Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Want to destress your mind? Start with your body. Progressive Muscle Relaxation is a practice where you methodically tense and release your muscles to ...

Pulsetto is a non-invasive wearable device that stimulates the vagus nerve to reduce stress and improve sleep. Most users report seeing positive changes within 1 to 30 days of use. The accompanying ...

The nasal and sinus areas experience different airflow patterns when someone hums, because this action leads to an increased ...

When it comes to brain health, the vagus nerve might not always be top of mind. But this mighty nerve serves an important function: It sends information between your brain and other vital organs, and ...

We casually reference our nervous systems all the time—it’s highly likely that, at some point, you’ve used expressions like, “My nerves are shot,” or, “That’s getting on my nerves.” Even these little ...

Are you paying attention to your pelvic floor health? The pelvic floor is a group of muscles and nerves that form a "supportive hammock" from the back, through the tailbone, lower abdominal area and ...

There’s no way around it: Stress is a fact of life. Between your kids, work, and relationships, it can seem like there’s always something new to worry about. And while altogether eliminating anxiety ...

Breathing acts as a pacemaker for our brains, so if you find your mind running wild with stress and worry, it might be time to slow down your breath and concentrate your thoughts. Taking as little as ...

How hard can breathing be? Most babies master the skill in the first few seconds after birth, after all. It turns out, though, that most of us could probably breathe more effectively. And doing so, ...

In today’s fast-paced world, stress is an inevitable companion. After all, countless responsibilities, work commitments, and social commitments make it challenging to find time to relax. One poll ...

You can practice progressive muscle relaxation to relieve throat tension and make swallowing easier. Try diaphragmatic breathing to relax your throat muscles and ease swallowing difficulties.

Imagine you are on an airplane and suddenly the sea belt light goes on. The pilot’s voice tells you to prepare for turbulence ahead. In one moment, your heart starts pumping faster, your stomach drops ...