About this episode
In this episode, Dr. Jockers dives into the importance of vagal tone and its profound impact on your digestion, heart rate, and overall well-being. You'll learn how a healthy vagus nerve supports proper digestion, from stomach acid production to bile flow, ensuring you absorb nutrients effectively. He also explains how poor vagal tone can lead to symptoms like anxiety, poor circulation, and digestive issues. Dr. Jockers highlights practical ways to improve vagal tone through simple activities like deep breathing, singing, and even humming. Finally, discover how to test your vagal tone at home and understand what your results might be saying about your health. Dr. Jockers shares tips on optimizing vagal function through lifestyle changes and key nutrients to support your body's natural healing processes. In This Episode: 00:00 Introduction to Pupillary Constriction Test 04:05 Understanding the Vagus Nerve 09:02 Testing and Improving Vagal Tone 15:43 Nutritional Support for Vagal Tone 16:18 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Are swollen legs or ankles slowing you down? Discover the power of Lymph System Support by Pure Health Research. Crafted with natural ingredients like dandelion extract, burdock root, and bromelain, this formula unclogs your lymphatic system, reducing swelling and supporting a healthy inflammatory response. As a special offer, try Lymph System Support risk-free today and receive a complimentary bottle of curcumin extract. Visit GetLymphHelp.com/jockers to claim yours now. Say hello to renewed vitality and goodbye to discomfort! Hair loss isn't just about age—it's about hair follicles getting stuck. AnaGain Nu by Purality Health uses a pea sprout extract clinically shown to reactivate follicles and boost regrowth. With their micelle liposomal delivery, your body absorbs it fast and effectively. Try it risk-free with a 180-day money-back guarantee and get a buy-one-get-one-free deal at RenewYourHair.com/DRJ . "The vagus nerve is the most important nerve in your body—it controls digestion, heart rate, and your body's natural healing processes." ~ Dr. Jockers Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio Resources: GetLymphHelp.com/jockers Visit https://renewyourhair.com/drj Connect with Dr. Jockers: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers Website – https://drjockers.com/ If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/