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The Great Nerve

The New Science of the Vagus Nerve
Brief Description
Explore the astonishing potential of the vagus nerve to regulate your body's vital systems and transform your health 'A masterpiece and a timeless document for those who want to see what science is all about- faith, focus, patience and hard work,' - Wim Hof 'A game... Read More
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The Great Nerve

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Explore the astonishing potential of the vagus nerve to regulate your body's vital systems and transform your health 'A masterpiece and a timeless document for those who want to see what science is all about- faith, focus, patience and hard work,' - Wim Hof 'A game changer ... learn how the connection between your brain, gut and immune system can transform your health,' - Will Bulsiewicz, New York Times bestselling author of Fibre Fuelled Unlock the secrets to your health and happiness with the power of the vagus nerve The 200,000 fibres of the vagus nerve vibrate in tune with your health like the instruments of an orchestra. When your vagus nerve is harmonious, you thrive; when it is not, you suffer from poor sleep, low mood, pain, and chronic illness. In The Great Nerve, Dr Kevin Tracey's pioneering research reveals how the vagus nerve is linked to regulating the immune system and your overall health. Learn how to support this vital nerve and uncover the truth behind stimulating strategies such as ice baths, meditation, exercise, and breathwork. Discover the extraordinary science that promises to transform healthcare, where computer chips may regulate blood sugar, and electrical implants may replace medications forever. The Great Nerve not only revolutionizes how we will understand and treat disease- it gives us unprecedented hope for our health.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405978507

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 March 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Dr Kevin Tracey is a neurosurgeon, scientist, entrepreneur, and leader in the fields of inflammation and vagus nerve stimulation. Along with his colleagues in his lab at the Feinstein Institutes, Dr. Tracey discovered the molecular and neural mechanism for the reflexive control of inflammation, now termed the inflammatory reflex. He is a prolific inventor with more than 120 U.S. patents. As measured by and reported in the scientific journal PLOS One, Dr. Tracey is one of the most highly cited living scientists in the world.

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