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I'd love to hear from you - Send me a text message Healing Isn't Serious, It's Sacred and PlayfulSomewhere along the way, healing became heavy.We were taught that growth has to be intense. That transformation must be serious. That if we're not digging deep into trauma, we're not doing it “properly.”But what if healing is not meant to feel like punishment?In this episode, I explore the power of joy, laughter, and lightness in the healing journey. We talk about why some of our most powerful, grounded, and clear moments happen when we are laughing deeply… when we feel playful… when we feel safe.I share reflections on:• Why joy is a sign of nervous system safety• How seriousness can become a survival pattern• The energetic power of laughter• Reconnecting with your inner child• How subtle inner child work can create profound shifts• Healing across time — past, present, and futureThere is great power in joy.There is clarity in play.There is healing in celebration.This episode is an invitation to soften… to reconnect with the part of you that once felt carefree… and to remember that healing is not just about processing pain, it's also about reclaiming your light.The episode concludes with a separate guided meditation: Inner Child Joy Activation.May this be your reminder that healing isn't serious.It's sacred.And it's playful.
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In this episode with the prolific, wise and beautiful Ayesha Ophelia, we chat about the current state of love, relationships, men and money - speaking about a wide array of topics like masculine-feminine polarity, shadow work, spirituality vs ground level relationship skills, and so much more.Ayesha Ophelia is a spiritual teacher, author, and creative visionary working at the intersection of mythology, embodiment, and cultural renewal. She is the founder of Humanities, an online unlearning platform equipping visionaries with the tools to bring their dreams into reality, and the author of The New Romantics. Through immersive experiences and intimate groups, she guides artists and visionaries to expand their voice, power, and presence.Connect with Ayesha:https://www.theunlearningportal.comhttps://www.ayeshaophelia.comhttps://www.instagram.com/ayeshaophelia/https://www.youtube.com/@ayeshaophelia—About me:My name is Leigh-Anne LoPinto, and I'm a psychologist and breathwork teacher specializing in relationships. For the past 15 years, I've worked with people 1:1 and in groups. I help people who are done with repeating the same patterns over and over again, and want healthy love and connection built on a secure foundation.Book a Free Intro Call:https://www.love-evolved.us/start-here.htmlJoin the Community:https://www.love-evolved.us/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leighannelopinto.substack.com
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On this episode, we'll be covering episode 4 of season 8 of Love During Lockup. On this episode, Titus' cousin helps him talk to Monique again, Emily and Justin debate on whether content is closer to cheating than prostitution, Bonita has got to find a way to keep Moo Moo finding out she sold his stuff, and Ayesha gets to the bottom of Mikhael's sentence. If you like what you hear, please give us a five star rating and leave a review. If you/ also watch 90 Day Fiance, you should check out our other podcast feed. You can reach us on Instagram (@90DayMmkay) or shoot us an email at 90DayMmkay@gmail.com We will be back next week to cover episode 5.
I'd love to hear from you - Send me a text message In this gentle, nurturing meditation, Ayesha guides you through an energetic clearing and soul replenishment journey designed to restore balance after emotional or mental overwhelm.⭐️Perfect for sensitive souls, empaths, and anyone feeling energetically saturated, this practice supports:•Releasing heavy or stagnant energy•Calming the nervous system•Softening mental overactivity•Reconnecting to your inner steadiness•Replenishing your life force
I'd love to hear from you - Send me a text message Why So Many Souls Feel Tired Right NowThere is a particular kind of exhaustion moving through humanity right now.Not just physical tiredness…But soul-tiredness. Nervous system fatigue. Emotional overwhelm. A quiet sense that something isn't quite right in the world.In this episode, Ayesha speaks compassionately about why so many sensitive souls feel drained, disoriented, or deeply affected by what is being revealed in our collective reality.She shares her own awakening journey from over 20 years ago, the moment she realised that the world was not as it appeared, and the deep unraveling that followed. While that period was confronting, it eventually led her to a powerful question:
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On this episode, we'll be covering episode 4 of season 7 of Love During Lockup. On this episode, Ayesha explores Mikhael's house, Justin's exes have thoughts about his compatibility with Emily, Rich consults with a psychic over his relationship with Felicia, Moo Moo arranges for GG to pick up his stuff, and Kayleigh coordinates an ambush of Michael's mom. If you like what you hear, please give us a five star rating and leave a review. If you/ also watch 90 Day Fiance, you should check out our other podcast feed. You can reach us on Instagram (@90DayMmkay) or shoot us an email at 90DayMmkay@gmail.com We will be back next week to cover episode 5.
Subscribe on Patreon and hear this week's full patron-exclusive episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/150271215 Beatrice speaks with Ayesha Siddiqi about “anti-aging” trends and longevity influencers as symptoms of imperial decline and the role the wellness industry has played in producing this moment of heightened fascism. Runtime 1:22:30 We're testing out a new Bookshop.org page (still under construction), where you can find books by past guests and book recommendations from the hosts. Find it here: bookshop.org/shop/deathpanel Show links: Get Health Communism here: bookshop.org/a/118130/9781839765179 Find Tracy's book Abolish Rent here: bookshop.org/a/118130/9798888902523
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I'd love to hear from you - Send me a text message Body Listening + Chakra scan with Sacred Frequencies This guided meditation is an invitation to slow down and listen deeply to the body.Through gentle awareness, breath, and sacred sound, you'll be guided to reconnect with your body's innate intelligence — the part of you that remembers safety, balance, and wholeness.Rather than forcing release or “fixing” anything, this meditation supports the body in softening naturally when it feels listened to. Awareness is brought through the body and energy centres as an interconnected system, allowing space for integration, grounding, and heart-centred presence.This meditation is especially supportive if you:• Feel stuck in survival mode• Carry tension or emotional holding in the body• Want to deepen somatic awareness and intuition• Are seeking gentle, nervous-system-supportive healingAllow the sound and stillness to guide you home — to a place your body already knows
Expert Topic: Office return policies under scrutiny as labour risks grow Guest: Ayesha Karjieker - Associate - Employment Law at CDH.
