The key to depression, obesity, alcoholism – and more? Why scientists are so excited by the vagus nerve - eviltoast
Stimulating the vagus nerve is being hyped as the simplest way to reduce stress, dampen anxiety – and could even curb obesity. But what exactly is it? And how does tickling your ear help?
  • StringTheory@beehaw.orgEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Apple Watch “Breathe” app or any of the free slow-breathing/mindfulness meditation apps will do the job, too.

    Or… breathe in for a count of 4, pause for a count of 4, breathe out for a count of 4, pause for a count of 4. Do that for 5 or 10 minutes.