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EPISODE 125 |  On this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster sits down with Ali from The Tick Chicks to discuss Lyme disease, tickborne illness, chronic infections, diagnosis challenges, and the often nonlinear journey of healing.

Ali shares the story behind The Tick Chicks, created following her Lyme disease diagnosis in 2009 and years of searching for answers. The conversation explores why tickborne illnesses can be difficult to identify, including situations where patients do not recall a tick bite or develop a bullseye rash.

Topics include brain retraining, neurofeedback, biofeedback, nutrition, inflammatory foods, nervous system support, immune regulation, environmental factors, mold exposure, and approaches focused on improving overall resilience and function.

The episode also highlights the upcoming Global Tickborne Illness Summit, taking place October 8–11, 2026.

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On this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster sits down with Dr. Mary Collings, longtime chiropractor for the Dallas Mavericks and Dallas Stars.

Drawing on more than 30 years of experience working with elite athletes, Dr. Collings discusses the evolution of sports medicine, athlete recovery, load management, wearable technology, leadership, and creating championship-caliber team cultures.

Listeners will gain practical insights into performance optimization, injury prevention, recovery strategies, and the qualities that help athletes and teams thrive at the highest levels of competition.

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EPISODE 123 | Balancing Your Brain With Dr. Ryan Worley of NeuroBalance Solutions

What if chronic dizziness, anxiety, brain fog, or balance problems aren't simply symptoms to manage—but signs of dysfunctional neural pathways that can be retrained?

On this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster dives into the science behind Functional Neurology and how targeted neurological rehabilitation helps identify and address the root causes of persistent symptoms. Dr. Ryan Worley, of Neurobalance Solutions, shares a powerful personal story of overcoming severe anxiety, depression, dizziness, and post-concussion challenges after discovering previously undiagnosed neurological dysfunction.

We discuss:

• The connection between the vestibular system, balance, and anxiety
• Why balance involves multiple brain regions working together
• Advanced diagnostic tools including VNG and computerized balance testing
• Individualized rehabilitation strategies that stimulate neuroplasticity
• Virtual balance audits and remote neurological coaching
• The role of inflammation, gut health, mold exposure, and metabolism in recovery
• Why meaningful neurological improvement is possible at any age

Whether you're dealing with chronic symptoms yourself or are interested in cutting-edge brain rehabilitation, this conversation offers valuable insight into how the brain adapts, heals, and recovers.

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On this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster sits down with the owner of the Infinity Neuromotor Development Center, Dr. Josh Madsen, to discuss pediatric neurological development and the importance of early intervention for developmental challenges.

The conversation explores why the "wait and see" approach can be problematic, especially given how rapidly the brain develops in early childhood. The episode breaks down the clinic's developmental pyramid model, focusing on metabolic health, primitive reflex integration, vestibular and ocular systems, and higher cognitive development.

Additional topics include neuroinflammation in autism, environmental and dietary stressors, reducing toxic burden in the home, and innovative therapies such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), EWOT, laser therapy, and neurologic rehabilitation technologies.

The episode also provides practical insight for parents on creating engaging, movement-based therapeutic environments and limiting excessive screen exposure in young children.

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On this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster sits down with Chris Cannon of M2MMA to discuss how technology is transforming safety in combat sports.

We explore how AI, real-time biometric tracking, and centralized medical data are improving our understanding of concussions and traumatic brain injury (TBI). With innovations like smart gloves and mouthguards, athletes can train smarter, recover better, and extend their careers.

We also address the cultural and financial barriers that prevent fighters from reporting injuries, and why shifting toward a brain-first approach is critical for the future of combat sports.

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In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster speaks with Cameron Allen of Neuro Progeny about using heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback and virtual reality to retrain the nervous system.

After witnessing his brother's long-term struggle with depression and traumatic brain injury, Cameron became committed to finding more effective neuro-based solutions beyond traditional fragmented care models.

Topics covered include:

• HRV as a biomarker for autonomic balance
• Why behavior is adaptive
• Real-time VR biofeedback training
• Neuroplasticity and brain-body communication
• Applications in post-concussion recovery
• Mood and stress regulation
• Future wearable diagnostics and hyperspectral imaging

This episode explores how immersive biofeedback technologies may improve nervous system resilience and long-term neurological health.