Most people think dementia starts with memory loss. But for millions, it actually begins decades earlier: in the blood vessels. Long before someone forgets a name or misses an appointment, the brain is being quietly damaged by high blood pressure, cholesterol imbalance, poor sleep, inflammation, and chronic stress, day after day, year after year. This kind of damage doesn't look dramatic. There's no big stroke, no clear warning sign. It happens slowly and silently, which is why it's so often missed until it's too late. But here's the good news: vascular dementia is one of the most preventable and manageable forms of cognitive decline. When caught early, lifestyle changes and medical interventions can help slow the onset and manage the effects. In this episode, we explore: What vascular dementia and vascular cognitive impairment are, and how they differ from Alzheimer's disease Why most dementia cases involve both vascular damage and neurodegenerative pathology (mixed dementia) How blood vessel damage begins in childhood and accumulates silently for decades The role of high blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, sleep disorders, and chronic stress in damaging brain vasculature Why slowed thinking, movement, and processing speed are hallmark signs of vascular cognitive decline The critical importance of the endothelium: the thin lining of blood vessels that controls brain health How lifestyle factors like nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress management protect and repair vascular health Why managing blood pressure early is one of the most powerful interventions for long-term brain health (and why everyone should have a blood pressure monitor at home!) How vascular damage can be slowed, even in midlife Practical steps for prevention across the lifespan, from childhood through older adulthood Our guest for this episode is DR. COLUMBUS BATISTE, a board-certified interventional cardiologist, an incredible science communicator, and author of 'Selfish: A Cardiologist's Guide to Healing a Broken Heart'. Dr. Batiste brings deep expertise on how cardiovascular health shapes brain health, and why protecting the endothelium (the inner lining of blood vessels) is foundational to longevity. His work emphasizes that all roads to longevity are paved by the heart, and what's good for the heart is good for the brain! 'Your Brain On…' is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai. SUPPORTED BY: NEURO World, a science-based brain health community designed to help you protect your brain long before problems begin. Learn more at https://neuro.world/ 'Your Brain On… Vascular Dementia' • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 8 ——— LINKS Dr. Columbus Batiste: https://drbatiste.com/ Instagram: @HeartHealthyDoc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbatiste ——— FOLLOW US Join NEURO World: https://neuro.world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraindocs YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thebraindocs ——— REFERENCES Core Definitions & Diagnostic Framework • Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th ed.) - American Psychiatric Publishing • Vascular contributions to cognitive impairment and dementia - https://doi.org/10.1161/STR.0b013e3182299496 • Classifying neurocognitive disorders: The DSM-5 approach - https://doi.org/10.1038/nrneurol.2014.181 Epidemiology & Public Health Burden • Neuropathological diagnosis of vascular cognitive impairment and vascular dementia with implications for Alzheimer's disease - https://doi.org/10.1007/s00401-016-1571-z • Vascular dementia - https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(15)00463-8 • Risk reduction of cognitive decline and dementia: WHO guidelines - WHO Press Small Vessel Disease & Subcortical Vascular Dementia • Small vessel disease: Mechanisms and clinical implications - https://doi.org/10.1016/S1474-4422(19)30079-1 • Cerebral small vessel disease: From pathogenesis and clinical characteristics to therapeutic challenges - https://doi.org/10.1016/S1474-4422(10)70104-6 • The clinical importance of white matter hyperintensities on brain magnetic resonance imaging - https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.c3666 Mixed Dementia & Alzheimer–Vascular Overlap • Mixed brain pathologies account for most dementia cases in community-dwelling older persons - https://doi.org/10.1212/01.wnl.0000271090.28148.24 • Early role of vascular dysregulation on late-onset Alzheimer's disease - https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neurobiolaging.2016.04.009 • The pathobiology of vascular dementia - https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neuron.2013.10.008 Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy (CAA) • Cerebral amyloid angiopathy and Alzheimer disease—one peptide, two pathways - https://doi.org/10.1038/s41582-019-0281-2 • Emerging concepts in sporadic cerebral amyloid angiopathy - https://doi.org/10.1093/brain/awx047 Genetics, Inflammation, and Repair • Apolipoprotein E controls cerebrovascular integrity via cyclophilin A - https://doi.org/10.1038/nature11087 • TREM2—A key player in microglial biology and Alzheimer disease - https://doi.org/10.1038/s41582-018-0072-1 Prevention & Vascular Risk Factors • Dementia prevention, intervention, and care: 2020 report of the Lancet Commission - https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(20)30367-6 • Lifestyle interventions to prevent cognitive impairment, dementia and Alzheimer disease - https://doi.org/10.1038/s41582-018-0070-3 Further Reading • The role of vascular risk factors in Alzheimer's disease - https://doi.org/10.1038/s41582-021-00530-4
A 22 year old woman who identified as a boy during her teen years, just won a $2 million landmark lawsuit, the first detransitioner malpractice lawsuit in the nation to go to trial and win. The woman had a double mastectomy at the age of 16, a procedure which was approved by a psychologist and surgeon, both of whom were found liable of medical malpractice by a jury. Ayesha Kreutz, member of the Coalition to Protect Kids NY, joins the show to discuss this case, and more.
I'd love to hear from you - Send me a text message Food Was Never Meant to Be Feared. It Was Meant to Heal.In this episode, we gently unravel the story we've been told about food — and return to what the body has always known.Food was never meant to be confusing, overwhelming, or something to fear. Yet over the years, with conflicting advice, processed foods, damaged soils, and constant noise around nutrition, many of us have lost trust in both food and our bodies.In this podcast, I share:•My own personal journey with gut imbalance and how I healed through nourishment•How modern food systems have impacted our digestion and nervous systems•Why real, whole, unprocessed foods calm the body rather than stress it•The powerful gut–brain connection and how nourishment directly supports emotional regulation•How returning to simplicity can restore trust, safety, and balance within the bodyThis is an invitation to come home to food as medicine — not through perfection or restriction, but through listening, simplicity, and nourishment that supports the entire system.Food doesn't just feed the body.It soothes the nervous system.It restores rhythm.It brings us back into relationship with ourselves.Ayesha is a Holistic Health Practitioner, weaving together years of practice as a Meditation Teacher, Sound Healing Facilitator, QHHT Practitioner, Colon Hydrotherapist, Nutritionist, and certified GAPS Practitioner (gut & psychology syndrome) Her work integrates the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual layers of healing — supporting the whole human, not just one aspect of their wellbeing. Across her years of working with thousands of clients, Ayesha has witnessed the profound transformation that occurs when we combine breath, sound, nutrition, inner work, and energetic alignment. She has seen bodies heal, nervous systems reset, emotions soften, and hearts open when the right tools are applied with presence and wisdom. Now, through Mini Meditations & Wellbeing Conversations, she extends these sacred teachings to you In her episodes, Ayesha will explore a wide range of topics Link to : The Nurturing 4 Day Cleanse https://theiamwellnesscentre.com.au/online-store/ols/products/the-nurturing-4-day-cleanse---e-book Connect with us Facebook www.Facebook.com/theiamwellnesscentretoukley Instagram www.instagram.com/theiamwellnesscentre Website www.theiamwellnesscentre.com.au ...
