BRS6(PM6) - Sympathetic Activation & Parasympathetic Recovery
1. Definition
Regulation of sympathetic arousal and recovery into parasympathetic states after stress, exercise, or cognitive demand.
2. Mechanistic Basis
↑ autonomic flexibility; ↑ recovery capacity; ↓ persistent sympathetic tone
3. Dependencies
3.1 KCs (Key Constraints)
3.2 Optional BRSX Modifiers
- None listed
3.3 Co-factors
- magnesium
- omega-3
- B vitamins
4. Dietary Modulation
breathing practices → ↑ parasympathetic activation; recovery walks → autonomic downshift; magnesium-rich foods → neuromuscular support; caffeine late day → antagonistic sympathetic input
5. Functional Outputs (Directional Effects)
↑ autonomic flexibility; ↑ recovery capacity; ↓ persistent sympathetic tone
6. System Integration
Integrated within BRS6(FM3) as a recovery-control mechanism balancing activation and downshift after stress or exertion.
7. Key Insight
PM5 captures recovery quality: not just stress activation, but the efficiency of return to parasympathetic regulation.
8. Functional Mechanism Ownership
- BRS6(FM3)
9. Intervention Dominance
- Lifestyle-Dominant
10. Constraints and Failure Modes
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11. Notes
- Evidence Type: Human + mechanistic
- Evidence Notes: Lifestyle-dominant PM; diet supports recovery but does not replace breathing, sleep, and stress work.
Mechanism Summary Table
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| PM ID | BRS6(PM6) |
| FM Ownership (Column P) | BRS6(FM3) |
| Dose Target / Requirement | Daily recovery practices with nutrient support |
| Coverage Timing | Daily |
| Response Type | Immediate–Builds |
| Functional Latency | Same day–Weeks |
12. References
- Missing bibliography entry: [Thayer et al. (2012) — https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22178086/]
- Missing bibliography entry: [Lehrer & Gevirtz (2014) — https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24867734/]
13. Missing Entities
- None flagged from this row-level pass