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BrainStim takes the approach of team based wellness to another level. Dr. Richard Aplin, a neurological health expert, guides listeners by giving powerful health and wellness tips to help you live naturally without drugs and surgeries.

350: Vitamin D & Brain Health 05/08/2026

350: Vitamin D & Brain Health Most of us know that Americans are notoriously vitamin D deficient. But do you know what impact that has on your health? Probably you've been told how bad it is for your bones...but what about your brain? As a neurologically based chiropractic office, that's the lens through which we view most of our health concerns, so we're diving into brain health and the role vitamin D plays. As always, you can find more information about neurologically based chiropractic care at www.invisionchiropractic.com. /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/41217105

349: Synergy 05/01/2026

349: Synergy Synergy is things working together to create a bigger impact than the things could independently. How does this apply to our health? Lifestyle behaviors are deeply synergistic — meaning nothing in the body works in isolation. Every action creates a ripple effect across multiple systems, rather than a simple cause-and-effect linear model that traditional western medicine tends to assume. The BrainStim gang is diving into the synergistic effects - positive and negative - and how we can employ the positive ones to help us on our wellness journey. /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/41117580

348: Too Good To Be True 04/24/2026

348: Too Good To Be True In this episode, Dr. Richard Aplin and the BrainStim team tackle a theme that runs through modern health culture: the dangerous allure of quick fixes. From GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Wegovy to pharmaceutical disasters like Vioxx — a drug pulled from the market after causing over 88,000 heart attacks and 38,000 deaths — today's miracle drug is often comes with a serious cost. Human nature is drawn to shortcuts — from fad diets and fortified cereals to seed oils and miracle injections. Our "microwave mentality" of instant gratification keeps us trapped in cycles of short term gain with longterm harm. Where does chiropractic care fit in with this culture - treatment-based approaches vs true restorative adjustments? We're here to remind you that health is a journey, not a destination — and the choices we make today, including the ones we pass down to our children, shape generational wellness for better or worse. www.invisionchiropractic.com /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/41005795

347: Omegas 04/10/2026

347: Omegas You've probably been told by someone that you need to take Omegas...but what are they? We're digging into what Omega 3s are and what they can do for your health. Are they the magic health fix that some people tout? And how about Omega 6? What is the deal, are they awful, are they great? It can be confusing to navigate - so we're breaking it down in today's episode. As always, you can contact us at www.invisionchiropractic.com /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/40802430

346: Pour Into Good Health or Manage Poor Health 04/03/2026

346: Pour Into Good Health or Manage Poor Health There's no escaping health realities. Either you're making choices that move you closer to, or farther from health. Each little decision, whether it's the food you eat (or don't eat), the movement you incorporate (or don't), the quick fixes that mask symptoms but prolong the cause - it all adds up to the picture of your health. So what are little changes you can make today to help move you closer to good health? Take a listen to the BrainStim gang discuss on today's episode. /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/40724385

345: Weather Sickness 03/21/2026

345: Weather Sickness In this episode, Dr. Aplin and the BrainStim Gang tackle the age-old question: Why do some people get sick when the weather changes? Rather than pointing to germs as the culprit, Dr. Aplin challenges the traditional germ theory, noting that if germs were solely to blame, everyone exposed to the same environment would get sick — but they don't. Instead, he argues the real factor is individual immune capacity. Key takeaways: It's not about the germ — it's about your capacity. People who don't get sick despite exposure have stronger, more resilient immune systems. Your immune system is designed to protect you. The job isn't to fight germs with chemicals, but to protect the system that was built to do that for you. Healthy habits build capacity: good food, clean water, fresh air, and quality sleep are the foundations of a strong immune system. Suppressing symptoms can backfire. Fevers and other immune responses are the body learning — masking them with medication may prevent the immune system from building resilience. Weather changes don't make you sick directly — they simply expose those with low immune capacity, pushing them "over the edge." True health isn't about being asymptomatic on medication — it's about building and protecting your body's natural defenses. /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/40568305

344: Magnesium 03/13/2026

344: Magnesium If you haven't checked your labs lately, consider this is your go ahead to get your magnesium levels tested! It's a crucial essential mineral that is responsible for SO MANY THINGS in our body's health. And if you're a female, it's even more important that you test because magnesium deficiency is actually the #1 deficiency in women in the United States. Take a listen to the BrainStim podcast for more helpful tips on what magnesium deficiency can disrupt in your body and how to fix it! Available anywhere you listen to your fav podcasts. /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/40445670

343: Biohacking 03/06/2026

343: Biohacking Have you jumped into biohacking? Or are you like many, who are a little confused as to what that actually means? Today's BrainStim episode is all about biohacking - the good, the bad, and the ugly - and what type of impacts you can have on your health! www.invisionchiropractic.com /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/40341625

