Are you struggling with IBS, Crohn's Disease, constipation, IBD, or other gut issues, and nothing is helping? When the vagus nerve isn't working properly, there is a lack of communication between the gut and the brain making it hard to heal or digest our food. You can eat an organic whole food diet, and take supplements to heal your gut, but if your vagus nerve isn't working right, you will fight an uphill battle to improve the health of your gut. Learn techniques to heal and strengthen your vagus nerve. Discover what to eat to support and heal your vagus nerve. Learn how to get out of "Fight or Flight" quickly and into a state of "Rest, Digest, and Heal."
In this book the recent advancements in understanding the gut-brain interaction as well as gut microbiome and how this interaction plays a vital role in human health and disease are discussed. Each chapter gives an analysis of questions, research directions, and methods within the field of gut-brain axis. The readers will benefit from the latest knowledge about our understanding about how gut-brain axis and modulation of gut microbiome determines predisposition to neurological disorders. The multidisciplinary book is essential reading for anyone interested in the field of gut-brain axis and gut microbiome: from undergraduates to graduate students as well as scientists and physicians having an interest in the new exciting field of gut microbiome and its relationship with brain function.
The field of microbial endocrinology is expressly devoted to understanding the mechanisms by which the microbiota (bacteria within the microbiome) interact with the host (“us”). This interaction is a two-way street and the driving force that governs these interactions are the neuroendocrine products of both the host and the microbiota. Chapters include neuroendocrine hormone-induced changes in gene expression and microbial endocrinology and probiotics. This is the first in a series of books dedicated to understanding how bi-directional communication between host and bacteria represents the cutting edge of translational medical research, and hopefully identifies new ways to understand the mechanisms that determine health and disease.
This satirical account of the digestive system, told from the perspective of the stomach itself, is a witty and entertaining look at a subject that is often taken for granted. Written by British author Sydney Whiting in the mid-19th century, the book offers humorous anecdotes and observations about the various foods and drinks that pass through the stomach and their effects on the body. This book is a delightful read for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the lighter side of human anatomy. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Cutting-edge neuroscience combines with the latest discoveries on the human microbiome to inform this practical guide that proves once and for all the inextricable, biological link between mind and body. We have all experienced the connection between our mind and our gut—the decision we made because it “felt right;” the butterflies in our stomach before a big meeting; the anxious stomach rumbling when we’re stressed out. While the dialogue between the gut and the brain has been recognized by ancient healing traditions, including Aryuvedic and Chinese medicine, Western medicine has failed to appreciate the complexity of how the brain, gut, and more recently, the microbiome—the microorganisms that live inside us—communicate with one another. In The Mind-Gut Connection, Dr. Emeran Mayer, Executive Director of the UCLA Center for Neurobiology of Stress, offers a revolutionary look at this developing science, teaching us how to harness the power of the mind-gut connection to take charge of our health. The Mind-Gut Connection, shows how to keep the communication brain-gut communication clear and balanced to: • Heal the gut by focusing on a plant-based diet • Balance the microbiome by consuming fermented foods and probiotics, fasting, and cutting out sugar and processed foods • Promote weight loss by detoxifying and creating a healthy digestion and maximum nutrient absorption • Boost immunity and prevent the onset of neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s • Generate a happier mindset and reduce fatigue, moodiness, anxiety, and depression • Prevent and heal GI disorders such as leaky gut syndrome; food sensitivities and allergies; and IBS; as well as digestive discomfort such as heartburn and bloating • And much more. Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.
Learn how exercising your vagus nerve, which regulates functions in the body such as digestion, heart rate and the immune system, can improve your health. Anatomists were stumped. How could the vagus nerve, a single nerve beginning in the brainstem, be so long and connect to so many different organs? What effects could this nerve possibly employ? With such a vast array of potential functions, what would happen if this nerve was injured or cut? This helpful guide provides all the tools you need to understand and heal your vagus nerve, the rest, digest and recovery system. You’ll learn simple yet powerful techniques to address a variety of ailments health challenges, like inflammation, gut sensitivity and brain fog, from their root causes originating with the vagus nerve. Author Dr. Navaz Habib lays out easy-to-follow daily and weekly routines to help on the path to healing, including: Breathing Techniques Exercises for Mindfulness Tools to Improve Your Digestion Functional Medicine Testing Acupuncture and Massage and more.
On July 9-10, 2014, the Institute of Medicine's Food Forum hosted a public workshop to explore emerging and rapidly developing research on relationships among the brain, the digestive system, and eating behavior. Drawing on expertise from the fields of nutrition and food science, animal and human physiology and behavior, and psychology and psychiatry as well as related fields, the purpose of the workshop was to (1) review current knowledge on the relationship between the brain and eating behavior, explore the interaction between the brain and the digestive system, and consider what is known about the brain's role in eating patterns and consumer choice; (2) evaluate current methods used to determine the impact of food on brain activity and eating behavior; and (3) identify gaps in knowledge and articulate a theoretical framework for future research. Relationships among the Brain, the Digestive System, and Eating Behavior summarizes the presentations and discussion of the workshop.
Very few people are aware of the importance of the vagus nerve... Did you know it is directly responsible for your physical, but also psychological well-being? As the longest nerve in the body - beginning in the brainstem - it connects to almost all organs. From proper gut work to managing stress, the vagus nerve plays an indispensable role in human overall health. Many studies have found that the vagus nerve works in favor of the parasympathetic system. As such, it is the calming aspect of our nervous system. Just by optimizing the work of your vagus nerve, you can significantly improve your well-being. If you're willing to invest in your health, you should be intrigued to know more about this nerve... ...and how it is related to the polyvagal theory. You're probably asking yourself: What is the vagus nerve? What is the polyvagal theory? What makes it crucial to your health? How it affects your mental health? How can you improve its function? This book offers answers. Aside from explaining the scientific background of the vagus nerve, the author also makes sure to lay it all out plain and simple so everyone can grasp the idea. Moreover, you'll get introduced to the third type of nervous system, as suggested by the polyvagal theory. Even if this is the first time you're hearing about it, it has majorly affected your social engagement. Upon purchasing this book, you will: Discover the functions of the vagus nerve: the vasovagal reflex, how the nerve affects your heart, its role in the autonomic nervous system, etc; Get the picture of the Polyvagal theory: our three-part nervous system, trauma's effect on the nervous system response, specific aspects of the system, etc; Learn how to heal PTSD with the Polyvagal theory: accept adaptation as a survival technique, attentional response bias, etc; Understand vagus nerve dysfunctions: recognize the early symptoms of vagus nerve damage and disorders and battle them; Realize what gastroparesis is: the connection between the vagus nerve and the digestive system, how the nerve supports digestion; And much more! Almost all your bodily functions are affected by the vagus nerve. If you decide to take care of it, you'll notice improvements in your sleep, social engagements, and you'll easily overcome stress. The best part is - this book explains how to activate and treat your vagus nerve without medication! If you are interested in getting to know more on the Vagus Nerve and on the Polyvagal Theory, and Get Your Copy Now!
