Podcasts about Autonomic

In this episode of Talking Sleep, host Dr. Seema Khosla welcomes Dr. Abhishek Goyal, Professor and Head of Respiratory Medicine in Dehradoon, India, and Dr. Prakhar Agarwal, a pulmonologist in private practice in Bhopal, India, to discuss their research comparing fixed CPAP versus auto-titrating CPAP (APAP) on blood pressure control and autonomic nervous system response. For years, difficult-to-treat hypertension has been recognized as an indication for sleep studies, reflecting the assumption that treating sleep apnea improves blood pressure. But does the method of PAP therapy matter? Beyond achieving a residual AHI under 5, are there treatment nuances that could optimize cardiovascular outcomes? Dr. Goyal and Dr. Agarwal's research addresses these questions, building on landmark work by Dr. Pepin examining fixed versus auto-titrating PAP therapy. The motivation includes both clinical and economic considerations. A 2021 Portuguese study examined cost implications, and similar economic pressures exist in India where APAP is significantly more expensive than fixed CPAP. The study used a crossover design comparing fixed CPAP to APAP, measuring blood pressure dipping patterns and autonomic response to assess cardiovascular effects. The results have prompted Dr. Goyal to reconsider his clinical practice regarding pressure selection, raising important questions: If fixed CPAP offers superior blood pressure outcomes, should the standard practice of prescribing APAP devices be reconsidered? This challenges assumptions about adaptive algorithms and raises questions about prioritizing cardiovascular outcomes beyond AHI reduction. The episode contextualizes these findings within India's unique healthcare landscape, exploring surprising OSA incidence data and examining whether craniofacial anatomy or arousal patterns differ from Western populations. Dr. Agarwal discusses how pressures are typically determined and the practical differences between APAP 4-20 versus narrow-range settings. Whether you're prescribing PAP therapy for hypertension, optimizing cardiovascular outcomes, or seeking evidence-based approaches to pressure selection, this episode provides important international perspectives. Join us for this discussion that may prompt reconsideration of how we set PAP pressures and what outcomes we should prioritize.

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EASE OS™ Pillar: Enteric Have you done the elimination diet, the probiotics, the gut protocols — and something is still not right? In this episode of EASE OS™: The Human Skills, Dr. Connie Cheung explains why gut healing is consistently incomplete when it addresses diet without addressing the nervous system state driving the gut dysregulation in the first place. The enteric nervous system — your gut brain — contains more nerve endings than the spinal cord. It responds not just to what you eat but to what you are living. The chronic stress. The relationship the nervous system quietly braces around. The unresolved tension that has no space to complete. The gut registers all of it. Every day. And it has never lied about what it finds. In this episode you will learn: • What the enteric nervous system actually is and why it is far more than a digestive system • The exact physiological cascade that happens in the gut under chronic sympathetic activation — blood flow redirection, enzyme production, gut motility, intestinal permeability, and microbiome disruption explained in plain language • Why approximately 90% of gut-brain communication travels upward — from gut to brain — and what that means for mood, anxiety, and emotional regulation • Why the probiotic and the elimination diet produce partial results when the autonomic environment driving the dysregulation is not addressed first • Why your gut is not broken — it is the most accurate reporter in your body and it has been telling the truth about your life this whole time • The eating practice that begins to restore the communication pathway between your enteric system and your awareness • The closing question to carry into the week This is Episode 3 of EASE OS™: The Human Skills — a nine-episode series walking through the complete EASE OS™ framework one layer at a time. Each episode builds on the last. The Practice From This Episode: Before your next meal — smell the food first. Taste deliberately. Chew slowly. Notice what your body actually responds to with pleasure. Notice the fullness signal before it becomes uncomfortable fullness. This is not a diet practice. It is a listening practice. One meal. Today. Work With Dr. Connie: Clinical Diagnostic Intensive — a private multi-hour session that maps your specific upstream causes and produces a written EASE OS™ Orientation Map. Four spots this month. Application at drconniecheung.com → https://www.drconniecheung.com/Clinical-Diagnostic-Intensive Connect: Website: drconniecheung.com Instagram: @drconniecheung LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/conniejeon About Dr. Connie Cheung: Dr. Connie Cheung is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Board Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (IFMCP), MS Nutritionist, and Yoga Medicine Specialist with 25 years of clinical experience across multiple disciplines. She is the creator of EASE OS™ — a framework that integrates the four systems every body runs on: Enteric, Autonomic, Somatic, and Empowered Psychology. She built this framework as a complex patient herself — living with Lupus, kidney failure, and a transplant for 25 years — and as a clinician who watched fragmented care fail her patients for decades. EASE OS™ is the integration that was always missing.   PRIMARY SEO KEYWORDS ➣ gut health and nervous system ➣ why elimination diet doesn't work ➣ enteric nervous system explained ➣ Gut-brain connection ➣ Chronic gut issues root cause  ➣ leaky gut and stress ➣ functional medicine gut healing ➣ Gut microbiome and anxiety ➣ Why Probiotics Aren't Working ➣ integrative health podcast ➣ EASE OS™  ➣ Dr. Connie Cheung ➣ Gut healing without diet ➣ autonomic nervous system and digestion ➣ holistic gut health

Prodromal autonomic dysfunction has emerged as an important area of research in understanding Lewy body diseases, including Parkinson's disease, and dementia with Lewy bodies. Dr. Michelle Matarazzo sits down with three experts in the field, Dr. Abhimanyu Mahajan, Dr. Alison Yarnall, and Dr. David Goldstein to discuss the current evidence behind various disturbances and how they may precede classic motor and cognitive symptoms, such as cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, urinary, and thermoregulatory disturbances. Together they discuss how these early non-motor manifestations may be considered integral features of the disease process. Read the Scientific Issue on this topic.

in this reflection I deal with repressed and complicated grief regarding Mother's Day. Supporting themes: Inhibited/ masked grief; hypo- arousal; Alexithymia; Analytical safety. Trigger warning: There is a lot of sadness and a noticeable state of crying. Listen with care. Typology: INTJ; Enneagram 8; ESFJ; Enneagram 1

Interview with Alessandra Fanciulli, MD, PhD, and Eduardo de Pablo-Fernández, MD, PhD, authors of Phenoconversion in Pure Autonomic Failure: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Phenoconversion in Pure Autonomic Failure Pure Autonomic Failure and Central Synucleinopathy Risk

Interview with Alessandra Fanciulli, MD, PhD, and Eduardo de Pablo-Fernández, MD, PhD, authors of Phenoconversion in Pure Autonomic Failure: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Hosted by Cynthia E. Armand, MD. Related Content: Phenoconversion in Pure Autonomic Failure Pure Autonomic Failure and Central Synucleinopathy Risk

