Nerve Health: DIY Edition

When we think about exercising and working out, we quickly conjure images of high-intensity spin sessions, pumping iron in...

The Science Behind Survival Mode

You are not lazy, unmotivated, or stuck. You’ve likely been living in survival mode for too long, and you’re exhausted...

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Biohacking for Beginners: How to Improve Healthspan, Reduce Inflammation, and Support the Vagus Nerve
CategoriesSelf-Care & Wellness

Biohacking for Beginners: How to Improve Healthspan, Reduce Inflammation, and Support the Vagus Nerve

When many people hear the term “biohacking,” they might picture sci-fi scenarios where humans gain superpowers through cybernetic implants or…

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Biohacking 101: What It Is and Why Everyone’s Talking About It
CategoriesSelf-Care & Wellness

Biohacking 101: What It Is and Why Everyone’s Talking About It

The word “biohacking” has been popping up everywhere lately, from wellness podcasts and health blogs to fitness influencers and high-performance…

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Feeling Burned Out? Here’s How to Prioritize Your Mental Health and Reverse Mom Burnout
CategoriesSelf-Care & Wellness

Feeling Burned Out? Here’s How to Prioritize Your Mental Health and Reverse Mom Burnout

Here’s the thing about mom burnout—it’s relentless. Even though May is home to both Mother’s Day and Mental Health Awareness…

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The Science of Stress Understanding Good vs. Bad Stress
CategoriesStress Management

The Science of Stress: Understanding Good vs. Bad Stress

Stress is often painted with a broad, negative brush, but not all stress is created equal. In the realm of…

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Calming the Vagus Nerve: 5 Unique Ways to Reduce Stress Naturally
CategoriesStress Management

Calming the Vagus Nerve: 5 Unique Ways to Reduce Stress Naturally

When people talk about “calming the vagus nerve,” they’re really referring to supporting the body’s natural relaxation response. As a…

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Is Vagus Nerve Stimulation Safe?
CategoriesTruvaga Insights

Is Vagus Nerve Stimulation Safe?

Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) has gained attention in recent years as a promising tool for supporting everything from mood and…

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Does Vagus Nerve Stimulation Work?
CategoriesVagus Nerve Education

Does Vagus Nerve Stimulation Work?

As a functional medicine practitioner, I’m always exploring innovative treatments to help my patients achieve optimal health. One tool that…

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Exercise for Vagus Nerve Stimulation
CategoriesVagus Nerve Education

Exercise for Vagus Nerve Stimulation: More than Just Fitness Gains

When we think about the benefits of exercise, we often focus on the big wins: lowering A1C levels, crushing our…

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Fight, Flight, Freeze, or Fawn? A Guide to Understanding & Managing Stress Responses
CategoriesStress Management

Fight, Flight, Freeze, or Fawn? A Guide to Understanding & Managing Stress Responses

The fight-or-flight response has been hardwired into us since the dawn of humanity—a survival mechanism that once helped our ancestors…

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