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Topics include:

• Hypnosis as a natural state of focused concentration
• The subconscious mind as the true behavioral powerhouse
• Why past trauma still activates fight-or-flight
• Hypnotherapy for weight loss and stress regulation
• Regression therapy and identifying root causes
• Mental programming for elite performance
• The mind-body connection in chronic illness
• Cultural conditioning and holistic healing perspectives

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EPISODE 118 | Dr. David Traster Sits Down with Allie Chandler: Chronic Illness, Lyme Disease, Mold Toxicity & POTS Recovery

In this episode, Dr. David Traster interviews Allie Chandler about her journey through severe Lyme disease, mold toxicity, and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). After years of neurological, cardiac, and digestive dysfunction — including nearly two years bedbound — healing began through a root-cause functional medicine approach.

Topics include:
• Biological drivers of inflammation
• Drainage pathway optimization
• Parasite protocols
• Nervous system regulation
• Limbic system retraining
• Vagus nerve stimulation
• The endocrine impact of strength training
• Rebuilding belief systems after chronic illness

This conversation highlights the integration of physiology, neuroplasticity, and resilience in long-term recovery.

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EPISODE 117 | On this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster sits down with Dr. Conner Bor of NeuroActive Spine and Rehab Center to explore neurodevelopmental disorders, Autism, ADHD, pediatric functional neurology and a proactive model for addressing developmental delays.

Many children present with vestibular dysfunction, retained primitive reflexes (such as ATNR), speech delays, and impaired motor planning. Rather than adopting a "wait and see" approach, this model emphasizes early intervention through activation, nourishment, protection, and neurological challenge.

Discussion Includes:

• Co-activation therapy

• Photobiomodulation (laser)

• PEMF and transcranial direct current stimulation

• Sensory-rich vestibular and proprioceptive therapies

• Neurocognitive eye movement training

• Objective tools including QEEG and fNIRS

• Cranial nerve stimulation for speech development

• Foundational lifestyle changes

The mission is to empower parents with education and provide individualized, data-driven strategies to improve functional quality of life.

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In this episode, Dr. David Traster of The Neurologic Wellness Institute sits down with Mark Faulkner of CON-CRĒT Creatine to explore the expanding science of creatine — far beyond strength training.

With a background in physics, biochemistry, forensic toxicology, and athletic drug testing, Faulkner shares how creatine hydrochloride (CrHCL) was discovered and how it differs from traditional creatine monohydrate in absorption, dosing, and neurological applications.

• Creatine as the rate-limiting molecule for ATP production

• Brain energy metabolism and cognitive performance

• Creatine deficiency in modern diets

• Kidney function myths and creatinine lab interpretation

• Bioavailability differences between monohydrate and CrHCL

• Huntington's disease research

• Emerging data on traumatic brain injury (TBI) and concussion

• Immune system function and T-cell energy

This episode reframes creatine as a foundational cellular energy molecule critical for muscle, brain, immune, and metabolic health.

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EPISODE 115

Can you train your brain in the gym?

In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster speaks with Aaron Delgrolice, founder of Hybrid Fitness Training, about integrating neuroscience into movement and fitness.

Aaron explains his top-down nervous system approach, emphasizing that neurological systems fire before muscular tissue. By assessing and retesting visual, vestibular, proprioceptive, and cerebellar systems, he creates individualized programs that improve pain, mobility, balance, and performance.

The conversation explores:
• Brain-based movement training
• Breathwork and parasympathetic regulation
• The neurological roots of chronic pain
• Emotional stress and physical tension
• Calisthenics and kettlebell training through a neuro lens
• The future of individualized fitness

This episode bridges functional neurology and modern performance training, highlighting how integrating the brain transforms movement and overall wellness.

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EPISODE 114 | Understanding Therapeutic Plasma Exchange with Dr. Peter Miller

In this episode, we interview Dr. Peter Miller of VIP TPE in Boca Raton, Florida, to explore the science and clinical application of Therapeutic Plasma Exchange (TPE), also known as apheresis.

