Vagal tone is measured non-invasively via HRV. Slow breathing exercises the vagal circuit; over weeks, resting vagal tone rises with consistent practice.
The strength of parasympathetic activity carried by the vagus nerve. Higher vagal tone correlates with resilience.
Vagal tone is measured non-invasively via HRV. Slow breathing exercises the vagal circuit; over weeks, resting vagal tone rises with consistent practice.
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