Trend: The Rise of NeuroWellness
Week of April 22nd, 2026
A ‘Vagus Nerve Reset’ Is Key to Lowering Stress Levels––Here’s How to Do It–Harper’s Bazaar
There’s now far more research stacking up in favor of stimulating the vagus nerve, the body’s inherent ‘off-switch’ for stress, with science connecting the dots between its role in inflammation, HRV and the gut-brain axis. This article examines the multiplying vagus nerve approaches––from the lo-fi, such as cold exposure, to the many new electrical VN stimulation devices for the ear and neck, from Nurosym to Sona.
Neuromodulation and ‘Resetting the Vagus Nerve’ Are Booming–But What Are They and How Do They Work?–The Independent UK
Examines the new world of neurostimulation technologies and in-clinic treatments. On the tech front, it looks at everything from the Flow headset, which sends currents directly to the prefrontal cortex to target depression to Pulsetto, a device using electrical stimulation to activate the vagus nerve to reduce stress, improve sleep, and manage anxiety.
Hotels and Resorts Are Creating ‘Nervous System Reset’ Programs–Condé Nast Traveler
Travelers are focusing on better sleep, calmer environments, and nervous system repair. Here’s where to experience them.
AI Tools, Wearables and Everything that Helps Regulate the Nervous System–Vogue Singapore
Nervous system regulation is one of wellness’ most raved-about ideas. But as with all buzzwords, its meaning has become increasingly diluted. At first glance, it’s easy to assume nervous system regulation revolves around eliminating stress altogether. Given how easily obscured the concept becomes, this article turned to a psychologist to make sense of nervous system regulation and unpack what it involves to “return to baseline.”
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