We discuss:

• What TPE is and how it works
• ASFA guideline categories and clinical evidence
• TPE in Guillain-Barré Syndrome, PANS/PANDAS, Myasthenia Gravis
• IVIG combination therapy
• The AMBAR Alzheimer's trial results
• Safety, risks & outpatient candidacy
• Emerging research in aging and inflammatory load reduction

TPE works by removing harmful plasma components including antibodies, toxins, and neuroinflammatory proteins. While it does not reverse existing neurological damage, research suggests it may help slow disease progression in certain patient populations.

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EPISODE 113 | Treating Concussions with Dr. Melissa Biscardi

In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, we interview concussion expert Dr. Melissa Biscardi about her multidisciplinary background and her work advancing brain injury rehabilitation. Topics include ocular motor dysfunction after concussion, her PhD research into virtual reality interventions in postconcussion syndrome, development of the Brain Toolkit app, sleep and medication considerations for brain health, and holistic recovery strategies addressing the vestibular system, eyes, and cervical spine.

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EPISODE 112 | Is chronic illness rooted in the body—or in how the brain and nervous system are communicating?

In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. Cathleen King of Primal Trust shares her deeply personal recovery journey and the neuroscience behind nervous system regulation, brain retraining, and identity-level healing.

After years of Lyme disease, mold toxicity, autoimmune illness, and nervous system collapse, Dr. King discovered that her symptoms were driven by a protective brain stuck in survival mode. This realization led to the creation of Primal Trust, a multi-level nervous system and inner work program that has guided nearly 20,000 people through healing.

Topics include:

• Brain processing disorders & symptom memory loops

• Vagus nerve, limbic system & somatic regulation

• Why belief systems and identity matter in healing

• Illness identity & the fear of letting diagnoses go

• Timing vs. treatment in chronic illness recovery

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PODCAST 111 | Dizziness can mean many different things — and understanding the nervous system is key to treating it correctly.

In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. Traster is joined by Dr. Helena Esmonde, PT, DPT from Vestibular First, a specialist in vestibular rehabilitation and balance disorders. Together, they explore how the vestibular system works, why dizziness is often misdiagnosed, and how eye movements can help differentiate inner ear conditions from central neurologic issues.

Topics discussed include:
• The difference between dizziness, vertigo, and imbalance
• How the vestibular system, vision, and proprioception interact
• What causes BPPV and why it can often be resolved quickly
• How vestibular rehab identifies stroke, vestibular migraine, and 3PD
• Why individualized care matters more than rigid protocols

This episode is essential listening for anyone dealing with chronic dizziness, balance issues, or neurologic symptoms.

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PODCAST 110 | In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, host Dr. David Traster interviews Dr. Cedrick Noel, a chiropractor and functional neurologist with more than two decades of experience helping patients who haven't found answers elsewhere.

Dr. Noel discusses his evolution into functional neurology starting as a student with the Carrick Institute, the development of his multidisciplinary clinic, and why establishing a strong neurological foundation is critical before structural or gut-based interventions. The conversation covers his innovative tools—including the Focus Builder App, at-home spinal decompression devices, and the Gravity Reset vestibular approach—along with a heartfelt tribute to his late colleague, Dr. Jason Whitaker.

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PODCAST 109 | In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster welcomes Dr. Ayla Wolf, an experienced clinician specializing in the integration of functional neurology and Chinese medicine.

With over 20 years in private practice, Dr. Wolf shares how acupuncture, herbal medicine, movement therapies, and nutrition can modulate the nervous system, improve autonomic regulation, and support conditions such as POTS, dysautonomia, migraines, mast cell activation syndrome, and brain injuries.

This episode explores the science behind acupuncture, differential diagnosis in Chinese medicine, and why individualized care is essential for complex neurological cases.

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PODCAST 108 | In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster interviews Dr. Jonathan Chung to discuss modern neurologic care, upper cervical chiropractic, dizziness, and the growing influence of social media on patient health beliefs.

Dr. Chung explains his clinical philosophy centered on anti-fragility, resiliency, and health independence, while addressing common misconceptions around the vagus nerve, atlas alignment, glymphatic function, and cervical biomechanics. The discussion also explores cervicogenic dizziness, the neck as a sensory organ, migraine and autonomic symptoms, and how fear-based messaging can worsen patient outcomes through the nocebo effect.

The episode concludes with an important discussion on autoimmune disease awareness, including lupus, and why early detection is critical for long-term neurologic and systemic health.

