The vagus nerve is essential to many bodily processes, including digestion and a steady heart rate. Stimulating it could help prevent or stop chronic inflammation, which is linked to disease. An ...

Breathwork is one of the most direct ways to influence the vagus nerve. “When we slow and lengthen the breath—particularly the exhale—we stimulate vagal tone, shifting the body out of ‘fight-or-flight ...

Cognitive health is the ability of the brain to function properly and perform various mental tasks effectively. Strong cognitive health allows you to carry out activities of daily living, interact ...

A lab study found that gamma brain stimulation slightly increased altruistic choices. Here’s what researchers discovered—and ...

A new study suggests that a promising noninvasive brain stimulation technique may not function exactly as psychiatrists had ...

Work your heart and muscles, and strengthen bones with these six exercises designed to keep you strong and healthy—and have ...

Yoga traditions from Africa include stretching exercises that promote flexibility and relaxation. These stretches relieve ...