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Four years ago, Dr. Connie Cheung was running a thriving hot yoga and functional wellness business. Then, acute kidney failure from lupus nephritis changed everything. Recorded 16 days after her second kidney transplant, Dr. Connie shares the full story for the first time — in sequence, without the polished version. In this episode, you'll hear: → How lupus nephritis and acute kidney failure pulled her out of her hot yoga business and into a dialysis clinic — almost overnight → What it was like to undergo chemotherapy to save her kidneys — and have it fail  → Three years of home hemodialysis as a single mother — the schedule, the fear, the scary moments alone with the machine at midnight → Her twin sister who tried to donate a kidney, and why blood type O made matching nearly impossible → A yoga student who stepped forward to donate her kidney — and what that kind of generosity does to a nervous system that has been in survival mode for years → A kidney transplant that was severely rejected within weeks — and a medical team that dropped her, labeled her difficult, and walked away → Three more years on the transplant waitlist with a high PRA (panel reactive antibody) — two calls that came close and then fell through → Closing her business, losing her identity, and learning to hold fear and hope simultaneously → How EASE OS™ was born — not from research, but from a body that had no other option → Where she is now: 16 days post-transplant, grateful and terrified, and applying her own framework to her own recovery in real time This is not an inspirational story. It is the origin story of EASE OS™ — a health integration framework built around four systems: Enteric (gut brain), Autonomic (nervous system safety), Somatic (body as data), and Empowered Psychology (identity inside illness). ➢ If you have been told your labs are normal, but your body doesn't feel normal, this episode is for you. ➢ If you are a practitioner with complex patients whose results won't hold, this episode is for you.  ➢ If you have ever been labeled difficult by a system that ran out of answers — this episode is especially for you. Topics covered: lupus nephritis, kidney failure, chronic kidney disease, home hemodialysis, kidney transplant, transplant rejection, high PRA antibody sensitization, living kidney donor, functional medicine, nervous system regulation, chronic illness identity, medical trauma, integrative health, EASE OS™ framework, autonomic nervous system healing, somatic awareness, empowered psychology Learn more about EASE OS™: drconniecheung.com Apply for the Clinical Diagnostic Intensive: drconniecheung.com/Clinical-Diagnostic-Intensive Follow Dr. Connie on Instagram: @drconniecheung Primary keywords → kidney failure → kidney transplant → dialysis → lupus nephritis → home hemodialysis → transplant rejection → living kidney donor → chronic kidney disease → functional medicine → chronic illness  Secondary / long-tail keywords → high PRA transplant → nervous system regulation chronic illness → medical trauma healing → chronic illness identity loss → integrative health autoimmune  → labeled difficult patient → autonomic nervous system healing → somatic awareness illness → complex patient functional medicine →single mother chronic illness Long-tail keywords are where Dr. Connie has a real competitive advantage — no one else owns "high PRA transplant" or "labeled difficult patient" in the podcast space. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast and YouTube channel so you never miss an episode of the EASE OS: Less Effort, More Power! We release new episodes every week. Click here to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes: Apple Podcast: EASE OS™: Less Effort, More Power Click here to subscribe to our podcast on Spotify: Spotify: EASE OS™: Less Effort, More Power And if you liked this message, please leave us a review on iTunes!. Be sure to follow Dr. Connie on Instagram and Tiktok! Instagram: @drconniecheung  TikTok: @drconniecheung_ LinkedIn: Dr. Connie Cheung

Interview with Hemant Bhargav, MD, PhD, author of Yoga for Opioid Withdrawal and Autonomic Regulation: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Hosted by John Torous, MD. Related Content: Yoga for Opioid Withdrawal and Autonomic Regulation

Interview with Hemant Bhargav, MD, PhD, author of Yoga for Opioid Withdrawal and Autonomic Regulation: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Hosted by John Torous, MD. Related Content: Yoga for Opioid Withdrawal and Autonomic Regulation

What if one nerve quietly connects your brain to your heart, gut, immune system, and even how long you live? Dr. Elisabetta Burchi explains why the vagus nerve may be the missing link in stress resilience, cognition, and longevity.CHAPTERS:0:00 - The vagus nerve and longevity medicine0:27 - Show intro1:18 - Welcome Dr. Elisabetta Burchi from Florence2:04 - Psychiatry, neuroscience, INSEAD MBA6:25 - Joining Parasym as 4th employee14:10 - What is the vagus nerve? Neuromodulation 10118:00 - Autonomic nervous system: sympathetic vs. parasympathetic20:00 - Fight-or-flight and the modern chronic stress problem23:22 - Chronic stress as a driver of disease and aging26:30 - Vagus nerve stimulation as therapy28:40 - Vagal tone, HRV, and aging30:36 - Invasive vs. noninvasive VNS33:00 - How transcutaneous auricular VNS works34:00 - Published findings: HRV, inflammation, cognition36:00 - 55+ published clinical trials36:30 - Cardiovascular, long COVID, fibromyalgia38:00 - Cognitive enhancement in healthy people40:00 - How to use it: 30-minute sessions43:00 - Sleep improvement45:50 - Athletic recovery and performance anxiety47:22 - Elisabetta's personal routine49:56 - The future of neuromodulation55:00 - Long COVID data57:00 - Longevity medicine and vagal neuromodulation58:42 - ClosingREFERENCES:Parasym / Nurosym Scientific Evidence (50+ Studies):nurosym.com/scientific-evidencetaVNS Improves Long COVID Symptoms (Frontiers in Neurology, 2024):PMC11097097Cholinergic Anti-Inflammatory Pathway (PMC, 2018):PMC5826620HRV and Exceptional Longevity (Frontiers, 2020):PMC7527628Baseline HRV as Guide to taVNS Response (Translational Psychiatry, 2025):PMC12689627GUEST: Dr. Elisabetta Burchi, MD, MBA - Head of Research, ParasymHOST: Dr. Robert Lufkin MDNew episodes every Tuesday & Thursday. Subscribe so you don't miss one.Continue this conversation on Substack: https://robertlufkinmd.substack.comLies I Taught In Medical School — Free sample chapter: https://www.robertlufkinmd.com/lies/Web: https://www.robertlufkinmd.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/robertlufkinmdX: https://x.com/robertlufkinmdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertlufkinmd/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@robertlufkinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlufkinmd/

Join us in this episode for a conversation with Aaron Phillips, PhD, scientist and Associate Dean of the Medical School at the University of Calgary. In this conversation we discuss two papers, A neuronal architecture underlying autonomic dysreflexia published in the journal Nature, and An implantable system to restore hemodynamic stability after spinal cord injury published in the journal Nature Medicine. In these papers Dr. Phillips and his team first identify specific neuronal components, and their location, responsible for blood pressure increases due to autonomic dysreflexia. Then an implantable device is demonstrated to help control, via neuromodulation, blood pressure fluctuations in both pre-clinical models and people living with SCI. We invite you to listen in as Dr. Phillips outlines this tour de force in neurologically understanding, and intervening on, hemodynamic instability after SCI.

Are You Psychologically Safe? | Curious Now 34 What are the nature of the moments where our feelings of safety in a role evaporate, and we suddenly find ourselves feeling very exposed?: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-center-for-medical-simulation/id1279266822 There are moments when our perceptions of being able to do the task in front of us drain away, the floor drops out, and you have the thought, ‘I could really make a fool of myself here,' or “I could really hurt someone if I mess up.' Autonomic nervous system reactions take place, and we experience what organizational behaviorists call ‘threat rigidity.' We tend to be more controlling, less collaborative, and less exploratory. Workout of the Week: Detect the moments where you are feeling unsafe, and see what physiological, psychological, and other responses are happening for you. What is the quality of those feelings of unsafety? Leadership Coaching from Jenny Rudolph: https://harvardmedsim.org/personal-leadership-coaching-with-jenny-rudolph/ #healthcaresimulation #nursing #medicine #debriefing

In this episode, Aaron Phillips discusses haemodynamic instability following spinal cord injury, with particular focus on autonomic dysreflexia. The conversation reviews the neuronal mechanisms underpinning autonomic dysfunction, the clinical burden of hypertensive and hypotensive complications, and current management strategies. The episode also explores emerging therapeutic approaches, including the development and evaluation of implantable systems designed to restore haemodynamic stability.  Key Discussion Themes  Definition and clinical features of haemodynamic instability  Autonomic dysreflexia: mechanisms and patient impact  Chronic hypertensive and hypotensive complications 