342: Glyphosate 02/27/2026

342: Glyphosate It's time for a round up on Roundup, or more accurately, on glyphosate. We're discussing the latest on America's favorite herbicide/pesticide. Most of our corn, soybeans, and cotton being grown in the US use the product and even many have been planting so-called “Roundup Ready” genetically engineered glyphosate-tolerant crops were introduced in 1996. Since glyphosate has been linked to non-Hodgkin lymphoma in thousands of lawsuits, we're questioning what can we do to counteract the toxic load? Is there any way to escape it? Is there anything we can do to mitigate it? We think you'll find some hope and actionable take aways when you listen to the BrainStim gang discuss this crucial health topic. /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/40253655

341: GRAS 02/20/2026

341: GRAS Have you been following the increasingly louder discussions on GRAS? Those are the additives in our food supply that are "Generally Recognized As Safe" - but are they? Would you be shocked to know that even the FDA doesn't know just how many GRAS additives there even are in the United States? They *think* it's somewhere between 4,000-10,000 ingredients that are currently in our supermarket foods - but they're not really sure. If that doesn't cause you some concern, we're not sure what will! How you can you be assured that it's "safe" if they don't even know how many there are? We're talking all things GRAS today with the BrainStim gang - so take a listen and see what actionable steps you can take to protect yourself and your family from ultra-processed foods. www.invisionchiropractic.com /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/40177355

340: Sound Machines & Sleep 02/13/2026

340: Sound Machines & Sleep Have you ever used a sound machine to help you sleep better? What about to help your child sleep better? The BrainStim gang is discussing a new article that sheds some light on the use of sound machines and their impact on your brain waves that allow you to get into deep sleep. Take a listen and as always, you can find more information at /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/40100195

339: Autonomic Dysregulation 02/06/2026

339: Autonomic Dysregulation 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 /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/40021820

338: GLP-1 01/23/2026

338: GLP-1 GLP-1 drugs are all the rage right now - but how much do you actually know about them? The BrainStim gang is diving into this controversial topic today - to discuss what they are, how they work, and some possible ways to encourage your body to produce more GLP-1s naturally without the use of potentially harmful pharaceuticals. www.invisionchiropractic.com /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/39850655

337: Obvious Absurdities 01/16/2026

337: Obvious Absurdities In this episode of the BrainStim Podcast, the BrainStim gang explores various "obvious absurdities" in modern healthcare - contradictions and illogical practices that have become normalized despite defying common sense. If you think covering up a check engine light with duct tape "fixes" the problem, you might be on board with how western healthcare approaches and treats symptoms, rather than addressing root causes. As a neurologically based chiropractor, we're all about addressing root causes and healing from the inside out. Take a listen and see how many of the absurdities you've bought in to - or have eliminated from your life! www.invisionchiropractic.com /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/39759715

336: Empty Promises 01/09/2026

336: Empty Promises It's a new year - which can only mean one thing: New Year's Resolutions! So the age old question - how's that working? For most of us, it's often a futile exercise in frustration. We start with the best of intentions, then by mid-January we've fallen off the bandwagon and by February we've forgotten we even set the goal in the first place! What's the solution to goal setting? That's the focus of today's BrainStim podcast episode. From Be, Do, Have - to intention and repetition, the gang is discussing the most effective way to set and follow through on goals. As always, visit for more information or to schedule a complimentary 15 minute phone call with Dr. Aplin. /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/39672885

335: Blessings & Miracles 12/19/2025

335: Blessings & Miracles It's the time of year that encourages us to pause and reflect back on our life journey so far, and we thought it would be fun to do that as a group for today's epsiode. The BrainStim gang recounts some of the most impactful stories they've witnessed in the lives of those around them, that ended up changing them for the better as well. We pray that you also take a moment to enjoy where you are, where you started, the journey that got you there, and where you want to go in the future. What a blessing to have the autonomy to shape our lives the way we desire! /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/39469225

334: How To Clean Up A Dirty Lifestyle 12/12/2025

334: How To Clean Up A Dirty Lifestyle Modern day living includes a barrage of toxic exposures. From pesticides and herbicides in our food to 5G radiation, from forever chemicals in our water, to who knows what in our air! So what does it mean to live a "clean" lifestyle - how do we clean up the mess we've inherited? The BrainStim gang is tackling this major issue in today's episode. Learn more: /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/39382760

333: Models of Care 12/05/2025

333: Models of Care We're starting to see a shift in the way we, as a country, view our modern healthcare. Our disasterous outcomes have begged the question, is what we're doing working? And if it's not, but we keep doing it, that's the very definition of insanity. We're OVER the Disease Model, and we couldn't be more excited for people to embrace the HEALTH Model. Let's stop things BEFORE they get started - let's analyze what is creating the problems in the first place, not just mask the symptoms with a quick "fix". So how do we embrace the Health Model? That's what the BrainStim gang is discussion on today's exciting episode!! /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/39293615

332: Just For A Moment 11/21/2025

332: Just For A Moment In this episode, we take a candid look at the “quick fixes” we’re all tempted to reach for—pills, potions and lotions for wahtever ails you, skimping on sleep, ignoring stress, relying on convenience foods, or chasing the newest wellness hack. While shortcuts may feel harmless in the moment, they slowly chip away at our long-term health. We break down why these habits are so appealing, how they quietly make you sicker over time, and what small, sustainable choices create true resilience instead. It’s a grounded, honest reminder that your body keeps score—and real wellness is built on consistency, not shortcuts. More info: www.invisionchiropractic.com /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/39127140

