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Stimulating the Parasympathetic Nervous System

October 27, 2023 Andrew McGonigle

The parasympathetic nervous system (PSNS) works in opposition to the sympathetic nervous system to balance, calm, and restore the body. Its effect is often referred to as the rest-and-digest response.

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In Physiology Tags stress response, parasympathetic nervous system, vagus nerve, nervous system
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Is Stress Always a Bad Thing?

October 13, 2023 Andrew McGonigle

While the word stress tends to have a negative connotation, a degree of stress is vital for our everyday functioning and survival.

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In Physiology Tags stress response, parasympathetic nervous system, vagus nerve, nervous system
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Yoga and Neuroplasticity

September 20, 2022 Andrew McGonigle

Neuroplasticity describes the nervous system’s ability to change in response to experience. So essentially the brain can direct its own changes.

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In Physiology Tags nervous system, neuroplasticity
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What Exactly Are “Gut Feelings”?

August 11, 2022 Andrew McGonigle

When we talk about a gut feeling or “butterflies” in the stomach, we are essentially referring to the enteric nervous system.

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In Physiology Tags enteric nervous system, gut microbiome, nervous system, autonomic, gut health
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