In this episode Andrea Samadi welcomes back Dr. David Stephens to explore his new book, The Glucose Protocol, and the science showing how targeted glucose can restore brain function, improve mental clarity, and reduce symptoms linked to diabetes, autoimmune disorders, and chronic stress. They break down the difference between glucose and other sweeteners, explain why the brain prioritizes survival over higher-order thinking during stress, and share practical strategies—like on-the-spot glucose dosing—to regain focus and cognitive performance. Dr. Stephens also discusses biomarkers, clinical observations, and upcoming practical products to make brain refueling easy, offering hopeful, science-based approaches to restore long-term brain health. Watch interview on YouTube here https://youtu.be/zv70S5fZh2I Today's EP 388 we're welcoming Dr. Stephens back to the podcast to explore: The difference between glucose and other sugars Why blood sugar and brain glucose matter for cognitive performance What his newest research is revealing about brain restoration And how we can think more clearly about nutrition and brain health moving forward. Welcome back to Season 15 of the Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast. I'm Andrea Samadi, and here we bridge the science behind social and emotional learning, emotional intelligence, and practical neuroscience—so we can create measurable improvements in well-being, achievement, productivity, and results. When we launched this podcast seven years ago, it was driven by a question I had never been taught to ask— not in school, not in business, and not in life: If results matter—and they matter now more than ever—how exactly are we using our brain to make these results happen? Most of us were taught what to do. Very few of us were taught how to think under pressure, how to regulate emotion, how to sustain motivation, or even how to produce consistent results without burning out. That question led me into a deep exploration of the mind–brain–results connection—and how neuroscience applies to everyday decisions, conversations, and performance. That's why this podcast exists. Each week, we bring you leading experts to break down complex science and translate it into practical strategies that we can all apply immediately. When the brain, body, and emotions are aligned, performance stops feeling forced—and starts to feel sustainable. Season 14 showed us what alignment looks like in real life. We looked at goals and mental direction, rewiring the brain, future-ready learning and leadership, self-leadership, which ALL led us to inner alignment. And now, Season 15 is about understanding how that alignment is built—so we can build it ourselves, using predictable, science-backed principles. Because alignment doesn't happen all at once. It happens by using a sequence. And when we understand the order of that sequence — we can replicate it. By repeating this sequence over and over again, until magically (or predictably) we notice our results have changed. Season 15 we've organized as a review roadmap, where each episode explores one foundational brain system—and each phase builds on the one before it. Rather than focusing on outcomes, hacks, or motivation alone, we examine the core brain systems that must be stable before learning, performance, and leadership can emerge. Episodes are organized around a simple but powerful progression: Phase 1: Regulation & Safety — the nervous system foundation for learning Phase 2: Neurochemistry and Motivation—dopamine balance + Emotional regulation Phase 3: Cognition & Learning — attention, memory, and executive function Phase 4: Perception & Social Intelligence — how we read ourselves and others Phase 5: Integration & Meaning — how experience becomes insight and growth Each system builds upon the one beneath it, reminding us that when foundations are ignored, progress is temporary. When they are strengthened, performance becomes sustainable. Season 15 is not a review of past episodes—we are connecting neuroscience, emotional regulation, and learning into a clear framework for improved human potential. Because performance is not built from the top down. It emerges from the foundations up. PHASE 1: REGULATION & SAFETY Staples: Sleep + Stress Regulation Core Question: Is the nervous system safe enough to learn? Anchor Episodes Episode 384[i] — Baland Jalal How learning begins: curiosity, sleep, imagination, creativity Episode 385[ii] — Bruce Perry “What happened to you?” — trauma, rhythm, relational safety Episode 386 –Thoryn Stephens Turning biometrics (HRV, sleep data, metabolic markers) into actionable protocols. Episode 387 Dr. Sui Wong[iii] Autonomic balance, lifestyle medicine, brain resilience Episode 388 Rohan Dixit HRV, real-time self-regulation, nervous system literacy For today's EP 388, we welcome back Dr. David Stephens, a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist renowned for his expertise in brain function and mental health. Discover groundbreaking insights into how glucose can be a game-changer in restoring brain function, mental health, and overall productivity. Dr. Stephens shared his compelling journey with us that led to the revelation of glucose as a crucial element in brain restoration. From understanding the perceptible differences between glucose and sugar to unraveling common myths about brain health, this conversation is packed with scientific insights that challenge traditional paradigms that explored how restoring glucose levels could revolutionize our mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. I believe in Dr. Stephens' mission mostly because I've experienced life-changing results when I started to read labels, and cut out sugar after a podiatrist told me this would improve my health back in 2005. The results I've noticed are significant. But now, I understand sugar and glucose at a different level. I have lots of follow up questions for Dr. Stephens, and am excited to learn more about what he has discovered since we last spoke. Episode Introduction This week on The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast, we are revisiting a past guest who joined us in December 2024 on Episode 350[iv]. Dr. David Stephens is a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist known for his research on brain function, mental health, and the role of glucose in cognitive performance and recovery. In our previous conversation, Dr. Stephens introduced a fascinating concept: that glucose may play a far more important role in brain restoration and mental health than many of us realize. Since that interview, Dr. Stephens has continued his research and recently released new insights in his book Restored Hope, exploring how glucose regulation may influence cognitive performance, emotional stability, and overall brain health. This topic is especially meaningful to me personally. Back in 2005, a podiatrist suggested I eliminate sugar from my diet to improve my health. After making that change and becoming more mindful of reading nutrition labels, I noticed significant improvements in how I felt physically and mentally. But what I've learned since speaking with Dr. Stephens is that understanding sugar and understanding glucose are not the same thing—and that difference may change how we think about nutrition and brain health. Dr. Stephens, welcome back to the podcast. How have you been since we last spoke? Q1: Dr. Stephens, thank you for reaching back to me about your new book, and research. I'm sure you could tell that this topic is important to me. We've covered a few podcast episodes on “The Damaging Effects of Sugar on the Brain and Body” with research that came from my foot doctor, who had me change my diet in 2005, and my health turned around for the better. Can we review what should we understand about glucose, vs sucralose that is connected to weight gain and type 2 diabetes? Q2: What's important about understanding our blood sugar vs glucose levels in the brain? Q3: I've also posted a comment from our last interview that gave an overview of the definition of sucrose vs sucralose. Then I wondered, is sucralose bad for our brain? Sometimes I make sugar free hot chocolate, and I know that I once looked this up. I'm sure Dr. Daniel Amen recommends Stevia as a brain-healthy sweetener, but I'm sure I once forgot, and bought Splenda by mistake. Can you explain the difference and do you agree with Dr. Amen that we should choose Stevia over Splenda? Q4: Can you share what you have uncovered since we last spoke in December 2024? I did read what you had sent me, but I will need it translated into English. • Fructose-controlled design (with biomarker panels HRV, FDG-PET, inflammatory markers, RBANS domains). • AI assisted hypothesize generation for theory building • This book ranks Q5: I followed some of the questions that came through on the YouTube Comments since our last episode. Many were positive, and support your research but every once in a while, someone will comment something negative about this topic. I find it interesting, because the podiatrist who told me to stop eating sugar years ago said the exact same thing. He found it difficult to fight against the criticism. What have you noticed and how do you handle people who don't understand what you have uncovered? Q6: What else is important for us to understand? Q7: Some people have asked for updated information on where they can find you. Can you share the best way for people to reach you? Dr. Stephens, I believe in your mission, and look forward to reading your new book. Thank you for sharing your research with us, and look forward to hearing what from you as you write more books on this topic, to help us to take our brain health seriously. Key Takeaways from This Episode 1. The Brain Runs on Glucose Glucose is the brain's primary fuel source. When glucose regulation is disrupted, it can affect cognition, focus, emotional regulation, and mental health. 2. Not All “Sugar” Is the Same Many people use the words sugar and glucose interchangeably, but they are chemically different and can affect the body in different ways. Understanding these differences can help people make more informed nutrition decisions. 3. Artificial Sweeteners Raise Important Questions Sweeteners like sucralose (Splenda) may not behave the same way as natural glucose or other sugars in the brain and body. This is an area of ongoing research and debate, and understanding the metabolic impact of these substitutes is important. 4. Brain Health Is Deeply Connected to Metabolism Dr. Stephens' research suggests that metabolic processes, inflammation, and brain energy systems may play a much larger role in mental health and cognitive performance than we previously understood. 5. Science Evolves Through Debate Innovative research often meets skepticism. Scientific progress depends on healthy debate, continued research, and open dialogue. Listener Action Steps 1. Become Aware of Your Nutrition Labels Start reading labels and becoming more aware of added sugars, sweeteners, and ingredients in your daily diet. Small changes can have meaningful long-term effects. 2. Pay Attention to Your Brain Energy Notice how your focus, mood, and energy levels respond to different foods. Your brain's fuel matters for performance, learning, and emotional regulation. 3. Stay Curious About New Research Topics like nutrition, metabolism, and brain health are constantly evolving. Stay open to learning and questioning new findings. Just like we mention in this interview, there was a day that Andrea would not eat butter. Understanding glucose is another paradigm shift. 4. Prioritize Brain Health Holistically Nutrition is only one piece of the puzzle. Brain health is also supported by: sleep stress regulation exercise recovery social connection Closing Summary As we continue exploring the neuroscience behind health, performance, and learning, conversations like this remind us that our brain is deeply connected to the systems that fuel it. Understanding how the brain uses energy—through glucose, metabolism, and nutrition—opens new doors for improving mental clarity, emotional well-being, and long-term brain health. Dr. Stephens, thank you for returning to the podcast and for continuing to explore this important topic. For those who want to dive deeper, we'll link to Dr. Stephens' latest book that you can pre-order now, and our original conversation from Episode 350 in the show notes. Feel free to reach out directly to Dr. Stephens through his contact information below. RESOURCES: Watch our original interview here EP 350 https://youtu.be/T0R3uvBbHPE MORE ABOUT DR. STEPHENS Dr. David Stephens is a seasoned clinician and leader in issues related to mental health, who has focused his efforts over the last 15 years on neuroscience. As a former supervising psychologist at the Colorado State mental hospital and a director in correctional mental health, he brings a unique perspective to the challenges faced by individuals with mental health and substance use disorders. He is a sought-after expert in the fields of brain function, mental, and correctional mental health. His work has been instrumental in shaping policies related to mental health care within correctional settings. Dr. Stephens has spent the majority of his career training statewide directors of mental health within the correctional system on brain function as well as geriatric issues facing the nation's prisons. He served as the academic Dean of professional psychology, including both Master's and Doctoral programs. He has been interviewed several times to discuss topics related to mental health, correctional mental health, brain function, addiction, and marriage. Dr. Stephens has dedicated his life to helping educate everyone he encounters on the importance of knowing and understanding these topics. CONNECT with DR. DAVID STEPHENS  Phone:  573 590-4638  Email:  dstephens@restoredhumanity.com Website: https://www.glucoseprotocol.com/  PRE-ORDER The Glucose Protocol: A Practical and Scientific Guide to Brain Restoration of Health.  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GQQYNX4Z#:~:text=The%20Glucose%20Protocol,Read%20more REFERENCES: [i] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE 384 “How Learning Begins in the Brain: Sleep, Safety and Curiosity (Revisiting Dr. Baland Jalal) https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/hypnagogic-genius-capture-your-best-ideas-at-the-edge-of-sleep/   [ii]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE 385 “Safety First: Why a Regulated Brain is the Key to Learning” (Revisiting Dr. Bruce Perry) https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/safety-first-why-a-regulated-brain-is-the-key-to-learning/   [iii]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE 387 with Dr. Sui Wong “Your Eyes: The Brain's Early Warning System”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/your-eyes-the-brain-s-early-warning-system/   [iv] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE 350 “Unlocking Brain Health with Dr. David Stephens”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/unlocking-brain-health-with-dr-david-stevens/  

