Could Activating the Vagus Nerve Help Thais Live Longer? Science Offers Cautious Hope
New research points to a potentially impactful route for better health and longer life: stimulating the vagus nerve, a major conduit of the body’s nervous system. Interest has surged among wellness circles, and recent expert commentary is giving cautious optimism to practices that may ease chronic inflammation—a common driver of serious illnesses.
For Thai readers, the relevance is clear. Noninfectious diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer now account for the majority of deaths worldwide. In Thailand, non-communicable diseases are the leading threat to healthy longevity, mirroring global trends. If a single nerve can influence inflammation, learning how to engage it could matter for public health here.