parasympathetic nervous system
US /ˌpærəˌsɪmpəˈθetɪk ˈnɜːrvəs ˌsɪstəm/
UK /ˌpærəˌsɪmpəˈθetɪk ˈnɜːrvəs ˌsɪstəm/

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sistema nervoso parasimpatico
the part of the autonomic nervous system that slows the heart rate, increases intestinal and gland activity, and relaxes sphincter muscles
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Activation of the parasympathetic nervous system promotes rest and digestion.
L'attivazione del sistema nervoso parasimpatico favorisce il riposo e la digestione.
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The vagus nerve is a major component of the parasympathetic nervous system.
Il nervo vago è una componente principale del sistema nervoso parasimpatico.