MCAS. POTS. Hypermobility. GI symptoms that don't quite fit the usual boxes.   On this episode of The Gut Show, Dr. Alexis Cutchins joins us to unpack what cardiology has to do with GI—and why these systems are far more connected than most people realize.   We dive into the emerging overlap between cardiology, gastroenterology, and immune-driven conditions, exploring why these patterns so often show up together, what red flags clinicians should be watching for, and why GI symptoms may actually start far beyond the gut—especially when dysautonomia, heart palpitations, dizziness, and persistent fatigue are part of the picture.   Mentioned in this episode:  MASTER Method Membership FREE IBS Warrior Summit Take the quiz: What's your poop personality? MCAS episode   About our guest:  Dr. Alexis Cutchins is a board-certified Cardiologist and founder of Cutchins Cardiovascular Medicine. I began this work after years of caring for patients with POTS, MCAS, hypermobility, and other conditions that many doctors were not prepared to manage. My dedication to this patient community is what led me to build a practice centered on their needs. I wanted to create something different for people who are often under-recognized and left without answers. At Cutchins Cardiovascular Medicine, we provide inclusive, high quality support for those living with complex chronic illness. Follow on Instagram   Thank you to our partners:   @imodifyhealth is the leader in evidence-based, medically-tailored meal delivery offering Monash Certified low FODMAP, Gluten free, and Mediterranean meals - expertly crafted to help you achieve better symptom control AND improve overall health.    The best part? They make it easy by doing all prep work for you. Simply choose the meals you want, stock your fridge or freezer when meals arrive at your door, then heat and enjoy when you're ready. Delicious meals. Less stress. Complete peace of mind.   Check out modifyhealth.com and save 35% off your first order plus free shipping across the US with code: THEGUTSHOW.     @fodzyme is the world's first enzyme supplement specialized to target FODMAPs.   When sprinkled on or mixed with high-FODMAP meals, FODZYME's novel patent-pending enzyme blend breaks down fructan, GOS and lactose before they can trigger bloating, gas and other digestive issues.    With FODZYME, enjoy garlic, onion, wheat, brussels sprouts, beans, dairy and more — worry free! Discover the power of FODZYME's digestive enzyme blend and eat the foods you love and miss.   Visit fodzyme.com and save 20% off your first order with code THEGUTSHOW. One use per customer.   @mbiotaelemental is the next generation of the elemental diet. Developed with leading gastroenterologists and food scientists, it's the first formula that's both clinically effective AND genuinely easy to drink.   If you're looking for an option to support SIBO or your gut, mBIOTA Elemental may be one to consider. Learn more at mbiota.com and save 20% on their two-week protocol with code GUTIVATE.    

Autonomic medications are some of the most commonly used — and commonly tested — drugs in nursing practice. In this episode, we break down the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems in a clear, practical way so you can connect receptors to real-world patient care. We'll review key drug classes like beta blockers, alpha agonists, anticholinergics, and cholinergic agents, focusing on mechanisms, common indications, and high-yield adverse effects nurses must recognize. You'll learn how to anticipate vital sign changes, monitor for safety concerns, and avoid common medication errors. Whether you're preparing for exams or strengthening bedside confidence, this episode will simplify autonomic pharmacology and give you practical pearls you can apply immediately in clinical practice. Your support helps me provide more free resources like this! Consider supporting and getting more amazing pharmacology content! Head on over to meded101.com/nurse

Do you have clients who never seem to warm up despite your best efforts? In this episode, I speak with my trusty podcast producer, Tony, about the autonomic system and how it relates to pain and mobility. I talk about the involuntary nature of the autonomic system, the relationship between voluntary and involuntary function, how the body will anticipate physical activity, the neuro-anatomy of autonomic function, pain and threat, gait, breathing, blood-pressure, bone-conduction headphones, warm-ups, and more. I also talk about how to determine if someone is having issues with their autonomic system, what tools you can use when making assessments, and different stimuli that can be used to improve autonomic function. While autonomic function may not be under your direct conscious control, there are still a lot of ways to affect your autonomic function for the better to decrease pain and improve health and performance. Thank you to my podcast idea man and coach, Tony Fowler (Instagram: @tone_reverie) for helping me put together this episode! Free Resources: Join our mailing list HERE to stay up to date on the latest updates from Kruse Elite Join our free Neuro Masterclass here to get a taste of how neurology impacts your movement and pain issues Subscribe to our YouTube HERE for in-depth educational videos and tutorials Whenever you're ready here's how we can help you: Become an expert in problem solving movement and pain issues with our beginner neuro course, Neuro Foundations Master applied neurology so you can feel confident you can help anyone who walks through your door by joining our advanced neuro course, The Neuro Dojo

This episode of Inside EMS is brought to you by ZOLL software and data solutions. Optimize EMS performance and outcomes at every stage of operations with interoperable solutions from dispatch, to patient care, QA/QI, billing and beyond. Visit zolldata.com to learn about the complete solution suite. This week on Inside EMS, Chris Cebollero takes on one of the most anxiety-inducing topics in paramedic education: alpha and beta receptors. Sparked by a question from paramedic student April McKenzie, a.k.a., “April Anonymous,” this episode strips away rote memorization and replaces it with something far more useful in the field — understanding the why behind the medicine. There's no fluff here; no cheesy memory tricks that fall apart under stress. Just physiology, practical mental models and a challenge to start practicing medicine with intention. If pharmacology has ever felt random, this episode connects the dots in a way that finally clicks. Quotable takeaways “Every medication you give in EMS is doing one of two things: It's either pushing the gas pedal or it's releasing the brake — that's it. If you don't understand which one you're doing, you're guessing, even if the protocol says you're right.” “We really have to become the ultimate detective of the body.” “Every patient is somewhere between gas and brake at all times. Those systems are constantly working, they're not off. It's just a dimmer switch. Every medication pushes one system or pulls the other system back into play.” Enjoying Inside EMS? Email theshow@ems1.com to share feedback or suggest guests for a future episode. 

