Vagus Vacation??? Part 1: What is Your Vagus Nerve.

Well, it could kind of be like a vacation, I guess... While many may venture to Las Vegas for fun, relaxation, and to de-stress themselves, your vagus nerve is actually your own secret weapon in fighting stress and the effects of stress without the expense and time off required to go to Las Vegas or any vacation for that matter. We are going to take time to delve into what exactly your vagus nerve is and how it impacts your body, and most importantly, how you can tap into this 'weapon' and combat stress more naturally. 

The vagus nerve is the longest and most complex of the 12 pairs of cranial nerves. It transmits information to or from the surface of the brain to tissues and organs elsewhere in the body. The name “vagus” comes from the Latin term for “wandering.” This is because the vagus nerve wanders from the brain into organs in the neck, chest, and abdomen. It is also known as the 10th cranial nerve or cranial nerve X.

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