{HMW} How Humming Helps you find Harmony

Dear Reader,

Did you know your vagus nerve acts as the communication superhighway between your gut and brain?

Research published in the Journal of Neuroinflammation shows that this vital nerve pathway helps regulate digestion, mood, and stress responses. This gut-brain connection explains why emotional states can trigger digestive issues—and why calming your nervous system can improve both how you feel and how your body processes food.

Try this playful vagal nerve reset:

Hum your favorite tune for 30 seconds before eating.

Humming creates gentle vibrations that stimulate your vagus nerve, activating your "rest-and-digest" mode.

This simple practice calms your nervous system, improves digestion, and helps you be more present with your food. Plus, it's a delightful way to transition into mealtime with mindfulness and joy.

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Have it:

Interesting article alert: How to Make Someone Feel Seen and Heard​

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Made it:

​5-Senses Sunday​

My husband and I are headed next week to Eurovision again this year - this time in Basel, Switzerland! Here is my Swiss-inspired version of 5-Senses Sunday.

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This week, I am offering a free preview of my private podcast, Consciously Eaten, normally only offered for paid subscribers of Just One More Bite with Jenny Berk. In this episode we talk about how "Food Acoustics," i.e. the how our experience of sound both internally as we chew and in our external environments impact our satisfaction with eating.

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Want it:

I was today years old when I learned I need a special finger and hand massager.​

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Ingredient Spotlight:

Green Grapes

These vibrant little gems pack a refreshing punch that's as beneficial for your body as they are delightful to eat.

Green grapes contain resveratrol, a powerful antioxidant linked to heart health and inflammation reduction. They're also loaded with vitamin K, which supports bone health, and vitamin C for immune function.

When stress levels rise, the natural sugars in grapes provide a quick energy boost without the crash that comes from processed snacks. Their high water content makes them hydrating and perfect for hot days or post-workout recovery.

Try this roasted grape recipe from the Food Network​

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Announcements & Upcoming:

On Monday I shared that the Ultimate Homemaking Bundle is live.

I’ve had some time to peek through the content and I just had to share a few standouts you’re going to love:

🌿 The Essential Home Habits Course – Think of it as your reset button. You’ll learn how to create routines that work with your real life—not some perfect Pinterest board.

🍳 Meal Planning for Real Life – No more mystery fridge dinners. This resource is gold if your evenings feel like a chaotic cooking show.

📬 Mail Management Center – If your kitchen counter is drowning in unopened mail, this one's going to save your sanity. 🙌

These are just a few of the 25+ goodies inside—and they all come with lifetime access for just $28.

And yes, there are some sweet bonuses in there too. 💁‍♀️

But here’s the thing: it’s only available until Friday at midnight ET, and then it disappears.

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Extra Bytes:

What I'm Reading: Sorry I'm late, I didn't Want to Come, by Jessica Pan​

What I'm Watching: The Pitt - loving it so far.​

What I'm Listening to: This song, on repeat​

What I'm Eating: Baja Cobb Salads, with Black Beans & Chipotle Ranch​

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That's it for me this week. Hope you all have a happy and healthy hump day!

Warmly,

Jenny

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