Our bodies are truly amazing. They do countless processes without us ever even thinking about it - or often times even knowing it's happening! That's our autonomic nervous system hard at work. However, our broken world from food to air quality, toxins to medications often cause our autonomic nervous system to dysregulate - or malfunction. Today we're talking about some of the most common ways our systems malfunction and most importantly, what you can do to correct the problems!  www.invisionchiropractic.com/schedule

This episode of Inside EMS is brought to you by ZOLL software and data solutions. Optimize EMS performance and outcomes at every stage of operations with interoperable solutions from dispatch, to patient care, QA/QI, billing and beyond. Visit zolldata.com to learn about the complete solution suite. This week on Inside EMS, Chris Cebollero takes on one of the most anxiety-inducing topics in paramedic education: alpha and beta receptors. Sparked by a question from paramedic student April McKenzie, a.k.a., “April Anonymous,” this episode strips away rote memorization and replaces it with something far more useful in the field — understanding the why behind the medicine. There's no fluff here; no cheesy memory tricks that fall apart under stress. Just physiology, practical mental models and a challenge to start practicing medicine with intention. If pharmacology has ever felt random, this episode connects the dots in a way that finally clicks. Quotable takeaways “Every medication you give in EMS is doing one of two things: It's either pushing the gas pedal or it's releasing the brake — that's it. If you don't understand which one you're doing, you're guessing, even if the protocol says you're right.” “We really have to become the ultimate detective of the body.” “Every patient is somewhere between gas and brake at all times. Those systems are constantly working, they're not off. It's just a dimmer switch. Every medication pushes one system or pulls the other system back into play.” Enjoying Inside EMS? Email theshow@ems1.com to share feedback or suggest guests for a future episode. 

Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) is often misunderstood... but it's real, common, AND treatable. In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, vestibular physical therapists Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS and Dr. Carly Lochala, PT, NCS sit down with Dr. Julie Hershberg, PT, NCS to explain what FND is, why it's been minimized in healthcare, and how it overlaps with dizziness, migraine, dysautonomia/POTS, hypermobility/EDS, and vestibular disorders.They break down brain networks like the default mode network and salience network, discuss common clinical clues (variability, attention-related shifts), and explain how treatment often starts with nervous system regulation, trust-building, and whole-person care—not just exercises.If you've been told your symptoms are “all in your head,” this episode is for you.Guest: Dr. Julie Hershberg / Reactive PT Instagram: @reactiveptResources: FND resources hub, reactivept.com/FNDresourcesHosted by:

Leading neurorehabilitation expert Julie Hershberg, PT, DPT, NCS, joins host J.J. Mowder-Tinney, PT, PhD, to dismantle the persistent myths and "weird" clinician behaviors that often hinder the treatment of functional neurological disorder (FND). Together, they bridge the gap between outdated assumptions and current neuroscience, exploring the predictive brain model and the high prevalence of comorbid conditions. You will learn why practitioners should shift from a diagnosis of exclusion to a positive clinical framework that prioritizes building trust and addressing underlying sensory processing difficulties. You will also gain actionable strategies to treat FND with the same clinical rigor and confidence as any other neurologic condition, ensuring your patients feel truly seen and supported.Learning ObjectivesAnalyze the evidence around functional neurological disorder (FND), including common myths, neurobiological mechanisms, and diagnostic clarityApply evidence-based, practical strategies to actionably address assessment and treatment planning for individuals with FND, including sensory, autonomic, and psychosocial factorsSolve patient case scenarios involving FND by using whole-person, trust-building approaches to guide interdisciplinary treatment and improve functional outcomesTimestamps(00:00:00) Welcome(00:00:05) Introduction and clinical training gaps(00:01:30) Guest background and professional evolution(00:03:37) Overcoming the stigma of "weird" therapy(00:08:30) Debunking common FND myths(00:10:10) Clinical diagnosis and neurological evidence(00:13:27) Reviewing current treatment research(00:16:30) Screening for comorbid conditions(00:18:10) Autonomic nervous system considerations(00:20:09) Integrating sensory and lifestyle factors(00:21:45) Patient triage and readiness for change(00:26:58) Acceptance of the brain-based model(00:29:04) Assessment priorities and heavy hitters(00:32:37) Practical sensory and autonomic interventions(00:35:45) Establishing radical trust with patients(00:37:46) Family education and environmental influence(00:39:55) Promoting patient advocacy and autonomy(00:46:10) Top three actionable takeaways(00:47:04) Case studies in holistic recovery(00:53:15) Creative adaptations in functional therapyNeuro Navigators is brought to you by Medbridge. If you'd like to earn continuing education credit for listening to this episode and access bonus takeaway handouts, log in to your Medbridge account and navigate to the course where you'll find accreditation details. If applicable, complete the post-course assessment and survey to be eligible for credit. The takeaway handout on Medbridge gives you the key points mentioned in this episode, along with additional resources you can implement into your practice right away.To hear more episodes of Neuro Naviagators, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.medbridge.com/neuro-navigators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you'd like to subscribe to Medbridge, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.medbridge.com/pricing/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/medbridgeteam/

Host: Jeffrey BeseckerGuest: D' Layne Benson, Registered Nurse and Therapeutic Breathwork FacilitatorIn this episode of The Light Inside, we delve into the concept of "false calm" and its implications for emotional regulation and mental health. Our guest, D' Layne Benson, shares her insights on how over-resourcing and cognitive control can mute adaptive feedback signals, leading to short-term quiet but long-term signal loss.We explore how containment and pacing can build capacity, reduce rupture, and allow coherence to emerge without interpretive intrusion. D' Layne explains that true regulation isn't about feeling better but about staying present with what's activated. We discuss how false calm can keep individuals disconnected and how to recognize it in real-time.D' Layne shares her experiences as a registered nurse and how they led her to explore the role of overfunctioning in high-stress careers like healthcare. She highlights the common trend among caregivers who often neglect their own emotional regulation while focusing on others.We also touch on the concept of functional freeze, where individuals appear composed on the outside but are in a state of internal shutdown. D' Layne provides practical advice on how to notice and address these states, both in oneself and in clients.Throughout the episode, we discuss the importance of relational attunement, the impact of early childhood neural imprints on our perception of safety and threat, and the role of cognitive override in burnout. D' Layne emphasizes the need for scheduling rest and reflection, especially for high-performing individuals who use productivity as a defense against emotional discomfort.Finally, we explore the nuances of breathwork as a tool for emotional regulation and how it can help individuals reconnect with their bodies in a safe and controlled manner. D' Layne shares her personal journey and how breathwork played a crucial role in her own healing process.Join us as we unpack these complex topics and provide actionable insights for better emotional regulation and mental well-being.Timestamps[00:03:48] False calm and emotional bypassing.[00:04:36] False calm in caregiving.[00:09:12] Observing emotional dysregulation patterns.[00:11:25] Nervous system and safety perception.[00:15:07] Autonomic nervous system dynamics.[00:22:11] Busyness as emotional shield.[00:26:00] Scheduling time for reflection.[00:27:25] Building authentic self-worth.[00:30:31] Safety and internal narratives.[00:35:04] Doxaxic reasoning and bias.[00:39:31] Curiosity about personal biases.[00:42:43] Caregiving and self-neglect.[00:45:51] Breath as a diagnostic tool.[00:51:45] Self-healing and awareness.[00:52:13] Rhythmic breathing's healing power.[00:56:20] Sustainable change through repetition.[01:00:20] Value and meaning in care.CreditsHost: Jeffrey BeseckerGuest: D' Layne BensonExecutive Program Director: Anna GetzProduction Team: Aloft Media GroupMusic: Courtesy of Aloft Media GroupConnect with host Jeffrey Besecker on LinkedIn.