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PODCAST 107: Dizziness is one of the most complex and misunderstood symptoms in neurology — and it's rarely just an inner ear issue.

In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster speaks with Dr. Amir Kheradmand, vestibular neurologist at Johns Hopkins University, about how dizziness, vertigo, balance, vision, and the brain are deeply interconnected.

This conversation explores how clinicians differentiate dizziness from vertigo, why conditions like vestibular migraine and PPPD are becoming more common, and how abnormal eye movements help pinpoint where dysfunction exists in the nervous system. Dr. Kheradmand also discusses stroke red flags that can be missed, why imaging isn't always definitive, and how maladaptive brain states develop after vestibular injury.

The episode concludes with a forward-looking discussion on neuromodulation and why the future of dizziness treatment lies in individualized, brain-based care.

🎗️ Special thanks to the Vestibular Disorders Association (VeDA/VITA) for their advocacy, education, and support for patients worldwide.

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PODCAST 106 | From One Clinic to a Global Classroom: Adrenal Fatigue, Natural Medicine & Modern Health Truths | Dr. Bradley Campbell

In this powerful episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, host Dr. David Traster sits down with Dr. Bradley Campbell, chiropractor, naturopathic doctor, acupuncturist, educator, and author, to explore how modern stress, nervous system dysregulation, and lifestyle factors are driving today's chronic health conditions.

Dr. Campbell shares how he transitioned from owning a single brick-and-mortar clinic to creating a global online education platform, allowing him to teach natural chiropractic, naturopathic, herbal, acupuncture, and functional health principles to thousands worldwide.

He discusses:

• Why over 90% of patients show signs of adrenal fatigue

• His book Do I Have Adrenal Fatigue? and the 4 S's: salt, sex, sugar, and stress hormones

• The role of modern stressors like phones, fake lighting, stimulants, loneliness, and processed food

• Why hormones and low testosterone are often signals—not root causes

• How acupuncture, herbs, homeopathy, and labs fit into holistic healing

• The dangers of poor-quality supplements and fake herbs

• Food processing, antibiotics, gut health, and nervous system addiction patterns

• Why long-form education is the future of health truth

Dr. Campbell also shares his personal journey into chiropractic after a childhood concussion, his experience navigating censorship, and his mission to empower patients to "use their doctor, not be used by their doctor."

A must-listen episode for anyone interested in adrenal fatigue, nervous system healing, holistic health, functional medicine, and patient empowerment.

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The brain and body can heal.

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Episode 105 | Neuromodulation Explained: The Future of Drug-Free Brain Therapy with SOZO Brain Center

In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, host Dr. David Traster sits down with Matthew Papadopoulos, CEO of the Sozo Brain Center, one of the world's leading authorities in non-invasive neuromodulation.

The Sozo Brain Center, based in Cyprus, is internationally recognized for delivering cutting-edge, drug-free brain stimulation therapies for complex neurological and mental health conditions. The word Sozo comes from ancient Greek, meaning "to save" — a mission reflected in their life-changing clinical outcomes.

In this conversation, we explore:

• What neuromodulation really is and how non-invasive brain stimulation works
• Why protocols matter more than devices
• How combining stimulation with targeted cognitive and motor tasks enhances neuroplasticity
• Conditions treated including dementia, Parkinson's, autism, chronic pain, and mental health disorders
• EEG brain mapping, outcome tracking, and personalized treatment timelines
• Using TMS, TPS, tDCS, tACS, Vagal Nerve Stimulation, Tongue Electric Stimulation
• Training doctors globally to expand access to neuromodulation

Dr. Traster shares why he considers Sozo Brain Center one of the global gold standard in neuromodulation and how this technology is redefining neurological and mental health care worldwide.

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The brain can heal.

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PODCAST 104: The Eye–Brain Connection — Neurovision, Concussion Recovery & Peak Performance with Dr. Aakash Shah

In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Aakash Shah, a leading neurovision specialist, to explore the powerful connection between vision, brain function, and human performance.

Dr. Shah works with patients ranging from infants to professional athletes, specializing in pediatric vision, traumatic brain injury (TBI), concussion recovery, and sports vision training. With over a decade of experience, he explains how vision is processed in the brain—not just the eyes—and why optimizing the eye-brain connection is critical for recovery, learning, and peak performance.

