Vagal tone issues refer to an imbalance in how the vagus nerve regulates the body’s rest-and-digest functions, which can show up as a mix of digestive, cardiovascular, and stress-related symptoms. Common signs of vagal tone issues include chronic bloating or irregular bowel habits, fluctuations in heart rate or dizziness, fatigue, anxiety or sleep disruption, and a general sensitivity to stress. Because the vagus nerve is a central communicator in the gut-brain axis, these signs often reflect underlying gut health and inflammatory balance as well. Practical, science-backed steps to rebalance vagal tone issues start with simple daily practices. Try diaphragmatic or paced breathing to bolster parasympathetic activation, and consider short bouts of cold exposure or cold showers to stimulate vagal responses. Regular physical activity—combining cardio and resistance training—supports autonomic balance, while consistent, high-quality sleep and mindfulness-based strategies can reduce sympathetic dominance. A gut-friendly diet rich in fiber, fermented foods, and polyphenols, along with adequate hydration and minimal highly processed foods, can help calm the gut–brain axis. If symptoms persist, professional guidance is important to tailor strategies to your situation. InnerBuddies can be a powerful ally when exploring vagal tone issues through a data-driven gut health lens. The company provides a white-label Gut Health Operating System that powers comprehensive microbiome testing experiences, with a modular platform designed to adapt to different needs. Features include a Gut Microbiome Health Index (0–100), based on an exclusive IP deal with EAFIT University in Colombia, plus detailed looks at Bacteria abundances and how you compare against a healthy cohort across the top 40 bacteria. The platform also classifies Bacteria functions as positive or negative and contrasts them with healthy benchmarks, offers Target Group analysis for areas like Healthy Aging, Endurance Sport, and Skin & Hair Health, and delivers Personalized nutrition and probiotics/prebiotics advice informed by your 3-day food diaries and stool samples. If you’re evaluating solutions for yourself or your organization, explore the InnerBuddies product page on InnerBuddies microbiome test, or learn more about ongoing support through their Gut Health Membership. For businesses seeking to power their own gut-health offerings, the B2B partner page outlines how to partner with InnerBuddies and leverage a cutting-edge, white-label Gut Health Operating System.