Vagus Nerve Hacking for Autoimmune Relief: DIY Guide 2025
The FDA approved the first vagus nerve stimulator for rheumatoid arthritis in 2025, with 75% of patients free from biologics after one year. DIY methods—ear-clip TENS units, cold exposure, slow breathing—may offer similar anti-inflammatory benefits by activating the inflammatory reflex, a neural circuit that suppresses cytokines like TNF-alpha. While evidence is preliminary, protocols using 25 Hz stimulation, 10–30 minutes daily, show safety and promise. Track progress via heart rate variabil...