I'd love to hear from you - Send me a text message Guided Gut Healing Meditation with Sacred Sound FrequenciesThis short yet powerful guided meditation is an invitation to bring awareness, intention, and healing into the entire digestive system — from the mouth all the way through to elimination.Through gentle guidance, visualisation, and sacred healing frequencies, you'll be guided to:•Connect with the full digestive tract as one intelligent, living system•Release tension, stress, and stored emotional energy from the gut•Support the gut–brain connection through calm, embodied awareness•Signal safety to the nervous system so the body can shift into healing modeAs the sound frequencies move through the body, you're invited to imagine the gut becoming soft, nourished, supported, and at ease — allowing digestion, absorption, and elimination to flow with greater harmony.This meditation is especially supportive if you're experiencing digestive discomfort, nervous system overwhelm, or if you're rebuilding trust with your body after periods of stress or imbalance.Less effort.More listening.Deep cellular healing.Ayesha is a Holistic Health Practitioner, weaving together years of practice as a Meditation Teacher, Sound Healing Facilitator, QHHT Practitioner, Colon Hydrotherapist, Nutritionist, and certified GAPS Practitioner (gut & psychology syndrome) Her work integrates the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual layers of healing — supporting the whole human, not just one aspect of their wellbeing. Across her years of working with thousands of clients, Ayesha has witnessed the profound transformation that occurs when we combine breath, sound, nutrition, inner work, and energetic alignment. She has seen bodies heal, nervous systems reset, emotions soften, and hearts open when the right tools are applied with presence and wisdom. Now, through Mini Meditations & Wellbeing Conversations, she extends these sacred teachings to you In her episodes, Ayesha will explore a wide range of topics Link to : The Nurturing 4 Day Cleanse https://theiamwellnesscentre.com.au/online-store/ols/products/the-nurturing-4-day-cleanse---e-book Connect with us Facebook www.Facebook.com/theiamwellnesscentretoukley Instagram www.instagram.com/theiamwellnesscentre Website www.theiamwellnesscentre.com.au ...
On this episode, we'll be covering episode 2 of season 7 of Love During Lockup. On this episode, Damond tries to have his mom do his dirty work with Goddess, Emily finds out Justin may not be getting out for a while, Monique's sisters give Titus a hard time, and we meet Yo Mama, aka Ayesha, and her farmer boy Mikhael. If you like what you hear, please give us a five star rating and leave a review. If you/ also watch 90 Day Fiance, you should check out our other podcast feed. You can reach us on Instagram (@90DayMmkay) or shoot us an email at 90DayMmkay@gmail.com We will be back next week to cover episode 3!
These final weeks of the year of the Snake ... will set the stage for your passionate forward momentum and leadership in the year of the Fire Horse. Listen in to understand how to work with this energy to liberate more life force for creation, and finally let the past go... so you can blast forward into your new beginning. This year, the Lunar New Year aligns with a Solar Eclipse. This is rare and I can't possibly think of a more powerful start to the year of the Fire Horse. To work with this energy for your highest Purpose, Power, and Potential, Click here to sign up for the Solar Eclipse masterclass + meditation. I've never done this before... but we are doing sliding scale starting at just $11 to make this accessible to as many people as possible. We are the Ones bringing forward a new way. It's written in the Stars. Thank you for listening, -Ayesha
In this episode, we sit down with Ayesha Hilton for a thoughtful conversation exploring Human Design as a personality modality and what it reveals about the New Era of the Individual. Together, we reflect on the growing cultural shift away from one-size-fits-all systems and toward a deeper honoring of individuality, embodiment, and inner authority. Through the lens of Human Design, we explore how understanding our unique energetic makeup can support more aligned creativity, decision-making, and self-expression—both personally and professionally. Our conversation touches on: Human Design as a tool for self-awareness rather than identity fixation The New Era of the Individual and the movement toward self-trust How creatives can work more in alignment with who they truly are Connect with Ayesha Hilton The Sacred Ones Album https://open.spotify.com/album/59Uc4FypRs5CI5ai9Jbi9z?si=OhNpFeImT8GNsYOYsenmHA To get a free human design chart - https://www.ayeshahilton.academy/f/report To book a Prosperity Blueprint session - https://bookme.name/ayeshahilton/lite/prosperity-blueprint Website: www.ayeshahilton.com Watch the video version in the wholeness library. Explore The Wholeness Library App FREE! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wholeness-library/id1545002697 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thewholenessnetwork.thewholenessnetwork On the web https://www.thewholenessnetwork.com/ Follow us https://www.instagram.com/thewholenessnetwork/ https://www.facebook.com/thewholenessnetwork Leave us a message! TEXT or CALL 1+646-883-3350 Information is intended for entertainment only Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cold plunges are everywhere, and the way people talk about them, you'd think they're a miracle cure for your brain, body, and soul. But in an age of algorithm-fueled evangelism, when a ritual becomes this ubiquitous and loud, we have to ask: how much of the buzz is backed by science… and how much is just marketing? In this episode, we explore the neuroscience of cold exposure: what's real, what's overstated, and why this "discomfort" has become a billion-dollar industry. We discuss: Why cold plunges went viral, and how wellness movements often devolve into identity-driven cultures The difference between cold exposure itself and the monetized "cold plunge movement" What constitutes a "cult" (and how pseudoscience forms around partial truths) The real physiological cold shock response Why the mental "high" after a plunge doesn't automatically equal long-term brain benefit The cardiovascular risks that rarely get discussed, especially for people with underlying heart disease What the research suggests about soreness, pain reduction, and muscle growth (including why cold immersion can blunt hypertrophy) The real story behind brown fat Who should avoid cold plunges altogether (asthma, arrhythmias, coronary disease, vascular conditions) Joining us for this conversation is investigative journalist and bestselling author Scott Carney (What Doesn't Kill Us, The Wedge), who has spent years inside the cold exposure world, first as a skeptic, then as a believer, and eventually as a critic of the culture that formed around it. His work reveals what happens when discomfort becomes identity, and when unfounded "social media science" outruns real science. Your Brain On... is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai. SUPPORTED BY: the 2026 NEURO World Retreat. A 5-day journey through science, nature, and community, on the California coastline: neuroworldretreat.com Your Brain On... Cold Plunges • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 7 REFERENCES Cold Water Immersion, Muscle Adaptation, and Recovery Roberts, L. A., Raastad, T., Markworth, J. F., Figueiredo, V. C., Egner, I. M., Shield, A., Cameron-Smith, D., Coombes, J. S., & Peake, J. M. (2015). Post-exercise cold water immersion attenuates acute anabolic signalling and long-term adaptations in muscle to strength training. Journal of Physiology, 593(18), 4285–4301. https://doi.org/10.1113/JP270570 Bleakley, C. M., McDonough, S. M., & MacAuley, D. C. (2004). The use of ice in the treatment of acute soft-tissue injury: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials. American Journal of Sports Medicine, 32(1), 251–261. https://doi.org/10.1177/0363546503260757 Leeder, J., Gissane, C., van Someren, K., Gregson, W., & Howatson, G. (2012). Cold water immersion and recovery from strenuous exercise: A meta-analysis. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 46(4), 233–240. https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsports-2011-090061 White, G. E., & Wells, G. D. (2013). Cold-water immersion and other forms of cryotherapy: Physiological changes potentially affecting recovery from high-intensity exercise. Sports Medicine, 43(8), 695–706. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40279-013-0055-8 Kellmann, M., Bertollo, M., Bosquet, L., Brink, M., Coutts, A. J., Duffield, R., Erlacher, D., Halson, S. L., Hecksteden, A., Heidari, J., Kölling, S., Meyer, T., Mujika, I., Robazza, C., Skorski, S., Venter, R., & Beckmann, J. (2018). Recovery and performance in sport: Consensus statement. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 13(2), 240–245. https://doi.org/10.1123/ijspp.2017-0759 Inflammation, Pain, and Perceived Recovery Hohenauer, E., Taeymans, J., Baeyens, J. P., Clarys, P., & Clijsen, R. (2015). The effect of post-exercise cryotherapy on recovery characteristics: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PLoS ONE, 10(9), e0139028. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0139028 Costello, J. T., Culligan, K., Selfe, J., & Donnelly, A. E. (2012). Muscle, skin and core temperature after –110°C cold air and 8°C water treatment. PLoS ONE, 7(11), e48190. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0048190 Brown Adipose Tissue (BAT) – Human Imaging & Metabolism van Marken Lichtenbelt, W. D., Vanhommerig, J. W., Smulders, N. M., Drossaerts, J. M., Kemerink, G. J., Bouvy, N. D., Schrauwen, P., & Teule, G. J. (2009). Cold-activated brown adipose tissue in healthy men. New England Journal of Medicine, 360(15), 1500–1508. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa0808718 Virtanen, K. A., Lidell, M. E., Orava, J., Heglind, M., Westergren, R., Niemi, T., Taittonen, M., Laine, J., Savisto, N. J., Enerbäck, S., & Nuutila, P. (2009). Functional brown adipose tissue in healthy adults. New England Journal of Medicine, 360(15), 1518–1525. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa0808949 Betz, M. J., & Enerbäck, S. (2015). Human brown adipose tissue: What we have learned so far. Diabetes, 64(7), 2352–2360. https://doi.org/10.2337/db15-0146 Autonomic Nervous System, HRV, and Cold Exposure Mourot, L., Bouhaddi, M., Regnard, J., Tordi, N., & Rouillon, J. D. (2008). Cardiac autonomic control during short-term exposure to cold water in humans. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 104(3), 541–547. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00421-008-0810-3 Janský, L., Pospíšilová, D., Honzová, S., Uličný, B., Šrámek, P., Zeman, V., & Kamínková, J. (1996). Immune system of cold-exposed and cold-adapted humans. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 72(5–6), 445–450. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00242276 Cardiovascular Stress and Cold Shock Tipton, M. J., Collier, N., Massey, H., Corbett, J., & Harper, M. (2017). Cold water immersion: Kill or cure? Experimental Physiology, 102(11), 1335–1355. https://doi.org/10.1113/EP086283 Tipton, M. J., & Bradford, C. (2014). Cold water immersion and cold shock response. Extreme Physiology & Medicine, 3(1), 1–10. https://doi.org/10.1186/2046-7648-3-7 Whole-Body Cryotherapy (Distinct From Cold Plunges) Costello, J. T., Baker, P. R., Minett, G. M., Bieuzen, F., Stewart, I. B., & Bleakley, C. (2015). Whole-body cryotherapy (extreme cold air exposure) for preventing and treating muscle soreness after exercise in adults. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2015(9), CD010789. https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD010789.pub2 LINKS Scott Carney's website: https://www.scottcarney.com/ FOLLOW US Join NEURO World: https://neuro.world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraindocs YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thebraindocs More info and episodes: TheBrainDocs.com/Podcast
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I'd love to hear from you - Send me a text message So many of us are feeling exhausted, anxious, overwhelmed, and uncertain about what's to come. We're carrying concerns about our health, our loved ones, our work, and the state of the world, all while trying to keep going and “cope” with day-to-day life.In this episode, we explore a powerful reframe: we are not broken, our nervous systems are overstimulated.When the nervous system is living in prolonged stress and survival mode, our perception narrows. Situations feel more intense than they truly are. We become more self-critical, more reactive, and more disconnected from clarity, compassion, and ease.This conversation is a gentle reminder that nothing has gone wrong. From a place of non-judgement and loving awareness, we can begin to observe our thoughts, emotions, and bodily responses, and from there, create real change.This episode invites you to step out of survival mode and remember that another way of being is available: one rooted in safety, presence, and inner calm.
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Around the start of 2026, a study sparked viral headlines claiming that cheese could reduce dementia risk. But... nutrition science almost never works like this. One study can't "prove" a food is protective or harmful, and viral health claims often miss the most important details of research: how the data was gathered, what was actually measured, what variables were controlled for, and what it means in real life. In this episode, we unpack what the 'viral cheese study' (PMID: 41406402) actually found, what it DOESN'T mean, and why critical thinking around nutrition headlines matters more than ever. We discuss: • Why viral food headlines are so persuasive (and so often misleading) • What the cheese study REALLY reported • The difference between correlation and causation in nutrition research • Why long-term dietary recall data can be unreliable • How bias (including our personal food preferences) shapes interpretation of research • What "show me the data" really means in a world of clickbait science • How to interpret food and brain health studies without falling into extremes We also speak to Emily Sonestedt, research group leader and associate professor at Lund University, and one of the authors of the viral study. "Your Brain On..." is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai. SUPPORTED BY: the 2026 NEURO World Retreat. A 5-day journey through science, nature, and community, on the California coastline: https://www.neuroworldretreat.com/ 'Your Brain On... Cheese' • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 6 ——— LINKS The study, 'High- and Low-Fat Dairy Consumption and Long-Term Risk of Dementia: Evidence From a 25-Year Prospective Cohort Study': https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41406402/ ——— FOLLOW US Join NEURO World: https://neuro.world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraindocs YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thebraindocs More info and episodes: TheBrainDocs.com/Podcast
I'd love to hear from you - Send me a text message Opening the Heart TempleOpening the Heart Temple is a deeply nurturing and embodied journey designed to gently support your body, heart, and nervous system.Created as a companion to - Cleansing in a nurturing way episode, this meditation invites you to slow down, tune inward, and truly listen to the wisdom of your body. Rather than forcing change or pushing through discomfort, you are guided to create safety within, allowing the body to naturally let go of what it no longer needs, physically, emotionally, and energetically.As you are guided into the heart space, the body is given permission to soften, open, and expand. This gentle opening supports deeper connection to yourself, greater awareness of your inner signals, and a sense of trust in your body's innate intelligence.Through presence, breath, and embodied awareness, this meditation helps you access lighter, clearer, and more harmonious frequencies, supporting not only cleansing and release, but also expansion into greater vitality, clarity, and ease as you move forward in your life.This is an invitation to return home to your body, to cleanse with kindness, and to open your heart to a more aligned and nourished way of being.Ayesha is a Holistic Health Practitioner, weaving together years of practice as a Meditation Teacher, Sound Healing Facilitator, QHHT Practitioner, Colon Hydrotherapist, Nutritionist, and certified GAPS Practitioner (gut & psychology syndrome) Her work integrates the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual layers of healing — supporting the whole human, not just one aspect of their wellbeing. Across her years of working with thousands of clients, Ayesha has witnessed the profound transformation that occurs when we combine breath, sound, nutrition, inner work, and energetic alignment. She has seen bodies heal, nervous systems reset, emotions soften, and hearts open when the right tools are applied with presence and wisdom. Now, through Mini Meditations & Wellbeing Conversations, she extends these sacred teachings to you In her episodes, Ayesha will explore a wide range of topics Link to : The Nurturing 4 Day Cleanse https://theiamwellnesscentre.com.au/online-store/ols/products/the-nurturing-4-day-cleanse---e-book Connect with us Facebook www.Facebook.com/theiamwellnesscentretoukley Instagram www.instagram.com/theiamwellnesscentre Website www.theiamwellnesscentre.com.au ...
I'd love to hear from you - Send me a text message In this episode of Conversations with Ayesha, Ayesha shares the story behind The Nurturing 4 Day Cleanse, a gentle, simple, and deeply supportive way to reset and nourish the body.After years of exploring different cleanses and working closely with clients, Ayesha noticed a common theme: people want something effective, but they also want it to be simple, kind to the body, and realistic for everyday life.In this conversation, Ayesha speaks about why cleansing doesn't need to be harsh to be powerful, how supporting the body with the right foods allows it to do what it naturally does best, and why this four-day approach can be repeated seasonally or used as a trusted tool whenever the body needs a reset.She also shares how this cleanse can be gently layered with herbs, binders, or antiparasitic support when appropriate, making it both flexible and deeply valuable.This episode is an invitation to reconnect with your body's innate intelligence, to move away from force and into nourishment, and to remember that your body is always working for you.A gentle meditation is included to help you settle into trust, safety, and appreciation for your body called ‘Opening The Heart Temple'For more information about The Nurturing 4 Day Cleanse: https://theiamwellnesscentre.com.au/nurturing-4-day-cleanseThank you for listening Much love
"Every single thing that you choose to let go, every single loose end you choose to tie up. Every time you choose to let go of what's not aligned with your highest path forward, you're making more space for blessings next year." 2025 has been a doozy for us all. Initiations. Completions. Evolution. A year 9 is destined to bring endings. But 2026 is a 1 year - a year of courageous & confident action. Tune into Episode 14 for Ayesha's deep dive on closing the year and initiating a brand new cycle. For show notes and transcripts, visit https://oathoracle.com/2025/12/30/aab14/ Click here to explore Cosmic Legacy
Leanne Morgan stops by to catch up and talk about her Netflix sitcom ‘Leanne.' Also, Kate McKinnon and Jane Krakowski put their poker faces to the test in a fun game of ‘Spy the Lie.' Plus, in honor of Octavia Spencer's Food Network show ‘Family Recipe Showdown,' Jenna and Octavia put some family recipes to the test in a friendly food competition. And, Ayesha and her husband, Stephen Curry, see just how well they know each other when they play a fun game of ‘Perfect Match.' Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We have devoted several podcasts to the issue of how parents get children to read - off screens and into pages. We talk about it - others DO something about it. You might not expect to find Stephen Curry, the great pro basketball player, to be among that group. However, Stephen and his wife Ayesha have a foundation - Eat.Learn.Play - and over the past few years they've given books every Christmas to every elementary school child in Oakland, California where Stephen started his pro career. They invited us to Oakland to see the program in action. Charlie went and had a chance to talk to the Currys about why they, like the two of us, think this issue is so critical. Find books mentioned on The Book Case: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/shop/story/book-case-podcast-reading-list-118433302 Books mentioned on this week's episode: Shot Ready by Stephen Curry The Boy Who Never Gave Up by Stephen Curry I Am Extraordinary by Stephen Curry I Have a Superpower by Stephen Curry Charlotte's Web by E.B. White The Last Stop on Market Street by Matt De La Pena, illustrated by Christian Robinson Something, Someday by Amanda Gorman, illustrated by Christian Robinson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
"Who am I choosing to be now? Not looking at the past forever, not digging into the wounds and the subconscious mind and looking for problems to solve. I'm not a f-king problem to solve. I am a radiant woman with a glowing heart full of so much love and passion, and this life is my artwork." One of the biggest gifts Astrology gives us is timing - where and when. The solar return becomes a map to our ripest possibilities and aligned opportunities for expansion. Episode 13 is a journey through Ayesha's past and how she centered the lessons of each profection year for quantum leaps in business and life. For show notes and transcripts, visit The Oath Oracle Podcast blog Click here to explore Cosmic Legacy
This is a recording of an Ask Me Anything live stream originally broadcasted on YouTube, featuring Chunky and Corey. This live stream dives deep into a topics including current news, politics, culture, personal finance, real estate, investing, the stock market, spirituality and history.If you enjoy lively conversation and want your questions answered in real time, click on this link to watch upcoming live streams and be part of the conversation: https://www.youtube.com/@CoachCoreyWayne/streams
Medical advances over the past century mean our bodies are living longer than ever. But our brains aren't always keeping pace. Rates of Alzheimer's are rising, and the big question is, why? Emerging science suggests that our brain health in later life is shaped decades earlier, through everyday choices around food, lifestyle, and stress. Today, I'm joined by neurologists Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai, who will share their NEURO plan; a practical guide that you can use today to keep your brain strong tomorrow.
I'd love to hear from you - Send me a text message Return to CalmFollowing today's conversation, ‘From survival to safety', Ayesha offers a gentle guided meditation This meditation is an invitation to:
I'd love to hear from you - Send me a text message From Survival to SafetyIn this heartfelt and grounding episode of Wellbeing Conversations with Ayesha, we explore why so many of us live from a place of survival, and how we can begin to come home to safety within our own bodies.From the earliest moments of life, our nervous systems are shaped by experiences, environments, family histories, and unprocessed emotions. These imprints can lead us to respond to life from protection and reactivity instead of presence and clarity.Ayesha gently guides listeners through:✨ What survival mode feels like in the body✨ How it develops, from childhood, generational conditioning, and life experience✨ Why so many adults react rather than respond✨ How safety, not effort is the gateway to freedom, clarity, and true presenceThis episode isn't about perfection, it's about awareness, compassion, and choice.In the meditation - Return to Calm, Ayesha leads you into a deeply soothing experience, to help you feel safe, grounded, and connected back into your body.Whether you're new to inner work or have walked this path for years, this conversation will leave you feeling held, understood, and invited into a new way of responding to life.Ayesha is a Holistic Health Practitioner, weaving together years of practice as a Meditation Teacher, Sound Healing Facilitator, QHHT Practitioner, Colon Hydrotherapist, Nutritionist, and certified GAPS Practitioner (gut & psychology syndrome) Her work integrates the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual layers of healing — supporting the whole human, not just one aspect of their wellbeing. Across her years of working with thousands of clients, Ayesha has witnessed the profound transformation that occurs when we combine breath, sound, nutrition, inner work, and energetic alignment. She has seen bodies heal, nervous systems reset, emotions soften, and hearts open when the right tools are applied with presence and wisdom. Now, through Mini Meditations & Wellbeing Conversations, she extends these sacred teachings to you In her episodes, Ayesha will explore a wide range of topics Link to : The Nurturing 4 Day Cleanse https://theiamwellnesscentre.com.au/online-store/ols/products/the-nurturing-4-day-cleanse---e-book Connect with us Facebook www.Facebook.com/theiamwellnesscentretoukley Instagram www.instagram.com/theiamwellnesscentre Website www.theiamwellnesscentre.com.au
What was the biggest thing that changed for you this year? We'll go first: our host Ayesha Rascoe bought a house with her best friend! Now the two of them are living together and platonically coparenting five kids under the same roof. The seed of this idea actually came from a conversation Ayesha had last year, when she sat down with NPR producer and editor Rhaina Cohen to talk about her book, "The Other Significant Others: Reimagining Life with Friendship at the Center." In the book, Rhaina shares stories about friends who own homes together, raise kids with each other, and care for each other in old age. At the end of the year, when so many of us are reflecting on personal milestones and relationships, we're sharing Ayesha and Rhaina's conversation again. Because so much is possible when you choose to put friendship at the center of your life.This interview originally aired on February 11, 2024.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Chemotherapy saves lives. But for millions, it also comes with side effects of cognitive fog, memory lapses, slowed thinking, and emotional flattening. In the past, 'chemo brain' has sometimes been dismissed as anecdotal. But, as science has evolved, we've come to understand the very real shifts in attention, memory, processing speed, and emotional regulation underpinning the impairment. In this episode, we break down what's happening in the brain during treatment, why these changes arise, and how healthier lifestyle choices can support our recovery. In this episode, we explore: • What 'chemo brain' really is (and why chemotherapy itself isn't the only thing contributing to it) • How inflammation, hormonal shifts, anesthesia, sleep disruption, and chronic stress impact cognition during cancer • The latest research on structural and functional brain changes during treatment • Why many cognitive effects are temporary (and how neuroplasticity supports recovery) • How cognitive fog intersects with identity loss and grief • The role of nutrition in supporting clarity, energy, memory, and mood during chemotherapy • How to navigate food fears, misinformation, and "miracle cancer diets" • The importance of gentle movement, sleep consistency, and stress management • How patients can advocate for themselves (including tips on what to discuss with their care team) Bringing their perspectives and expertise to this episode are two wonderful guests: • DR. LIZ O'RIORDAN: retired breast surgeon, author, and three-time breast cancer survivor, whose personal and clinical experience offers a rare, deeply human insight into cancer-related cognitive change. • NICHOLE ANDREWS, RDN: oncology dietitian, educator, and advocate for evidence-based, fear-free nutrition during and after cancer treatment. "Your Brain On..." is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai. SUPPORTED BY: the 2026 NEURO World Retreat. A 5-day journey through science, nature, and community, on the California coastline: https://www.neuroworldretreat.com/ 'Your Brain On... Parkinson's' • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 5 ——— LINKS Dr. Liz O'Riordan: Website: https://liz.oriordan.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oriordanliz/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_t0jGeR8M4vCPSb68itjRQ Nichole Andrews, RDN: Website: https://theoncologydietitian.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oncology.nutrition.rd/ ——— FOLLOW US Join NEURO World: https://neuro.world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraindocs YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thebraindocs More info and episodes: TheBrainDocs.com/Podcast
"Confidence is not outsourced from all these good results. Instead of waiting for that confidence before you show up in a powerful way online, you are building that confidence every time that you show up when you are feeling a wobble." Build resilience, confidence, and trust with your people by showing up - even during hard times. In Episode 9 of Aquarian Age Business, Ayesha shares how to stay authentic, make moves, and receive sales even in life's tough moments. For show notes and transcripts, visit The Oath Oracle Podcast blog And if you enjoyed this episode, you will love the Star Stream. Episode 19: How Vulnerable is too Vulnerable?
From 18th century London to the promise of a global cure: the 200-year history of Parkinson's disease. To mark the release of our 'Ask the MD' conversation with The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, and to welcome a new influx of listeners, we're sharing one of our very first episodes, first aired in August 2024. Watch our full 'Ask the MD' interview, focused on lifestyle strategies for boosting brain health, on the foundation's website: https://www.michaeljfox.org/news/lifestyle-strategies-boost-brain-health-ask-md-video Parkinson's, a neurodegenerative disorder most commonly characterized by tremors and other motor symptoms, is so complex, many medical professionals are starting to classify it as a group of diseases, rather than a single disease. In this episode, we explain those complexities, including: • The motor symptoms (e.g. cogwheel rigidity, bradykinesia) and non-motor symptoms (e.g. depression, sleep disorders) • How the industrial revolution may have brought about environmental factors which contribute to Parkinson's • The differences and similarities between Parkinson's and other neurodegenerative diseases, like Alzheimer's • How Parkinson's manifests in our brains • Why one nurse was able to detect Parkinson's through smell • The neurogenetics of Parkinson's, and the ethical quandaries of evolving genetic technology • Why lifestyle — nutrition, exercise, etc. — is so key to preventing and managing Parkinson's Joining us for this extensive conversation are three incredible guests: • Dr. Rachel Dolhun, Senior Vice President of Medical Communications at The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research • Dr. Michael Okun, evolutionary biologist, movement disorders specialist, and Director of the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases • Dr. Matthew Farrer, neurogenetics expert and Professor Of Neurology at the University of Florida 'Your Brain On' is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Ayesha and Dean Sherzai. SUPPORTED BY: the 2026 NEURO World Retreat. A 5-day journey through science, nature, and community, on the California coastline: https://www.neuroworldretreat.com/ 'Your Brain On... Parkinson's' • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 4 (SEASON 3 REUPLOAD) ————— LINKS Dr. Rachel Dolhun: At the Michael J. Fox Foundation: https://www.michaeljfox.org/bio/rachel-dolhun-md-dipablm 'Ask the MD' series: https://www.michaeljfox.org/ask-md The Michael J. Fox Foundation on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@michaeljfoxfoundation/videos Dr. Michael Okun: At the University of Florida: https://neurology.ufl.edu/profile/okun-michael/ The book 'Ending Parkinson's Disease': https://endingpd.org/ The Norman Fixel Institute: https://fixel.ufhealth.org/ Dr. Matthew Farrer: At the University of Florida: https://neurology.ufl.edu/profile/farrer-matthew/ ————— References: Bloem, B. R., Okun, M. S., & Klein, C. (2021). Parkinson's disease. The Lancet, 397(10291), 2284-2303. Morris, H. R., Spillantini, M. G., Sue, C. M., & Williams-Gray, C. H. (2024). The pathogenesis of Parkinson's disease. The Lancet, 403(10423), 293-304. Dorsey, E., Sherer, T., Okun, M. S., & Bloem, B. R. (2018). The emerging evidence of the Parkinson pandemic. Journal of Parkinson's disease, 8(s1), S3-S8. Dorsey, E. R., Okun, M. S., & Tanner, C. M. (2021). Bad Air and Parkinson Disease—The Fog May Be Lifting. JAMA neurology, 78(7), 793-795. Tsalenchuk, M., Gentleman, S. M., & Marzi, S. J. (2023). Linking environmental risk factors with epigenetic mechanisms in Parkinson's disease. npj Parkinson's Disease, 9(1), 123. Reynoso, A., Torricelli, R., Jacobs, B. M., Shi, J., Aslibekyan, S., Norcliffe‐Kaufmann, L., ... & Heilbron, K. (2024). Gene–Environment Interactions for Parkinson's Disease. Annals of Neurology, 95(4), 677-687. Golsorkhi, M., Sherzai, A., & Dashtipour, K. The Influence of Lifestyle on Parkinson's Disease Management. In Lifestyle Medicine, Fourth Edition (pp. 919-924). CRC Press. Sherzai, A. Z., Tagliati, M., Park, K., Pezeshkian, S., & Sherzai, D. (2016). Micronutrients and risk of Parkinson's disease: a systematic review. Gerontology and geriatric medicine, 2, 2333721416644286. ————— FOLLOW US Join NEURO Instagram: @thebraindocs Website: TheBrainDocs.com More info and episodes: TheBrainDocs.com/Podcast
"I see humans as these radio stations. And depending on the frequency you're vibrating like a radio, you're going to perceive different information. So the whole point of these spiritual practices is to purify the filter through which we perceive information, right? So that we can tap into higher frequencies… Ayahuasca is really, for me, the ultimate cleansing, purifying medicine." - Fred of Taozen For the first time in the history of the podcast, Ayesha is honoured to welcome two very special guests, Carla and Fred of Taozen. Join for an enlightening discussion on the wonders of plant medicine and the importance of decolonization in our spiritual & healing practices. For show notes and transcripts, visit The Oath Oracle Podcast blog To learn more about Taozen and their medicine, visit their website HERE. Tune in to the Ayahuasca journey HERE with [Personal Storytime] My rock bottom & first Ayahuasca journey
Carnivorous diets have been woven into our history for millennia, but, with nutrition science advancing at an unprecedented pace over the past century... do we really still need to be eating meat? We live in a time of rising chronic disease, new longevity research, and a growing awareness of how our food choices shape our brain and our planet. We're also constantly exposed to 'nutrition tribalism': social media communicators and influencers building identities (and livelihoods) around polarizing dietary debates. It's a lot to navigate. So, we're cutting straight to the data in this episode. Plus: we're pulling on the work and research we've done in many different communities to explore how going plant-based can be as much a cultural or logistical hurdle as a health-driven or ethics-based choice. In this episode, we discuss: Whether protein deficiency is a realistic concern Protein myths: plant vs. animal What the actual protein science says (and why most Americans already get more than enough) The role of saturated fat, fiber, and the microbiome Processed vs. unprocessed meat — what matters most How identity, culture, and family can make going plant-based challenging How cooking method changes risk (yes, barbecue lovers… we go there) Meat alternatives: healthful option or "ultra-processed trap"? Practical, non-judgmental guidance for plant-forward or omnivorous eaters To give this divisive matter the nuance it deserves, we welcome three of the most authoritative voices in this space: DR. CHRISTOPHER GARDNER: the Stanford nutrition scientist behind landmark diet trials (including DIETFITS). DR. ADRIAN CHAVEZ: a nutrition researcher, educator, and consultant, who previously joined us for 'Your Brain On... Supplements'. DR. MATTHEW NAGRA: a nutritionist and science communicator, who you might remember from 'Your Brain On... Protein'. This is... Your Brain On Eating Meat. SUPPORTED BY: the 2026 NEURO World Retreat. A 5-day journey through science, nature, and community, on the California coastline: https://www.neuroworldretreat.com/ 'Your Brain On' is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Ayesha and Dean Sherzai. 'Your Brain On... Eating Meat' • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 3 LINKS Dr. Christopher Gardner Dr. Christopher Gardner at Stanford: https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/christopher-gardner Dr. Christopher Gardner on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgardnerphd Dr. Adrian Chavez Dr. Adrian Chavez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.adrian.chavez Dr. Adrian Chavez's website: https://www.dradrianchavez.com/ Dr. Adrian Chavez's Podcast: https://www.thenutritionsciencepodcast.com/ Dr. Matt Nagra Dr. Matt Nagra on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.matthewnagra Dr. Matt Nagra's website: https://drmatthewnagra.com/
"That's the transformation journey. It's not about attaining something you don't have. It's actually the death and rebirth to become more of who you came here to become. And when you start to see the death and rebirth process as where the magic happens, your life is going to drastically change." Ayesha delves into an often overlooked, yet crucial aspect of transformation: the death and rebirth process. Calling in our best life begins with letting go of what no longer serves us, to make space for new beginnings, and to truly walk our destined path. For show notes and transcripts, visit The Oath Oracle Podcast blog
Everyone eats. It's the one thing we all have in common. And yet, nutrition has become one of the most confusing, divisive, and misunderstood sciences in modern life. Low-fat. High-fat. Keto. Vegan. Paleo. Superfoods. For every study, there's a headline that seems to say the opposite. In this episode, we turn to one of the most trusted voices in nutrition research to cut through the noise: Dr. Walter Willett, MD, DrPH. Dr. Willett, Professor of Epidemiology and Nutrition at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, has spent more than four decades studying how what we eat affects our health, longevity, and brain function. His work has helped reshape dietary guidelines around the world, replacing fear and fads with clarity and evidence. Together, we unpack what the science really says about diet and the brain: how food choices shape inflammation, cognition, and long-term disease risk, and what practical lessons decades of data can teach us about eating for life and longevity. In this conversation, we discuss: • How nutrition became so confusing (and what the data actually shows) • Why the quality of fat matters more than the amount • How refined carbohydrates fuel inflammation, insulin resistance, and brain fog • The power of fiber and the microbiome for mood and memory • Why plant-based proteins come out ahead for health and sustainability • How global dietary guidelines are changing (and what's still misunderstood) • The intersection of nutrition, planetary health, and human wellbeing Dr. Walter Willett has authored over 2,000 scientific papers and several landmark books, including 'Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy'. This is... Your Brain On Nutrition. SUPPORTED BY: the 2026 NEURO World Retreat. A 5-day journey through science, nature, and community, on the California coastline: https://www.neuroworldretreat.com/ 'Your Brain On' is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Ayesha and Dean Sherzai. 'Your Brain On... Nutrition' • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 2 LINKS Dr. Walter Willett at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health: https://hsph.harvard.edu/profile/walter-c-willett/ Dr. Willett's book, 'Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy': https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5579.Eat_Drink_and_Be_Healthy FOLLOW US Join NEURO World: https://neuro.world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraindocs YouTube: https://youtube.com/thebraindocs Website: https://thebraindocs.com/
"If we fully embrace the alchemical potential of Scorpio season, you will be a different version of you at the end of it. A better version of you, a more expressed version of you, a more rooted in your true essence version of you." Scorpio - a season of unprecedented transformation and rebirth. In Episode 4, Ayesha explores money, power, and intimacy, and how to embrace the boundless potential of alchemical time. For show notes and transcripts, visit The Oath Oracle Podcast blog If you enjoyed this episode, you will love the Star Stream. Use code PODCAST for 50% off your first month!
Autism isn't new, but our understanding of it has changed dramatically. It's now recognized as a broad neurodevelopmental spectrum that shapes how millions of people perceive, process, and interact with the world. In this episode, we explore what autism is AND isn't, from its earliest signs in infancy to its deep genetic roots, and why misinformation about it continues to spread. We speak with three remarkable experts leading the field in early detection, genetics, and public education: DR. AMI KLIN, PhD, Director of the Marcus Autism Center at Emory University and a pioneer in early autism research, whose work shows autism can be identified in babies as young as two months old. DR. JOSEPH BUXBAUM, PhD, Director of the Seaver Autism Center at Mount Sinai and a global leader in autism genetics, uncovering hundreds of genes linked to the condition. DR. ANDREA LOVE, immunologist, microbiologist, and founder of ImmunoLogic, known for her clear, evidence-based communication about vaccines, immunity, and autism myths. Together, we discuss: • What autism really is, and how the definitions have evolved • How it develops in infancy (and why early diagnosis can be so critical) • The powerful genetic evidence behind autism • The persistence of vaccine myths, and how misinformation spreads • How technology like eye-tracking can detect autism early • The rise of “profound autism” and what it means for families • The future of genetics-based treatments and therapy Whether you're autistic yourself, a parent navigating a new diagnosis, or simply seeking understanding, we're thrilled to share this extensive, in-depth episode with you. This is... Your Brain On Autism. SUPPORTED BY: the 2026 NEURO World Retreat. A 5-day journey through science, nature, and community, on the California coastline: https://www.neuroworldretreat.com/ ‘Your Brain On' is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Ayesha and Dean Sherzai. ‘Your Brain On... Autism' • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 1 LINKS Dr. Ami Klin at Emory University: https://ctsn.emory.edu/faculty/klin-ami.html Dr. Ami Klin at Marcus Autism Center: https://www.marcus.org/about-marcus-autism-center/meet-our-leadership/ami-klin Dr. Joseph Buxbaum at Mount Sinai: https://profiles.icahn.mssm.edu/joseph-d-buxbaum Dr. Andrea Love's website: https://www.immunologic.org/ Dr. Andrea Love on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.andrealove REFERENCES Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Review. JAMA, 2023. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2800182 Is There a Bias Towards Males in the Diagnosis of Autism? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11065-023-09630-2 Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy and Children's Risk of Autism, ADHD, and Intellectual Disability. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38592388/ Eye-Tracking–Based Measurement of Social Visual Engagement Compared With Expert Clinical Diagnosis of Autism. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2808996 Rare coding variation provides insight into the genetic architecture and phenotypic context of autism. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41588-022-01104-0 Rare coding variation illuminates the allelic architecture, risk genes, cellular expression patterns, and phenotypic context of autism. https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.12.20.21267194v1 Andrew Wakefield and the fabricated history of the alleged vaccine-autism link. https://geneticliteracyproject.org/2024/04/29/andrew-wakefield-and-the-fabricated-history-of-the-alleged-vaccine-autism-link/ VACCINES & AUTISM 1. Major Cohort Studies Hviid et al., 2019 – Annals of Internal Medicine A nationwide study of 657,461 Danish children found no increased risk of autism in vaccinated children compared to unvaccinated peers — even among those with risk factors such as a sibling with autism. Ann Intern Med. 2019;170(8):513–520 Madsen et al., 2002 – New England Journal of Medicine In 537,303 Danish children, researchers found no difference in autism rates between vaccinated and unvaccinated groups, and no relationship with age, timing, or date of vaccination. NEJM. 2002;347:1477–1482 Jain et al., 2015 – Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) A U.S. cohort of 95,727 children — including those with siblings with autism — showed no link between MMR vaccination and autism risk, even in genetically predisposed children. JAMA. 2015;313(15):1534–1540 Madsen et al., 2003 – JAMA A study of 467,450 Danish children found no relationship between thimerosal-containing vaccines and autism. JAMA. 2003;290(13):1763–1766 DeStefano et al., 2022 – Vaccine A retrospective cohort of over 500,000 U.S. children with ASD found no increase in adverse events or worsening of autism-related symptoms following vaccination. Vaccine. 2022;40(16):2391–2398 2. Population-Level Epidemiologic Evidence Taylor et al., 1999 – The Lancet One of the earliest large epidemiological studies found autism prevalence was the same in vaccinated and unvaccinated children, and the age of onset was unrelated to the timing of MMR vaccination. Read: Lancet. 1999;353(9169):2026–2029 Institute of Medicine (U.S.) Immunization Safety Review, 2011 A global review of studies from the U.S., Denmark, Sweden, and the U.K. concluded there is no causal relationship between vaccination status and autism, and no plausible biological mechanism linking vaccines (including thimerosal) to ASD. Read: National Academies Press / PubMed 20669467 3. Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Taylor et al., 2014 – Vaccine A comprehensive meta-analysis of 10 studies including over 1.2 million children found no association between vaccination and autism or ASD. Vaccine. 2014;32(29):3623–3629 Maglione et al., 2014 – Pediatrics Review of 67 high-quality studies covering the full U.S. immunization schedule concluded that vaccines are safe, adverse events are rare, and there is no link to autism, type 1 diabetes, or other chronic conditions. Pediatrics. 2014;134(2):325–337 Parker et al., 2004 – Pediatrics Systematic review of 10 primary studies examining thimerosal exposure found no relationship between vaccines and ASD. Authors noted that studies showing an association were methodologically flawed or biased, while robust studies consistently showed safety. Pediatrics. 2004;113(6):1904–1910 Offit & Hackett, 2003 – Clinical Infectious Diseases Review of immunology and epidemiology concluded that claims that vaccines “overwhelm” or “damage” the immune system are not biologically plausible based on how the immune system actually functions. Clin Infect Dis. 2003;46(9):1450–1456
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