Dr. Shah also shares his inspiring personal journey. Born with severe vision loss due to exotropia (turned-out eye) and amblyopia (lazy eye), he was told by multiple doctors that nothing could be done. Through neurology-based vision therapy, brain training, and light therapy, he was able to restore the majority of his vision as an adult—including depth perception and the ability to pass a DMV eye exam.

In this conversation, we discuss how neuroplasticity allows the brain to rewire itself and how targeted vision and brain training can lead to lasting recovery, improved cognition, and elite-level performance.

• How vision is processed in the brain, not just the eyes
• Why strabismus and amblyopia are often neurological—not structural
• The role of neuroplasticity in vision and brain recovery
• How Syntonics light therapy helps regulate the autonomic nervous system
• The science behind photobiomodulation and brain-eye health
• Why concussion patients experience light sensitivity, anxiety, and tunnel vision
• How neurovision training improves reaction time, decision-making, and visual memory
• The "quiet eye," flow state, and elite athletic performance
• How vision training can reduce injury risk and repeat concussions
• Why eye tracking and peripheral awareness are critical for reading, academics, and sports

This episode highlights the brain's incredible ability to heal and adapt. Whether you're dealing with concussion symptoms, vision challenges, learning difficulties, or looking to enhance athletic or cognitive performance, this conversation shows how addressing the eye–brain connection can unlock recovery and optimization.

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The Posture-Brain Connection: How Posture Rewires the Brain, Impacts Balance, Movement, and Neurological Health – with Mat Boule

Posture is not just structural — it is neurological.

In this episode of The Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster sits down with posturology expert Mat Boule to explore how posture directly programs the brain, influences balance, coordination, movement efficiency, and shapes long-term neurological health.

Mat explains how dysfunctional posture disrupts sensory input from the vestibular system, visual system, and proprioceptive pathways, forcing the brain into compensatory patterns that can lead to chronic pain, poor balance, dizziness, gait instability, fatigue, and decreased motor control.

This episode reveals how restoring proper postural strategies can recalibrate the nervous system, improve coordination, enhance athletic performance, and optimize how the brain organizes movement in space. You'll learn how postural correction is not simply biomechanical — it is a powerful form of brain-based rehabilitation.

• The neurological relationship between posture and brain function

• How poor posture impacts balance, coordination, and vestibular processing

• Posturology and the brain-body connection

• Sensory integration, proprioception, and movement efficiency

• How posture influences chronic pain, dizziness, and instability

• Brain-based posture correction and neuro-sensory rehabilitation strategies

Mat Boule is a posturologist specializing in the neurological regulation of posture, balance, and human movement. His work focuses on how the brain processes sensory input from the vestibular system, eyes, muscles, and joints to maintain upright stability and coordinate efficient movement patterns.

Through advanced postural assessment and neuro-sensory correction strategies, Mat addresses the root causes of postural dysfunction, dizziness, poor balance, movement inefficiency, and chronic pain. His approach is grounded in neuroscience and centers on recalibrating how the brain organizes posture to improve mobility, coordination, performance, and long-term resilience.

This episode offers a powerful perspective for clinicians, athletes, and anyone seeking to improve movement, balance, posture, and neurological performance.

 PODCAST 102 — Treating Mold | Neuropeptides, Herbs, Exosomes & More!
Guest: Dr. Jared Seigler
Host: Dr. David Traster | Neurologic Wellness Podcast

Mold illness isn't just an allergy — it can derail your immune system, disrupt neuropeptides, impair detox pathways, and even trigger neurological symptoms. In today's episode, Dr. David Traster sits down with Dr. Jared Seigler to break down one of the most misunderstood causes of chronic illness: mold toxicity and chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS).

 What you'll learn in this episode:

• How mold and mycotoxins affect the brain, immune system, and autonomic nervous system

• Why mold can trigger neurological conditions like autism spectrum disorders, anxiety, migraines, and autoimmune neuroinflammation

• The nervous system ↔ immune system two-way connection (neuroimmune loop)

• How to test for mold exposure (home tests + patient testing)

• The step-by-step framework to treat mold illness, including:

  • Removing exposure

  • Binders (activated charcoal, chlorophyll, modified citrus pectin, etc.)

