The science behind the latest nervous system wellness trend—and what actually works. Feeling stressed, wired but tired, or struggling to relax? You've probably heard someone mention the vagus nerve. Social media is full of claims that stimulating this nerve can lower cortisol, calm anxiety, improve sleep, reduce inflammation, and even help your body recover from chronic stress. Wearable devices promising to "reset" your nervous system are becoming increasingly popular.

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