The good news is that you have access to this on your own, but it does require regular practice. To some degree, you are genetically predisposed to varying levels of vagal tone, but this still doesnât mean that you canât change it. Here are some ways to tone the vagus nerve: Slow, rhythmic, diaphragmatic breathing.
Milk is a source of high-quality protein, calcium and vitamin D, and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that toddlers drink 3 4-ounce servings of milk per day. Children age 12 to 24 months should drink whole milk, and children over the age of 2 should drink low-fat (1 percent) or non-fat milk.
The amount of milk a child should consume each day depends on his age. A serving size of milk is equivalent to 1 cup, or 8 fluid ounces. If your child doesnât like to drink milk, other protein- and calcium-rich dairy products can replace cowâs milk in a healthy diet.