  • Immune modulation + vagal tone regulation

  • Detoxification & lymphatic support

  • Antifungal protocols to kill mold, yeast, and fungus

• How neuropeptides, herbs, exosomes, and regenerative therapies accelerate healing

This conversation dives deep into the relationship between environmental toxins, immune dysregulation, and neurological symptoms — and how restoring neuroimmune balance can lead to full-body recovery.

• Mold toxicity (CIRS)

• Chronic inflammation

• Neuroimmune communication

• Neuropeptides & autonomic regulation

• Exosomes & regenerative therapies

• Functional medicine and detoxification

• Autism, brain fog, neurological autoimmunity, functional neurological disorder

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EPISODE 100 — THE ART, SCIENCE, AND PHILOSOPHY OF FIGHTING
Guest: Lucas Rosa – Professional MMA Fighter, Watson Fellow, Author

What does it take to fight — not just with your body, but with your mind?

In this milestone 100th episode of The Neurologic Wellness Institute Podcast, we sit down with professional MMA fighter Lucas Rosa, a rare combination of fighter, scholar, and philosopher. Lucas doesn't just train to win — he trains to understand.

He earned the prestigious Thomas J. Watson Fellowship, allowing him to travel the world studying the deeper meaning of combat. His journey led him through:

• Cambodia to train in the ancient martial art Bokator

• Thailand to immerse in Muay Thai

• The Netherlands to study Dutch kickboxing

Lucas comes from a family of fighters and carries a multi-generational legacy into every match. But what makes him different is how he integrates neuroscience, philosophy, and peak brain performance into his training.

In this episode, we explore:

• The art, science, and philosophy of fighting

• How elite fighters train their brain—not just their body

• What martial arts can teach us about discipline, suffering, uncertainty, and identity

• Tools Lucas uses to keep his brain sharp and recover quickly

• His upcoming book blending cryptids, ancient mythology, and martial arts

Whether you're an athlete, coach, brain-performance enthusiast, or someone fascinated by the psychology of combat, this episode will challenge how you think about movement, mindset, and meaning.

Key Themes:

• Neuroplasticity and combat sports

• Brain optimization and recovery

• Fighter mindset and performance psychology

• Ancient martial arts and the origins of combat philosophy

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In this episode, Dr. David Traster sits down with Dr. Michael Lebowitz, DC and Dr. Noah Lebowitz, DC of Supreme Nutrition Products to uncover what's really driving the chronic disease epidemic — and how herbal medicine + integrative strategies can help turn the tide.

🔥 Why chronic illness is exploding in America — including autoimmune disorders, metabolic syndrome, chronic fatigue, gut dysbiosis, obesity, neuroinflammation, hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, Lyme, mold illness, anxiety, depression, SIBO/SIFO, dysautonomia, food sensitivities, stealth infections, thyroid dysfunction, memory problems, brain fog, and dizziness.

🧩 Root-cause investigation: toxins, diet, lifestyle, microbial imbalance, endocrine dysfunction, and hidden infections.

🌱 Herbal medicine that works: how clean, organic, and wild-crafted herbs — like those from Supreme Nutrition Products — can support true healing when used as part of an integrative protocol.

💡 Top 20 chronic conditions in the U.S. — what they share in common and where herbal and lifestyle medicine may help.

🙌 Real-world results: practical tools for both practitioners and patients, blending neuroplasticity, functional neurology, and natural medicine.

Dr. Michael Lebowitz, DC — Founder of Supreme Nutrition Products, expert in applied kinesiology, chronic illness, and herbal-based clinical protocols.
Dr. Noah Lebowitz, DC — Continuing his father's mission through education, research, and clinical innovation in natural medicine.

🌿 Supreme Nutrition Products is known for its purity and clinical testing — single-ingredient herbal formulas with no fillers, organic or wild-crafted when possible, designed to support complex chronic illness protocols.

If you or someone you love is facing a chronic health condition — whether it's a concussion, dysautonomia, dizziness, autoimmune disease, gut-brain dysfunction, or metabolic issue — this episode offers a detective's lens on root causes and real solutions.

Herbs aren't "magic pills," but when used strategically — with high-quality sourcing, root-cause targeting, and integration with neuroplasticity and lifestyle tools — they can become powerful allies in recovery.

