JJ’s Power Picks

Vagus nerve 101, fasting and inflammation, meditate to age powerfully Vagus nerve 101, fasting and inflammation, meditate to age powerfully ͏‌ Íâ€Œ Íâ€Œ Íâ€Œ  ͏‌ Íâ€Œ Íâ€Œ Íâ€Œ  ͏‌ Íâ€Œ Íâ€Œ Íâ€Œ  [JJ Virgin]( Hi ,   Here are my Power Picks of the week!  [JJ's Power Pick]( [How Intermittent Fasting Can Lower Inflammation]( While we know intermittent fasting can reduce chronic inflammation, scientists weren't sure how. This recent study sheds light on one possible explanation. During fasting periods, your body experiences elevated levels of a particular type of fat known as arachidonic acid (AA). Click the link above to read about this study, where researchers exposed folks undergoing fasting to an inflammation-triggering stimulus and the fascinating inflammation-lowering results.   [Meditation as a Powerful Tool for Aging Powerfully]( Mental well-being is just as crucial as physical fitness for aging powerfully. Practicing meditation can help foster a healthier, more resilient mindset. An 18-month study among 137 healthy older adults (the most extensive randomized meditation program carried out to date) found that meditation offered several mental benefits, including connection with others, compared to other interventions. Click the link above to learn about the other benefits of meditation that researchers discovered.   [Unlocking Calm and Control Through The Vagus Nerve]( The vagus nerve helps control everything from the pelvic floor to digestive health and sexual function. When it functions well, this nerve can help alleviate menopausal symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings. However, stress can disrupt impair its ability to work well. Click on the link above to learn about various no- to low-cost strategies to stimulate the vagus nerve at home, improving conditions like depression and chronic pain while managing perimenopausal symptoms more effectively. A timely read during National Stress Awareness Month!   Love, JJ   P.S. The Apollo wearable can monitor and enhance your health by stimulating the vagus nerve, which is key in managing stress and promoting relaxation. By aiding in stress resilience, this convenient band (wear it on your wrist or ankle or as a clip attached to your clothing) supports better sleep, improved focus, quicker recovery, and overall well-being, making navigating daily activities and social interactions easier. Learn more about the Apollo wearable and get $40 off your next purchase with code JJDISCOUNT [here](.*   *I couldn’t make it without supportive relationships, and I bet you feel the same! That’s why my team and I offer you products and services we believe in. If you happen to purchase something I recommend here, I may receive some kind of compensation. However, I only bring you partners whose content and core values will serve you with the same commitment to excellence my team and I strive for every day. Please be in touch with any concerns.   If you are looking for additional information on aging powerfully through your 40s and beyond, please visit the [JJ Virgin website]( for various resources including guides, books, programs, Reignite Wellness supplements, and more. You can also join my community on [Facebook](,  [Instagram](, and [Pinterest](! [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [Youtube]( Reignite Wellness 14 Commerce Blvd. Palm Coast Florida 32164 United States You are subscribed to this email as {EMAIL}. Click here to modify your [preferences]( or [unsubscribe](.