Parasympathetic activation
For nervous system health
The experts we follow agree on this.
Prioritizing rest and digest states helps balance stress and recovery.
Who is behind it
Voices including a registered holistic nutritionist and a board-certified internal medicine doctor.
How strong the research is
Mostly expert experience so far, with published research still catching up.
In their words
“We actually have to actively pursue a more parasympathetic state in order to achieve it today I think it's kind of an unprecedented time for our species”
a Princeton-trained molecular biology PhD
Tapping into the parasympathetic nervous system daily helps the body rest, digest, heal and rejuvenate, which is crucial for high achieving women under stress.
a registered holistic nutritionistsponsoredHealing requires more parasympathetic activity; without it, healing is impaired.
Singing in the shower can help you become more parasympathetic and relaxed even if you are tone deaf
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