👉If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, fatigue, or any emotional health symptoms, it may mean that you have a poor vagal tone, and your vagus nerve needs some care. Your vagus nerve extends from your brain stem through your neck into your chest and abdomen and connects your brain and gut. ❤️‍🩹It helps to regulate your heart rate, breathing, blood pressure, digestion, and emotional state, among other functions. The Importance of Good Vagal Tone The vagal nerve is involved in many areas across your body, making a good vagal tone very important. A good vagal tone is important for Lowering blood pressure Lowering heart rate Managing stress and anxiety Regulating mood Decreasing inflammation or pain Delivering information between the brain and the gut Providing sensory information from the throat, lungs, and heart Regulating swallowing Regulating speech Symptoms of Poor Vagal Tone Sometimes the vagal nerve is damaged, resulting in poor vagal tone. Symptoms of poor vagal tone due to nerve damage may include: Abdominal pain Nausea Vomiting Unusual heart rate Unusual blood pressure Loss of gag reflex Earache Lowered stomach acid Loss of voice Even if your vagus nerve isn’t damaged, you may experience poor vagal tone. Symptoms of poor vagal tone, even without nerve damage, may include: Anxiety Depression Poor emotional regulation High stress Being in flight-or-fight mode Lowered attention span Increased inflammation Pain In This Episode: The vagus nerve connects your brain to your heart, lungs, & digestive system—regulating everything from heart rate to mood. If you struggle with anxiety, stress, or fatigue, your vagal tone might be weak. Learn how to strengthen this vital nerve and unlock better health naturally! 04:05 Understanding the Vagus Nerve 09:02 Testing and Improving Vagal Tone 15:43 Nutritional Support for Vagal Tone 👉To listen to this podcast episode, comment “Podcast” and I will share the link or you can find the latest episode of the Dr Jockers Functional Nutrition podcast on Apple iTunes, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts. #vagus #anxiety #depression #digestion #guthealth #naturalhealing #health