Episode 57: Activating The Vagus Nerve For Improved Mental Health and Behavior

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">My guest this week is</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Dr. Navaz Habib, the founder of</span> <a href="http://healthupgraded.com/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Health Upgraded</span></a><span style= "font-weight: 400;">, a Functional Medicine and Health Optimization clinic in Toronto, Canada. By identifying the root causes of health imbalances, and addressing them naturally, his patients experience optimal health the way their bodies were meant to feel and allow them to contribute to humanity and serve more people. Dr. Habib’s book “</span><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Activate-Your-Vagus-Nerve-Sensitivities/dp/1612438741/ref=sr_1_3?crid=YERTQESSRT1F&dchild=1&keywords=activate+your+vagus+nerve&qid=1586312043&sprefix=activate+your+%2Caps%2C195&sr=8-3"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Activate Your Vagus Nerve</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">” is a simple and effective guide to help identify and address major missing pieces in patients dealing with chronic health concerns such as anxiety and depression. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this episode. Dr. Habib and I discuss how activating and strengthening the vagus nerve can allow for improved mental health and behavior in both children and adults. Dr. Habib introduces the audience to the vital functions of the vagus nerve and how activating it can optimize our productivity and energy levels. Maintaining the health of the vagus nerve can improve chronic issues such as sleep apnea, emphysema, anxiety, stress, and depression.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">To learn more about the vagus nerve and Dr. Navaz Habib</span> <a href="http://www.healthupgraded.com"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">click here</span></a><span style= "font-weight: 400;">.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Episode Timestamps</strong></p> <p>Episode Intro … 00:00:30<br /> Dr. Navaz’s Story … 00:02:25<br /> What Is The Vagus Nerve? … 00:08:00<br /> Causes of Disrupting Vagus Nerve Functions … 00:14:45<br /> Vagus Nerve