Possibly the missing link to better health
The Vagus Nerve

 "The vagus nerve is a very important part of our sense of well-being. It's not really part of the medical world in which we clinicians live nor you as a patient perhaps live in, because so much of our work is focused around hardware. However, the vagus nerve is becoming a very important part of understanding those individuals who don't necessarily have hardware problems but feel unwell." Professor Owen Epstein

🧠  What are the signs of vagus nerve problems?

Cleveland Clinic

Vagus nerve conditions cause different symptoms depending on the specific cause and affected part of your nerve.

You may experience:
Abdominal pain and bloating.
Acid reflux (gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD).
Changes to heart rate, blood pressure or blood sugar.
Difficulty swallowing or loss of gag reflex.
Dizziness or fainting.
Hoarseness, wheezing or loss of voice.
Loss of appetite, feeling full quickly or unexplained weight loss.
Nausea and vomiting.

🌿 Supplements That May Benefit the Vagus Nerve

• Krill OIl with K2 

  • Support brain and nervous system function

  • Reduce inflammation, which helps vagal signaling

• Magnesium

  • Calms the nervous system and supports parasympathetic activity

  • May improve sleep and stress resilience

• Turmeric (curcumin)

  • Potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties

  • Helps regulate cytokines, which the vagus nerve influences

• Probiotics (Acidophilus)

  • Improve gut health, which is closely linked to vagal tone

  • Certain strains (like Lactobacillus) may enhance communication along the gut-brain axis

• B vitamins (especially B12)

  • Essential for nerve health and neurotransmitter production

  • Deficiency can impair vagal function

• Neurotransmitter Pro

  • Homeopathic that may support and stimulate the vagus nerve

• Ashwagandha

  • Help balance stress hormones

  • Support autonomic nervous system resilience

✅ In summary: Omega-3s, magnesium, turmeric, probiotics, and B vitamins are among the most promising supplements for supporting vagus nerve health, mainly by reducing inflammation and strengthening nervous system function. Lifestyle practices like deep breathing, meditation remain the most direct ways to improve vagal tone.

In this fascinating online interview (video below), the renowned professor of gastroenterology and minimally invasive gastroenterologist, Professor Owen Epstein, brilliantly explains the role of the vagus nerve in the human body. In a comprehensive way, the London-based professor details the significance of the vagus nerve, how it can impact the "hardware" or organs of the body, and how issues with the vagus nerve are investigated and treated.

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