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Vertical Valor magazine.Listen closely for your chance to win awesome prizes from Heli Life! Throughout 2025, every episode of The Hangar Z Podcast will reveal a secret word. Once you catch it, head to contests.verticalhelicasts.com to enter!This special episode was originally recorded for the Vertical MRO Podcast. The information in the recording was so valuable, I felt the Hangar Z community needed to hear it. Ronnie Ries, a co-host of the Vertical MRO Podcast, and I, sit down with Jamie Wood, CEO and founder of the bio-technology platform Autonomic.Jamie is changing the way people think and learn about their brains. Through neuroscience-based products and cutting edge technologies, her mission is to elevate human potential by bringing personalized brain health solutions to the masses. Jamie's work focuses on supporting driven individuals in high-demand environments that rely heavily on their cognitive abilities.  This includes helicopter pilots, tactical flight officers, maintenance engineers, executives, leaders, employees, athletes, and students. Jamie is a speaker, mentor, brain performance expert, and researcher. Having bootstrapped her brain performance technology company and brought a scientifically proven cognitive enhancement solution to market, Jamie understands the unique demands placed upon the brains of highly driven individuals in high-performance environments. Jamie has worked with some of the most exciting up-and-coming leaders in tech, gaming, extraction, marketing, student organizations, and big data. Jamie has led groundbreaking research studies looking at brain health in high-stress environments using Mobile EEG, and sits on the cutting edge of brain health technology working alongside world leading neuroscientists. She has worked with over 100 founders and is a sought after speaker for Fortune 500 companies and top tech conferences including the Vertical MRO Conference. During the conversation we explore the critical role of cognitive performance in aviation maintenance and operations. Jamie shares her work with aviation maintenance colleges and organizations, where she has built effective programs to help address burnout and improve focus and mental sharpness. Together, we unpack how fatigue, hydration, nutrition, and sleep, directly affect safety and high performance in the hangar and beyond.This is a must-listen for anyone passionate about human performance, aviation safety, and creating an environment that empowers teams to thrive.Thank you to our sponsors Canyon AeroConnect, Precision Aviation Group and Summit Aviation.

Jalesh Panicker leads a compelling discussion with Philip Bearn, Charles Argoff, and Elise De on the complexities of chronic pelvic pain and autonomic dysfunction, reflecting on their ICS-EUS round table Abu Dhabi.  ICS Masterclass: Personalizing Care for Patients with OABTuesday, 25 November 2025 | 16:30 - 18:00 GMTwww.ics.org/masterclassJoin our highly interactive ICS Masterclass, chaired by Howard B Goldman, and engage directly with an outstanding panel of experts. This dynamic session invites you to share experiences, ask questions, and learn from leading specialists in urology and urogynaecology.Through its annual meeting and journal, the International Continence Society (ICS) has been advancing multidisciplinary continence research and education worldwide since 1971. Over 3,000 Urologists, Uro-gynaecologists, Physiotherapists, Nurses and Research Scientists make up ICS, a thriving society dedicated to incontinence and pelvic floor disorders. The Society is growing every day and welcomes you to join us. If you join today, you'll enjoy substantial discounts on ICS Annual Meeting registrations and free journal submissions. Joining ICS is like being welcomed into a big family. Get to know the members and become involved in a vibrant, supportive community of healthcare professionals, dedicated to making a real difference to the lives of people with incontinence.

Amar is a 5x founder who helped birth Tinder (it was the 10th project—after the first 9 failed), then sold his next company to Ford for putting a platform in every single vehicle they make.But the wildest part? He got Ford to commit in under a year by doing something most founders would never do: he asked for SO MUCH money that only the CEO could approve it. That one move made him "part of the transformational change" instead of a vendor they could ignore.In this episode, Amar breaks down the exact pricing strategy he used to land an 8-figure deal, why founders who sell discounted pricing are sabotaging themselves, and what it actually takes to compete against billion-dollar incumbents like Carta (his current company, Mantle, is doing exactly that).If you're trying to sell to enterprise, wondering if you should bootstrap or raise, or questioning whether your market even exists—this episode will reset how you think about all of it. Amar's built companies in mobile, vehicles, security, and fintech. He knows what works.Why You Should Listen:Learn the pricing trick that got a CEO to sign off to an 8-figure deal.Discover why asking for MORE money (not less) is how you win enterprise dealsWhy getting told "you're nuts" might mean you're dead rightMaster the one metric that matters more than ARR in the early daysKeywords:startup podcast, startup podcast for founders, enterprise sales, 5x founder, product market fit, pricing strategy, Tinder origin story, competing with incumbents, bootstrapping vs raising, SaaS pricingChapters:(00:00:00) Intro(00:03:56) The Start & Finding PMF for Tinder(00:09:04) Xtreme Labs(00:12:18) Autonomic(00:17:03) The Contract Turned Acquisition(00:22:04) The origin of Mantle(00:28:56) Going into a Dominated Category(00:32:39) Raising & Pitching for Mantle(00:40:01) One Piece of AdviceSend me a message to let me know what you think!

Hour 1 -As you float aimlessly in the twilight zone of the week, know that Jacob & Tejay are stuck in the middle with you. In this segment They Gush about how the Chiefs will easily score 40 plus for the rest of the season and cruise to victory in Super Bowl LX.

The radio call comes in. A student's refusing to move, and suddenly, everyone's looking at you to fix it.Here's what nobody ever told us in grad school: defiance and dysregulation can look the same from the outside, but they require completely different responses.This episode gives you a clear, evidence-based way to figure out the difference, match the right tool to the right circumstance, and keep your cool when the pressure's on.Join for the masterclass Oct 19: schoolforschoolcounselors.com/mastermindReferencesCorrigan, F. M., Fisher, J. J., & Nutt, D. J. (2011). Autonomic dysregulation and the window of tolerance model of the effects of complex emotional trauma. Journal of Psychopharmacology, 25(1), 17-25.Lebowitz, E. R., Panza, K. E., & Bloch, M. H. (2016). Family accommodation in obsessive-compulsive and anxiety disorders: A five-year update. Expert Review of Neurotherapeutics, 16(1), 45-53.Shahan, T. A. (2022). Explaining extinction and relapse. Journal of the Experimental Analysis of Behavior, 117(3), 360-375. Siegel, D. J. (2012). The developing mind: How relationships and the brain interact to shape who we are (2nd ed.). Guilford Press.**********************************All names, stories, and case studies in this episode are fictionalized composites drawn from real-world circumstances. Any resemblance to actual students, families, or school personnel is coincidental. Details have been altered to protect privacy.

What happens when the medical establishment tells you your debilitating symptoms are "all in your head"? Dr. Diana Driscoll shares her journey from successful optometrist to disabled POTS patient and groundbreaking researcher. After a virus triggered debilitating autonomic dysfunction, she and her children faced severe health issues, prompting her to seek answers when traditional medicine failed them.Dr. Driscoll developed the Driscoll Theory, identifying three critical factors in conditions like POTS: high intracranial pressure, cardiovascular inflammation, and vagus nerve dysfunction. Surprisingly, standard treatments often exacerbated patients' conditions.Using her optometry skills, she identified subtle eye abnormalities indicating blood vessel damage, leading to the development of supplements like Parasym Plus that target the underlying issues affecting the autonomic nervous system. Now, her children live normal lives, proving recovery is possible.Dr. Driscoll's message is one of hope for those facing invisible illnesses: "There's always a reason for illness." Through POTS Care and ongoing research, she continues to seek answers for patients worldwide, offering support for anyone fighting for validation and effective treatments.Dr. Diana Driscoll. Expert on POTS Syndrome. The Patient's Researcherhttps://drdianadriscoll.com/Send us a text Delivering Happy Mail around the world!We have sent thousands of cards to isolated illness warriors, facilitated hundreds of pen pal relationships, and reached countless family members, caregivers, and medical professionals with messages of hope and acknowledgment.Join our mission to send 100,000 cards of support to patients with long-term illnesses.About our organization | Cards2warriors Are you living with a chronic illness and want to make your voice heard? Rare Patient Voice connects patients and caregivers with research opportunities—so you can share your experiences and get paid for your time! Your insights help drive real change in healthcare.Let's Get Started - Rare Patient Voice Keep your spoons close and support system closer.Support the showSupport:https://rarepatientvoice.com/Myspooniesisters/https://www.etsy.com/shop/MySpoonieSistershttps://www.graceandable.com/?bg_ref=980:nzTyG6c9zK (Use code GAJen10) Website: https://myspooniesisters.com/ Discount Codes: GIANT Microbes | Gag Gifts, Teacher Gifts, Doctor Gifts, Gifts for Girlfriends and Boyfriends code SPOONIE20 for 20% off

