The Vagus Nerve Breakthrough: Fighting Inflammation Without Drugs — with Dr. Kevin J. Tracey (Part 1 of 2) EP 168

“Someday, devices that stimulate the vagus nerve may replace many of the drugs people take for chronic disease.”— Dr. Kevin Tracey  Key Resources & Links  Dr. Kevin J. Tracey’s new book: The Great Nerve  Dr. Kevin J. Tracey’s TedTalk: Watch Here  Center for Bioelectronic Medicine: Official Site  SetPoint Medical: Official Site  Clinical Trials: clinicaltrials.gov  Follow me on Instagram for updates and giveaways: @BarbaraHannahGrufferman  Why Listen to This Episode?  In this first of a two-part series, I sit down with Dr. Kevin J. Tracey, neurosurgeon, CEO of the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, and founder of the field of bioelectronic medicine. He’s also one of the most widely cited medical experts in the world. Together, we explore the science behind the vagus nerve, a vast communication highway between your brain and body that is proving to be a powerful regulator of inflammation.  Just weeks ago, the FDA approved the first implantable vagus nerve device for rheumatoid arthritis, a breakthrough that could pave the way for treating other conditions without drugs. Dr. Tracey explains what this milestone means, how the device works, and why it could someday replace some of the medications people rely on for chronic disease management.  What You’ll Learn in Part 1  What the vagus nerve is, where it’s located, and why it matters.  How inflammation drives diseases like heart disease, Alzheimer’s, arthritis, and more.  The story behind the FDA-approved device that may change how we treat rheumatoid arthritis.  Why bioelectronic medicine could represent a seismic shift in healthcare.  ENTER TO WIN A COPY OF ‘THE GREAT NERVE’! How to enter: listen to the episode, share the link on Instagram and tag me @BarbaraHannahGrufferman⁠ . You’ll be automatically entered to win a copy of this seminal book.   If you’re enjoying Age Better, I’d be so grateful if you left a quick review wherever you listen.      And if there’s a topic or question you’d love for me to cover in a future episode, send a note to [e-mail] -- I love hearing from you!    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices