#323: Quiz Time
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It's QUIZ TIME! That's right - time to test your knowledge about all the health issues facing us today. Tune in and see how many you get right! If you'd like more information, please visit www.invisionchiropractic.com
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322: Simple Hacks to Balance Your Brain
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Most everyone these days is inundated with stimuli all day long. Did you know that how your brain handles those constant interruptions has a lot to do with how your body will physically handle them as well? Today the BrainStim gang is discussing some simple brain hacks that can help you unload some of the bad patterns your brain has developed as a result of the constant stressors in your daily lives. Take a listen and let us know if you implement any of them and what you experience afterwards!
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321: UPFs & Education
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The FDA recently put out a report stating that Children receive more than 60 % of their calories from UPFs - Ultra Processed Foods. UPFs contain industrial formulations including chemicals, manufactured sweeteners, flavor enhancers, colorants, emulsifiers, thickeners, anti-foaming agents, bulking or gelling agents—to make them highly palatable, visually appealing, and shelf-stable. That all happens to also make food highly toxic to our bodies. It's no wonder why almost 20% of our children are obese and trends put that number growing annually. So WHY has this mock-food...
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320: Children's Health
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1 in 4 children in the U.S. lives with a chronic health condition (e.g., asthma, obesity, diabetes, ADHD, etc.). Asthma: Affects ~6 million children (~8.4% of U.S. kids). Obesity (ages 2–19): ~21% are classified as obese — one of the highest rates in the developed world. Type 2 diabetes in children: Increasing rapidly, especially in adolescents. Most common among children of color. The U.S. consistently ranks near the bottom among high-income countries for Infant Mortality Rate. And yet, the U.S. spends more per child on health care than any other country, yet outcomes often lag...
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319: Back To School
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It's about that time - back to school! Notebooks - CHECK Pencils - CHECK Backpack - CHECK Haircut - CHECK New 'fits' - CHECK Healthy Habits - ????? How many of us put healthy habits on our list of back to school prep? Probably not a lot of us - but it's so crucial during this season to help your kids make healthy choices. From eating a clean, balanced diet, to learning to manage stress, your kids' health requires daily good choices, not a cram session. The BrainStim gang is discussing this in detail in today's episode! If you would like to schedule a complimentary 15 minute phone...
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#318: The Warrior & The Peacemaker
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What does health really mean? Is it the absence of symptoms? Or is it something deeper? In today's intriguing episode, the BrainStim Gang is discussing the journey of real health, or is it a destination? How do we judge our health - based on the choices we make or by the absence of symptons? Take a listen to learn more - and as always, visit for info!
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317: Pendulum
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Are you old enough to remember when American health wasn't abysmal? And if you are, did you ever know children that were as sick as our kids are today? As of 2023, the CDC estimates that approximately 33% of U.S. adolescents aged 12–17 have prediabetes. 21.1% of U.S. youth aged 2–19 years are obese, up from 13.9% in 1999–2000! It's like our health has been on a crash course for a few decades, but is rapidly accelerating to a terrible end. Or is it? Have the American people finally realized the power they have in the food choices they make - causing a pendulum shift in our diet...
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316: AI
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The AI cat is out of the bag - whether you're ready for it or not! So now the question becomes, how do we use it as a tool for your health? The BrainStim gang is tackling the topic of AI and your health - what are the implications for the future of healthcare at large, and how can you use it to make the most of your wellness journey? From lab results to action plans, AI holds a lot of opportunity for us as it pertains to our health - but can we trust it to steer is in the right direction? Take a listen to this thought-provoking episode.
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315: Vacation or Not
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Summer is in full-swing and with that, if you're fortunate enough, comes...vacation! But before you buy those tickets and book those flights, it's important to get prepared, and we're not just talking about your packing list. We often associate vacation with rest and relaxation - but if that's the case, why do so many people get sick towards the end of their "relaxation vacation"? In fact, 66% of Americans report that they feel stressed before, during, or after a vacation, according to the American Psychological Association (APA). It's so important to make the most of the time and money...
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314: It's Your Feet
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Have you ever stopped to consider...your FEET?! I mean, unless you've had issues, it's probably not something you give a lot of thought to. However, as the foundation of our skeletal structure, they are CRUCIAL to our health. Foot health isn't just about your foot. It impacts every other part of your body - so what can we do to support our feet, to in turn support the rest of our body's health? That's exactly what the BrainStim gang is disucssing in today's podcast. Learn more about Dr. Aplin's Recommended Orthotics:
info_outlineEvery day, we are exposed to germs, viruses, and bacteria. But what truly determines our health outcomes is how well we prepare our bodies to handle these invaders. In this episode, we explore "The Dance"—the intricate balance between structural health, nutrition, and neurology—and how each plays a crucial role in strengthening our immune system.
Join us as we discuss how optimizing these three pillars can enhance your body's natural defenses, improve resilience, and set the stage for long-term wellness. Tune in and discover how to empower your health through intentional balance and preparation.