When the nervous system is regulated, the immune system becomes more active and more capable.
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CO-CEO, NEUROFIT
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UPDATED MAY 17, 2023
THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
The immune system is the body’s natural defense against infection and disease. It is a complex system that is made up of many different cells and proteins that work together to protect the body from foreign invaders.
The nervous system plays a very important role in tandem with the immune system. It is responsible for sending signals to the immune system to tell it when to turn on and off. When the nervous system is not functioning properly, it can cause the immune system to become dysregulated. This can lead to frequent infections and other health problems.
DYSREGULATION & CORTISOL
There are many different factors that can contribute to a dysregulated nervous system. Stress is one of the most common triggers. When we are stressed, our bodies release a hormone called cortisol. Cortisol can suppress the immune system and make us more susceptible to infection. Other factors that can contribute to a dysregulated nervous system include poor diet, lack of sleep, and exposure to toxins.
BALANCED NERVOUS SYSTEM, BALANCED IMMUNE SYSTEM
Fortunately, there are many things that you can do to help regulate the nervous system and improve your overall health. One of the best things that you can do is to reduce stress in your life and introduce healthy habits, such as exercise, stillness, healthy diet and proper sleep. When the nervous system is regulated, the immune system becomes more active and more capable. This can lead to fewer infections, less inflammation, and an increased sense of well-being.
80% of the nerves in the human body are "afferent" - running from body to brain. Under stress, when the nervous system and thinking brain tell different stories, the nervous system almost always wins.
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Dysregulation is when the nervous system stops functioning properly and perceives events as stressful or overwhelming due to high allostatic load (baseline stress level). This happens when its baseline has moved significantly away from the default ventral vagal state, often due to chronic stress, trauma, poor sleep, and poor diet. This brings about a variety of problems, including anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and even autoimmune disease.
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The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the "fight or flight" response. This is the body's natural response to a perceived threat. The sympathetic nervous system kicks in and prepares the body to either fight the threat or run away from it. The body's heart rate increases, blood flow to the muscles increases, and the body releases adrenaline and other hormones.
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Nervous System Fitness is the degree of flexibility and resilience of one's nervous system. The name implies that the nervous system can be trained and strengthened, much like physical fitness.
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