The Health Upgrade Podcast

In this episode of the Health Upgrade Podcast, I dive into the science behind doomscrolling, from why we get stuck endlessly on our phones late at night to what’s really happening inside our brains and bodies during those scrolling marathons. I explore the neuroscience of decision fatigue, explain how our visual systems and nervous states are affected, and uncover how screen habits send us into stress mode instead of helping us truly wind down.

One concept discussed was the powerful link between our visual focus and nervous system state, illustrating how narrowing our gaze on our phones turns off the calming vagus nerve and ramps up stress hormones. I also share practical strategies like the 20-20-20 rule, physiologic sigh breathing, and creating tech boundaries in the evening to support better sleep and healthier habits.

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Dr. Navaz Habib
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Creators and Guests

Host
Navaz Habib
Author, Speaker, Founder of Health Upgraded. Helping high performers address inflammation and health challenges by activating their Vagus Nerve.

What is The Health Upgrade Podcast?

This podcast is for high-performing entrepreneurs, healthcare professionals, and those who want to upgrade every aspect of their lives by experiencing UPGRADED energy, UPGRADED focus, and UPGRADED ability to show up, every day of their lives. Dr. Navaz Habib and JP Errico will bring you weekly shows including interviews with world-class experts in functional medicine, longevity, health, high performance, and functional movement. We aim to bring you game-changing tools to upgrade your performance, so you can eliminate what is holding you back, show up in your business, relationships, and family, and bring your gifts to the world.

Find out more at: www.healthupgradepodcast.com