BrainStim

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 imm...

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...

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

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...

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 -...

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 www.invisionchiropractic.com. 

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...

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

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 addr...

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...

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, wh...

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: www.invisionchiropractic.com  

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 an...

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 q...

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...

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 BrainS...

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...

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 techno...

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...

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 u...

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...

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...

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

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 li...

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 happen...