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Optimizing Brain Health & Recovery with Kristen Willeumier, PhD and Alice Nguyen, NMD

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How do concussions, repetitive head trauma, and strokes impact long-term brain health? Neuroscientist Dr. Kristen Willeumier and naturopathic physician Dr. Alice Nguyen join Todd Vande Hei for an eye-opening discussion on brain resilience, recovery, and performance.

Dr. Willeumier explains the dangers of subconcussive impacts—those repeated hits that don’t cause immediate symptoms but lead to long-term neurological damage. She breaks down the science of neuroplasticity, the role of tau protein in CTE, and how modern therapies like hyperbaric oxygen can support brain repair.

Dr. Nguyen provides a functional medicine perspective, detailing the key supplements, lab tests, and lifestyle changes that optimize cognitive function. She shares the exact protocol Todd followed before and after his stroke, offering valuable insights into the power of omega-3s, glutathione, and mitochondrial support.

This episode is packed with actionable strategies to protect your brain, enhance mental clarity, and age with cognitive resilience. Whether you’re an athlete, recovering from an injury, or simply looking to perform at your best, these insights are essential.

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Kristen Willeumier & Dr. Alice Nguyen
03:10 The Hidden Dangers of Repetitive Head Trauma
07:35 How Subconcussive Impacts Lead to Long-Term Brain Damage
12:15 The Science of CTE & Tau Protein Accumulation
18:00 Stroke vs. Concussions: Key Differences in Recovery
22:45 Strategies for Neuroplasticity & Brain Repair
28:30 The Role of Supplements in Cognitive Function
34:20 How TRT Influences Brain Performance
40:50 The Importance of Diet in Neurological Health
46:15 Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Brain Recovery
51:40 Practical Steps to Maintain Cognitive Longevity
58:10 Closing Thoughts & Where to Find Dr. Willeumier & Dr. Nguyen

Chapters

1. Introduction to Dr. Kristen Willeumier & Dr. Alice Nguyen (00:00:00)

2. The Hidden Dangers of Repetitive Head Trauma (00:03:10)

3. How Subconcussive Impacts Lead to Long-Term Brain Damage (00:07:35)

4. The Science of CTE & Tau Protein Accumulation (00:12:15)

5. Stroke vs. Concussions: Key Differences in Recovery (00:18:00)

6. Strategies for Neuroplasticity & Brain Repair (00:22:45)

7. The Role of Supplements in Cognitive Function (00:28:30)

8. How TRT Influences Brain Performance (00:34:20)

9. The Importance of Diet in Neurological Health (00:40:50)

10. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Brain Recovery (00:46:15)

11. Practical Steps to Maintain Cognitive Longevity (00:51:40)

12. Closing Thoughts & Where to Find Dr. Willeumier & Dr. Nguyen (00:58:10)

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