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Dr. Wadsworth is a Doctor of Chiropractic as well as a board certified Chiropractic Acupuncturist, currently pursuing certification in Neuroacupuncture. She is focused on helping her patients understand their conditions, teaching ways to help, and treating with the most effective course. Her clinical experience involves a multitude of systemic, neurological, gastrointestinal, and musculoskeletal conditions.

Dr. DeBeer is a board certified Chiropractic Neurologist who specializes in Functional Neurology and Sports Performance. His primary focus involves the Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems and how the brain moves the body. He enjoys treating patients with orthopedic complaints of the neck, spine, low back, hips, and ankles in a more traditional chiropractic manner as well.

Quantum Neurology is an educational company, where we teach doctors how to evaluate, test, and rehabilitate every major nerve in the body. Developed over the course of 10 years by Dr. George Gonzalez, D.C., Quantum Neurology was originally created for restoring his own wife's health after a spinal cord injury. Dr. Gonzalez trains licensed health professionals to strengthen the nervous system using his patented, step by step training program. Throughout the training, doctors will learn how to activate the body's natural actions, reactions, and reflexes to restore function to motor, cranial, sensory, and visceral nerves using light therapy and nerve specific exercises

Amanda Burrill is a Navy veteran who served as a rescue swimmer and combat systems officer on two tours aboard the USS Dubuque. Amanda shares her story here on how difficult it can be to obtain an accurate diagnosis and treatment of head injury. 

Dr. Lebowitz has practiced the art and science of applied kinesiology for 35+ years and has taught for 28+ years. During that time, Dr. Lebowitz has developed many techniques which are presently used by well over a thousand physicians in the US, Canada, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia. His research and innovation have brought much in the way of testing techniques and academics to alternative medicine in the fields of dysbiosis, food sensitivities, toxic metals, chemical and electromagnetic field sensitivity, biofilms, mycotoxins, and hypercoagulation, as well as neurological desensitization techniques. He has also helped develop nutritional products that are used worldwide to treat these issues.

Dr. Lebowitz attracts patients from around the globe. He has treated many professional athletes (MLB, NHL, NFL, cyclists, runners, boxers, ballet, etc.) as well as many physicians and thousands of others. When treating and correcting dysbiosis (fungus, parasites, bacteria, virus, etc.), food sensitivities, toxic metals and chemicals, nutrient deficiencies, hormone imbalances, structural imbalances and more, he has found that a majority of chronic and acute symptoms often resolve and the patient is restored to a better state of health.

The LoveYourBrain Foundation is a non-profit organization that improves the quality of life of people affected by traumatic brain injury and raises awareness about the importance of brain health.

Evidence is a former University of Miami football player and a former patient of NWI. He is passionate about the care he received at NWI and how he was able to improve on and off the field.

Dr. Rawls has written extensively on health topics, including Lyme disease, fibromyalgia, and Chronic Immune Dysfunction. He's the author of Suffered Long Enough and Unlocking Lyme, and has contributed to various health sites.

Aside from his writing, Dr. Rawls serves as Medical Director for Vital Plan, an herbal supplement and wellness company he co-founded with his daughter, Braden.

Dr. Moore's passion for restoring health through a multi-therapeutic approach came from a young age when his mother was diagnosed with Diabetes after a 3-year struggle trying to figure out what was causing her health to decline. She was diagnosed only because she was in a car accident and in the ER she was told that she was diabetic. Her doctors noted that it was possibly missed for years. By this point she had gained 100 lbs, her cholesterol was out of control, she had ulcers in her stomach, depression, high blood pressure, and chronic fatigue. Growing up Dr. Moore watched his mother's condition progress adding new medications and symptoms by the year, never curing or making her feel better for long just stabilizing one symptom until the next started. This eventually led to thyroid cancer and 2 surgeries to remove the cancer. Through this experience, Dr. Moore found his mission to discover the root cause of a condition so that the progression can be stopped so the next person doesn't have to go through a story like hers.

Alicia was diagnosed with Lyme disease, and through her struggles and successes, has created "The Tick Chicks" website helping others who are in similar positions find a much quicker and more efficient route to success.

Dr. Smith provides a one stop shop for athletes in her Atlanta-based clinic. She is a doctor of chiropractic, board certified sports physician, extremity practitioner, and a strength and conditioning specialist. She is also certified in Active Release Technique and Graston technique. Dr. Smith is a team doctor for USA Track & Field, a former NCAA collegiate cross country and track athlete, a half ironman world qualifier, as well as a current Category 2 cyclist competing in the professional field.