331: Geriatrics 11/07/2025

331: Geriatrics It's the last episode in our "Development at Every Stage" series! If you've made it this far with us, then chances are either you are one of the fortunate ones to reach "geriatric" stage, or possibly you love and care for someone who is. Aging is a blessing - not a curse! It's all in how you take care of your body so it will take care of you. Whether you're facing joint aches and pains, cognitive decline, or mental health issues, aging bodies need very specific support. But is it all that different from what we need at every stage? We have to support our capacity at every stage that will help build our body's ability to adapt and recover from the stress that will inevitably come our way. Take a listen to today's epsiode focusing on the older adults among us! /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/38952405

330: Adulting 10/31/2025

330: Adulting Adulting is hard. We get it. You're often sandwiched between caring for your parents and caring for your kids, striving to do well at work and still finding time to take care of yourself and your spouse. So how do we make sure we put our oxygen masks on first so that we can be healthy enough to take care of all those around us who depend on us? That's exactly what the penultimate episode of BrainStim's Health At Every Stage series is going to tackle. As always, visit for more details or to schedule a complimentary phone call with Dr. Aplin. /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/38862050

329: Young Adults 10/24/2025

329: Young Adults We're continuing our series on healthy development at every stage and this week's episode is all about the Young Adults! It's an exciting time in life, full of promise and future, so it's exceptionally crucial to take care of your body so it will take care of you in that future. We're getting into strategies and action steps for the dreaded Freshman 15 and beyond - so take a listen if you're a new adult or 20-something ready to make changes to build your life on vitality. Learn more: /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/38770400

328: Teenagers 10/17/2025

328: Teenagers We're continuing our series on health at every developmental stage - so this week, it's everyone's favorite stage: TEENAGERS! All kidding aside, the teens often get a bad rap, but when we study what is going on in our physiology during these years, it's no wonder there are attitudes, outbursts, and high emotional output. In today's modern society, when you add in the nearly constant use of technology on top of the Standard American Diet, it's a perfect storm of circumstances just waiting to cause dis-ease. But is there anything we can do about it? Tune in as the BrainStim gang gets into the nitty gritty of the developing teenage brain! /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/38622330

327: Children & Adolescents 10/10/2025

327: Children & Adolescents We're continuing our series on health at every stage of human development, this week discussing children & adolescents. This modern world is full of ways to wreck our health, physically, emotionally, and mentally - so how do we set our children on the right path from early on? The BrainStim gang is discussing everything from nutrition to screen time - so take a listen for actionable changes you can make in your child's life! If you'd like to learn more or speak with Dr. Aplin, visit . /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/38541160

326: Infants To Toddlers 10/03/2025

326: Infants To Toddlers We've been going through the stages of family in the last couple of episodes, from preconception to prenatal care up to birth. Now we're going to get into the huge topic of caring for your child from infant through toddler stages. There are a host of issues you as the parent will need to make to encourage your child's health. Are you equipped to make those decisions? It's crucial to have a good understanding of how our bodies work, how our immune system works, and how our nervous system impacts all of it. That's exactly what the BrainStim gang is discussion on today's episode, so you can be the most informed parent possible! As always, visit for more information or to schedule a complimentary 15 minute phone call with Dr. Aplin. /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/38454030

325: The Nervous System & Pregnancy 09/26/2025

325: The Nervous System & Pregnancy After last week's engaging discussion about pregnancy and the important role nutrition plays, the BrainStim Gang is back at it, keeping the developmental conversation going, this week about pregnancy and the role the nervous system plays. If you think heartburn, morning sickness, and general pain is a necessary part of pregnancy - this episode might challenge your beliefs. If you are pregnant or are hoping to become so, this is an episode you won't want to miss! /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/38361675

324: Mediterranean Diet & Pregnancy 09/19/2025

324: Mediterranean Diet & Pregnancy We all know how important taking care of a newborn is, but what about taking care of a preborn baby? What about taking care of yourself BEFORE even conceiving? The BrainStim Gang is discussing a new study that looks at the impact having a healthy diet has on the next generation - REAL generational change! It's an eye-opening discussion - and it's not just for the ladies. Men's nutritional health plays a huge role in this process too. As always, if you have questions, please visit to speak with Dr. Aplin. /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/38281950

#323: Quiz Time 09/12/2025

#323: Quiz Time 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 /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/38187200

322: Simple Hacks to Balance Your Brain 08/22/2025

322: Simple Hacks to Balance Your Brain 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! /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/37922855

321: UPFs & Education 08/15/2025

321: UPFs & Education 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 been allowed - and WHAT can we do about it? That's what the BrainStim gang is delving into in today's epsiode. We hope you listen and start a health revolution in your town to change the generational cycle of sickness. As always, if you want more information or have questions, please visit us at /episode/index/show/bullpenscience/id/37836610

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