How the Vagus Nerve Controls Your Reflux

Added: 2026-06-01

[00:00:00]Cortisol actually slows digestion and it helps drop your stomach acid levels and throws your vagus nerve out of balance.

[00:00:07]And the vagus nerve is the very thing that controls how that valve works. And it's not just that you have a bit of stress, it's when your body gets stuck in that state of fight and flight most of the time. So before I walk you through what you need to do about this, just know that if you're struggling with LPR symptoms like the throat clearing, the reflux, the post-nasal drip, the coughing, the globus sensation, the bloating, and that constant fatigue and exhaustion, book a strategy call with me below. The link is in the comments. I'll help you understand what is driving your symptoms and what your body could be trying to tell you and where I would personally start if I were working with you one-on-one. So what actually needs to change?