Dr. King graduated with her doctorate degree in PT from Pacific University in 2003 with post-graduate training in orthopedic manual therapy and specializing in somatic movement and neuroscience. She was training using principles from Hanna Somatics, The Sarno Method, and other mind-body connection practices. Her advanced training has focused primarily on neuroplasticity based healing methods and limbic system rewiring programs. She's studied programs such as the Lightning Process, DNRS, Gupta Program, Joe Dispenza's Work, The Polyvagal Theory, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), PSYCH-K trained facilitator, HeartMath Training, NLP, Germanic Healing Knowledge, MAP Recode, Matrix Energetics, and Memory Repatterning. Her education is vast, and her personal healing experience outweighs anything she has read in a book. She brings evidence-based science, quantum energetics, and profound personal experiences together in her training and programs.

Andrea is a mom of two, with a background in pediatric nursing working in acute care pediatrics. She then taught nursing students and eventually went into solo practice helping women balance their hormones. Andrea's daughter was diagnosed with PANDAS in 2018 and shares her journey of recovery.

In May 2017, something happened that changed her life forever. That's why she created a community for people with concussions. Her mission is to help them reduce their symptoms, change their mindset, and be able to return to work/social activities via classes, courses, her daily support, and a private community.

Feldenkrais Trainer and practitioner David Zemach-Bersin brings considerable experience to his curatorial position at Feldenkrais Access. He has maintained a Functional Integration practice for over forty years, and has taught in Feldenkrais Training programs for 35 years. He studied directly with Moshe Feldenkrais and graduated from the first US Feldenkrais Professional Training Program in 1977.

Driven by a desire to promote healing in individuals who may have lost hope, Dr. Shem desires nothing more than to use his training and experience to ease the troubles of those he encounters, educate individuals, and help connect the dots between questions that have yet to be answered. His mission is to serve those with the greatest need for neurological rehabilitation and get them back to the activities and people they love.

In 2015, Rachel experienced personal tragedy incurring a life-threatening traumatic brain injury in a snowboarding accident. With a prognosis of recovery of 60% at best, she was determined to survive and regain what was lost. Under the care and rehabilitation of a holistic Neurologist and with her 80-year-old father at her side, she worked tirelessly and diligently for over 18 months, relearning basic life skills, ultimately regaining what was lost. Determined to share her life stories, bring hope to others, and encourage perseverance, while instilling courage and resilience, she continues to speak, coach, and train throughout the U.S. and internationally.

Founder of Case Integrative Health, Dr. Kelley is relentless about getting to the root cause of chronic disease and transforming health through Functional Medicine. Board Certified in Family Medicine, Dr. Kelley was among the first physicians to become Board Certified in Integrative Medicine. She has studied the causes, effects, and treatments of Lyme Disease extensively, and lectures nationally on this and other topics.

Dr. Becca Keyes is a certified Neuro-Emotional Technique practitioner and chiropractor. In her practice, she helps practice members discover the true cause of their pain, emotional blocks, and dysfunction by working with them to determine if the cause is structural, emotional, or biochemical stress. She wants people to not only feel better but to truly be better.

Jonathan Arkin is a Doctor of Chiropractic and holds a diplomate in chiropractic neurology and is a professional applied kinesiologist giving him specialties in neurology and movement. For the last several years he has been a treating physician at prestigious brain injury centers in both Atlanta and Norway. Dr. Arkin is also an associate professor for the Carrick Institute for Graduate studies in which he teaches doctors functional neurology around the world.

Born with a mild form of Cerebral Palsy, Trent experienced pain and stiffness every day from the time he was a child. The methods Trent discovered to repair his own body also became the foundation for what would be his life's work. For more than 20 years, Trent's transformational methods and tools have changed thousands of lives for movement professionals and clients. The Fire Up Your Brain program was created by Trent as a fun, engaging, and affordable way to support this mission. In addition to his professional teaching, Trent spends his time problem solving and educating the world through his AskTrent Live programming, building a network of BrainSpeed Coaches, and facilitating speaking engagements to further educate the public on enhancing brain performance.