What is the Vagus Nerve?

Have you heard of the vagus nerve? There is some amazing science about the role, importance and the benefits of this nerve. It directly affects our parasympathetic nervous system - the very same that massage taps into! Poor vagal tone has been linked to mental health conditions like anxiety and depression as well as gut disorders. There is growing evidence to support the use of vagus nerve stimulation to improve conditions such as epilepsy, anxiety, rheumatoid arthritis and depression. You can improve your vagus nerve tone yourself, check it out online. Or get a massage and allow your parasympathetic nervous system to engage and relax.