Are you stuck in “survival mode”? Chronic stress may be silently damaging your nervous system—and your health.

In this episode of the Restorative Longevity Podcast, certified nutritionist Chris McKee dives into the power of the vagus nerve and how it controls digestion, inflammation, mood, immune response, and even hormone balance. If you're battling anxiety, gut issues, or fatigue, your vagus nerve might need healing.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

🔹 What the vagus nerve controls—and why it’s called the “wandering nerve”

🔹 The link between gut health, serotonin, and emotional stability

🔹 How stress locks your body in fight-or-flight mode, blocking healing

🔹 Simple tools to activate your vagus nerve: laughter, singing, humming, breathwork

🔹 Why your morning news habit could be wrecking your gut

🔹 How parasympathetic activation restores calm, digestion, and reproductive health

📣 Key Takeaway: You can’t thrive if your nervous system is stuck in survival. Self-care isn’t optional—it’s essential for longevity.

📚 Topics Covered:

Sympathetic vs parasympathetic response

Gut-brain axis and vagus nerve function

Breathwork, laughter, and lifestyle for nervous system repair

The silent health costs of unmanaged stress

⚠️ Health Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. Always consult your physician before starting a new treatment or health routine.

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🎧 This episode is sponsored by

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