Masati is a visionary thought leader and the CEO and Founder of Xponential Intelligence Science, a groundbreaking field dedicated to the study and application of Dimensional Consciousness for the advancement of humanity. With a profound focus on eliminating human suffering and awakening consciousness, Masati leverages his unique understanding of quantum physics, space-time, and the power of frequencies to guide individuals toward profound transformation. Having experienced three near-death experiences, Masati emerged with extraordinary abilities and knowledge far ahead of our time. These experiences ignited his passion for exploring the deeper realms of human potential, leading him to develop Xponential Intelligence (XI), a transformative methodology that empowers individuals to achieve real-time life changes. Through XI, Masati works on the core frequency level, helping to redesign and reprogram one's blueprint to materialize fast, tangible results in all areas of life, including health, wealth, relationships, and spirituality. Over the past 14 years, Masati has shared his expertise with a global audience, reaching over 100 countries through his speaking engagements, podcasts, and personal sessions. His work has consistently led to life-altering results, with countless testimonials attesting to his ability to clear layers of distortions, awaken latent potential, and manifest abundance effortlessly. In this episode, Masati opens with an account of his 1st near death experience and how that put him on the path he is on today. He talks about the bigger picture of what we are, his experience with psychedelics, and gives a personal reading to Tara.   RESOURCES: Learn more about Masati here: https://thexicode.com/ Instagram: @XImasati Get 15% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara   CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 5:10 Masati's background 7:40 First NDE 15:15 Psychedelics 29:45 Autonomic nervous system 35:18 Your life's patterns 42:26 Tara's realizations about her parents 46:20 On the border of space and time experience 52:30 DMT Dreams 56:10 How to connect with Masati   WORK WITH ME: Are you looking for help on your wellness journey? Here's how I can help you: TRY COACH TARA APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app LEVEL UP PROGRAM: http://taragarrison.com/level-up INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats   SOCIAL MEDIA:  Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison   INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv   If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the ‘Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap ‘Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!

Concussions don't always show up on scans—but they can reshape mood, sleep, focus, and quality of life. In this direct conversation on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, Dr. Ayla Wolf—acupuncturist, funct/ional neurology practitioner, and author of The Concussion Breakthrough—explains why many post-concussion symptoms are missed, how autonomic nervous system dysregulation drives anxiety, and why brain inflammation is a crucial, often misunderstood piece. We cover practical, non-pharmaceutical strategies (vision–vestibular rehab, targeted drills, acupuncture, clean nutrition, toxin reduction) and how to track progress with clear, objective markers. If you or someone you love has “mystery” brain fog, dizziness, or mood shifts after a head impact, this episode is a grounded roadmap to smarter recovery. Guest: Dr. Ayla Wolf About the Guest  : Dr. Ayla Wolf is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, founder of Healing Response: Acupuncture & Functional Neurology, host of Life After Impact: The Concussion Recovery Podcast, and author of the 600-page guide The Concussion Breakthrough: Discover the Missing Pieces to Recovery. She blends science and integrative care to help patients resolve complex, lingering effects of head injury. Key Takeaways: Concussions are often invisible injuries. Many never receive a formal diagnosis; symptoms like anxiety, depression, brain fog, and sleep issues may surface months later. Standard scans can miss functional problems. ER CTs rule out bleeds and fractures but don't diagnose concussion or dysautonomia. Autonomic nervous system (ANS) dysregulation is central. Imbalances in sympathetic/parasympathetic tone can show up as racing heart, sweating, overwhelm, and heightened stress reactivity. Brain inflammation is misunderstood. It can be regional (not “whole brain”), influenced by diet, toxins, and lifestyle; medicine lacks a single “blockbuster” drug solution. Assessment must be individualized. No one-size protocol—patients present with different blends of neck/vestibular/ocular/cognitive issues. Use objective markers to track progress. Balance tests, eye-movement integrity, and positional challenges help verify whether therapies are working. Therapy can be creative and multimodal. Vision–vestibular drills, targeted movement, cervical care, and acupuncture can modulate blood flow, immune activity, and attention networks. Lifestyle matters. Whole foods, clean water, toxin reduction, and sleep hygiene lower neuroinflammatory load and support recovery. Multiple concussions compound risk. Early “compensations” can fail after later hits, worsening symptoms and extending recovery timelines. Validation is therapeutic. Clear exams plus education help patients feel believed—and engaged—in their healing plan. Connect with the Guest   Website & resources: LifeAfterImpact.com Email: lifeafterimpact@gmail.com Instagram: @LifeAfterImpact Podcast: Life After Impact on Apple, YouTube, Spotify, and major platforms   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

Get Cozy Earth temperature-cooling sheets and use code WITSANDWEIGHTS for 20% off: witsandweights.com/cozyearth--Tracking every calorie, hitting your workouts consistently, staying in that deficit... but the scale isn't budging? Your energy is tanking and you're obsessing about food despite all your effort?This ONE thing is the often-overlooked catalyst that determines whether you can lose fat efficiently with good energy and minimal cravings, or find yourself stuck in a miserable cycle of extremely low calories and poor results.It's... recovery!Rest and recovery acts as your body's operating system, controlling whether you can lose fat eating plenty of calories with good energy, or get stuck at very low calories feeling miserable with terrible biofeedback.Main Takeaways:Recovery determines how much you can eat while still losing fat consistently by supporting higher energy expenditureSleep restriction can reduce fat loss by 55% compared to adequate sleep in the same caloric deficitChronic stress elevates cortisol, promoting visceral fat storage and water retention that masks progressPoor recovery creates a downward spiral: decreased performance → lower calorie burn → harsher deficits → worse recoveryStrategic recovery practices support higher NEAT, better training performance, and optimal metabolic functionEpisode Resources:Adaptive Cardio Workshop Replay at live.witsandweights.com/replaySubmit a question for the podcast (and get a personal reply plus a shoutout). Just go to witsandweights.com/questionTimestamps:0:00 - Why your deficit isn't working 3:29 - Why traditional weight loss approaches fail 7:41 - The master controller of fat loss efficiency 11:53 - The #1 saboteur of fat loss even in a reasonable deficit 16:04 - Recovery-performance feedback loop 19:33 - Autonomic nervous system and measurable recovery markers 22:29 - Metabolic adaptation and why recovery acts as a buffer 23:45 - How recovery creates an upward spiral 26:42 - Recovery is NOT the opposite of intensitySupport the show

