This post is in response to A Vagus Nerve Survival Guide to Combat Fight-or-Flight Urges By Christopher Bergland Medically accurate illustration of the vagus nerve. Source: Sebastian ...

Simple breathing exercises done twice daily while using a mobile phone app can help relieve the symptoms of Long Covid, new research has found. Resonant breathing, which consists of a four second ...

Heart rate variability typically decreases during stressful situations, although the heart rate increases. Managing stress levels can mean a more variable heart rate. Exercise and relaxation ...

'I'm a Cardiologist, and I Swear By This 3-Minute Habit for Heart Health' originally appeared on Parade. Breathing is something we do involuntarily, so it’s likely not something you think about very ...

While breathing is one of the most important functions in your body, the way you may do it can affect the rest of your organs and your overall health and well-being. According to experts, practicing ...

Getting regular exercise helps prevent heart disease. And while any physical activity is better than none, certain types of exercise may be more beneficial for your heart. Your body is designed for ...

It’s been known for decades that heart rate variability (HRV) during labor signals how a fetus is responding to stress. Lower HRV—a lower variation in heartbeats—is even a risk factor for sudden ...

Alexandria Nyembwe is a registered nurse and health writer. She has worked in street medicine serving populations experiencing homelessness in Skid Row Los Angeles as well as in cardiovascular care in ...