The Vagus nerve is so important to migraine and overall health that I dedicated a Facebook Live discussion to it. Our sympathetic nervous system controls our fight or flight reactions - so a reduction in this system means LESS STRESS, which for most of us means less migraines! Our Vagus nerve starts at the brain stem (where migraines start) and is instrumental in so many functions within our bodies including regulating inflammation, digestion, and calming down after being stressed. Pressure points can help relieve migraines. Avoid life’s headaches by practicing this 20 min practice regularly. Yoga for Migraines is a gentle, healing yoga and pranayama practice to help support you when you have a headache or a migraine.

It is also a great practice for those seeking regular self care, no headache required to do this session.

Yoga for Migraine A study on yoga for migraineurs demonstrated reduced frequency and intensity of migraines, and the participants agreed it 'greatly improved my clinical condition.' More specifically, participants experienced a reduction in their sympathetic nervous system activity and an improvement in the function of their Vagus nerve. This yoga for migraine video from Yoga with Adriene is a gentle jumping-off point for a new yoga practice. Yoga For Migraines is a gentle, healing yoga and pranayama practice to help support you when you have a headache or a migraine.

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