Lately, I've been thinking about the increasing use of the term “dysregulated.” This is an effective term that expresses having difficulty accessing calm in the body and brain after a stressful situation. When we think about nervous system regulation, we often overlook the fact that its foundations are largely built in the first years of life. Though we don't “remember” this time, it continues to influence us as adults.The good news is that, even if our early experiences weren't ideal, we can still move toward greater attachment security, and thus better emotional regulation, positive beliefs about ourselves and others, and healthier ways of relating.In this episode, I discuss:* What attachment is and why the first three years are so foundational* How our nervous system develops through our early attachment experiences, specifically,* Right and left brain differentiation* Limbic system* Autonomic nervous system, which includes the vagus nerve (that puts us into rest, digest and connect)* The main attachment styles and how they shape our beliefs, emotions, and behaviors* The influence of early stress, high cortisol life-long regulation* Why culture's "left brain dominance" can leave us disconnected from empathy, embodiment, and nuance* Practical ways we can start to nurture secure attachment and grow more self-compassion, even later in lifeFor me, this is not about blaming parents but about understanding the impacts of arguably the most important time in our lives. This is also a reminder that it is never too late for us to learn to become responsive caregivers to ourselves.If you have a specific situation, concern or question that you would like me to react to in a future newsletter/episode, please email that to support@courtneysnydermd.com. Names will never be shared.Until next time,CourtneyTo learn more about non-patient consultations, treatment, and monthly mentorship groups, please visit my website at:CourtneySnyderMD.comCourtney Snyder, MD This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit courtneysnydermd.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of the Bendy Bodies Podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein sits down once again with fellow pain specialist Dr. Pradeep Chopra to take listeners on a guided “walk” through the GI tract. From teeth to the stomach and beyond, they uncover how connective tissue disorders like EDS (Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes) and HSD (Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders) along with POTS (Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome) and MCAS (Mast cell activation syndrome), can trigger unexpected abdominal pain and digestive challenges. Along the way, they explore overlooked diagnoses like Eagle Syndrome, SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth), and MALS (Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome), while also revealing hacks and strategies that empower patients to better understand and manage their symptoms. This is part one of a two-part deep dive into GI issues you won't want to miss. Takeaways Why EDS patients often have “dancing teeth” and unique dental vulnerabilities How Eagle Syndrome can masquerade as severe TMJ pain or headaches The hidden role of MCAS in driving throat and GI inflammation Why overlooked compression syndromes like MALS and SMA cause devastating abdominal pain A surprising at-home hack with beets that can reveal slowed gut motility Find the episode transcript here. References: AGA Clinical Practice Update on GI Manifestations and Autonomic or Immune Dysfunction in Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: Expert Review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40387691/ Want more Dr. Pradeep Chopra? Find previous Bendy Bodies episodes with Dr. Chopra here: ⁠https://www.bendybodiespodcast.com/guests/dr-pradeep-chopra/⁠ Website: ⁠https://www.painri.com/⁠ Contact Dr. Chopra's Office: ⁠⁠snapa102@gmail.com Want more Dr. Linda Bluestein, MD? Website:  ⁠⁠https://www.hypermobilitymd.com/⁠⁠. YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/@bendybodiespodcast⁠⁠⁠  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hypermobilitymd/⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/BendyBodiesPodcast⁠⁠⁠  X: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/BluesteinLinda⁠⁠⁠  LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypermobilitymd/⁠⁠⁠  Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠https://hypermobilitymd.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠ Shop my Amazon store ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/hypermobilitymd⁠⁠⁠ Thank YOU so much for tuning in. We hope you found this episode informative, inspiring, useful, validating, and enjoyable. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to level up your knowledge about hypermobility disorders and the people who have them. Join YOUR Bendy Bodies community at ⁠⁠https://www.bendybodiespodcast.com/⁠⁠. YOUR bendy body is our highest priority! Use this affiliate link for Algonot to get an extra 5% off your entire order: ⁠⁠https://algonot.com/coupon/bendbod/⁠⁠ Learn more about Human Content at ⁠⁠⁠http://www.human-content.com⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Advertising/Business Inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠sales@human-content.com⁠⁠⁠ Part of the Human Content Podcast Network FTC: This video is not sponsored. Links are commissionable, meaning I may earn commission from purchases made through links ⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Monday Motivation! Join the #1 nursing educator, Prof. Regina Callion, MSN, RN, as she breaks down on Asperger's Syndrome — a vital topic every nursing student must understand for compassionate care and NCLEX success.   Whether you're preparing for the NCLEX-RN or NCLEX-PN, this quick, focused review will boost your clinical knowledge and confidence. Don't miss this essential topic for your NCLEX success!

In this episode of Talking Sleep, host Dr. Seema Khosla welcomes Dr. Luca Baldelli, a neurologist from the University of Bologna and Treasurer-Elect of the International REM Sleep Behavior Disorder Study Group, to discuss breakthrough research on predicting which RBD patients will develop neurodegenerative diseases. Building on the AASM's updated RBD guidelines, Dr. Baldelli presents compelling evidence for using simple autonomic reflex testing to identify patients at highest risk for phenoconversion to conditions like Parkinson's disease and dementia with Lewy bodies. His research demonstrates that objective autonomic testing, particularly orthostatic assessments, can reveal early neurogenic orthostatic hypotension that precedes overt neurodegeneration by years. The conversation explores practical clinical applications: How can sleep medicine practitioners implement these screening protocols? What constitutes abnormal autonomic function in RBD patients? How do we interpret changes over time, and when should patients be referred for neurological evaluation? Dr. Baldelli shares his longitudinal monitoring framework that could transform how we counsel RBD patients about their future risk. This episode addresses critical questions about biomarker development in prodromal neurodegeneration, the timeline of autonomic changes, and evidence-based approaches to patient discussions about prognosis. Dr. Baldelli also discusses current research initiatives and potential therapeutic interventions for high-risk patients. Whether you're a sleep medicine physician, neurologist, or researcher interested in neurodegenerative diseases, this episode provides essential insights into improving early detection and patient care in RBD. Join us for this informative discussion that bridges sleep medicine and neurology to enhance clinical decision-making and patient outcomes.

In this episode, Dr. Nadia Khalil interviews Dr. Nathaniel Robbins, the Director of the Autonomic and Small Fiber Neuropathy program at Mass General Brigham, on POTS. In this episode, they review the diagnostic criteria, clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, adjunctive testing, and management.

Dr. Elizabeth Coon and Dr. Peter Novak discuss how central sensitization plays a role in the autonomic symptoms-sings dichotomy and the importance of addressing both conditions for optimal treatment. Show references:  https://www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/CPJ.0000000000200463 

Dr. Elizabeth Coon talks with Dr. Peter Novak about how central sensitization plays a role in the autonomic symptoms-sings dichotomy and the importance of addressing both conditions for optimal treatment. Read the related article in Neurology® Clinical Practice.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org. 

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The pelvic floor isn't just another muscle—so why do we treat it like one?The pelvic floor is different from every other muscle or area in the body, and if we don't acknowledge that, we won't get the best results for our patients.This is a replay of one of our most thought-provoking episodes! While I'm out on maternity leave, we're bringing back some of the best conversations we've had over 500+ episodes.In this episode, we break down five key ways the pelvic floor is unique:✅ Autonomic innervation – The pelvic floor has both voluntary and involuntary control, making treatment more complex.✅ Unique anatomy & function – It doesn't have a typical origin/insertion like other muscles.✅ Interconnected with organs – Unlike most muscles, the pelvic floor is woven into multiple organ systems.✅ Emotional & psychosocial components – Trauma, stigma, and cultural attitudes impact pelvic health treatment.✅ You can't rest it – The pelvic floor is always in use, which makes healing more challenging.When we understand these differences, we can treat the pelvic floor more effectively—instead of relying on outdated approaches that don't take its complexity into account.Tune in to hear why there's no such thing as a simple pelvic floor patient!About UsNicole and Jesse Cozean founded Pelvic PT Rising to provide clinical and business resources to physical therapists to change the way we treat pelvic health.   PelvicSanity Physical Therapy (www.pelvicsanity.com) together in 2016.  It grew quickly into one of the largest cash-based physical therapy practices in the country.Through Pelvic PT Rising, Nicole has created clinical courses (www.pelvicptrising.com/clinical) to help pelvic health providers gain confidence in their skills and provide frameworks to get better patient outcomes.  Together, Jesse and Nicole have helped 600+ pelvic practices start and grow through the Pelvic PT Rising Business Programs (www.pelvicptrising.com/business) to build a practice that works for them! Get in Touch!Learn more at www.pelvicptrising.com, follow Nicole @nicolecozeandpt (www.instagram.com/nicolecozeandpt) or reach out via email (nicole@pelvicsanity.com).Check out our Clinical Courses, Business Resources and learn more about us at Pelvic PT Rising...Let's Continue to Rise!