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#061: Concussion Rescue -- How to Heal the Brain w/ Dr. Kabran Chapek
Dr. Kabran Chapek is the author of CONCUSSION RESCUE: A Comprehensive Program to Heal Traumatic Brain Injury. He is a staff physician at the Amen Clinics, which has been the front line of defense against the impact of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) for over 25 years. He has a special interest in TBIs, the assessment and treatment of Alzheimer’s and dementia, PTSD, and anxiety disorders. Dr. Chapek is the founding president of the Psychiatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians.   Intro [01:30]   Introduction to Dr. Chapek and why he developed an interest in brain health.  [08:17]   Why the current approach to treating concussions often doesn’t go far enough. Explanation of SPECT imaging. [12:27]  TBI = “the silent epidemic” [14:55]  Elements of a good brain injury assessment: History, Cognitive Testing (SAGE, MOCA — link below), Imaging, Labs/bloodwork [22:30]  “First Aid for Your Brain” — Useful supplements to take following an acute brain injury/concussion and WHY: Glutathione (NAC), curcumin, vitamin C, vitamin D, progesterone, Omega-3, MCT oil, BCAA [32:05]   Show partners Perfect Supplements & Amazon (discount code/ links below) [34:17]  Supplements helpful for chronic symptoms of previous brain injury; Role of the Ketogenic diet in healing [38:16]  Other natural therapies used in the treatment of TBI: Diet rich in antioxidants, exercise (especially cardiovascular), brain exercises, meditation, hyperbaric oxygen chamber [43:42]  The MYTH that you shouldn’t let someone with a concussion fall asleep; Why the brain needs sleep; Why those with TBIs have difficulty sleeping; How to improve sleep hygiene (melatonin, tryptophan) [48:34] How to tell if issues with attention, memory, or depression may be related to a past brain injury/ concussion [50:54]  The promising role of these treatment protocols for Alzheimer’s and dementia [53:03] Where to find/connect with Dr. Chapek Links: Dr. Chapek’s book: “Concussion Rescue: A Comprehensive Program to Heal Traumatic Brain Injury” Cognitive Testing: www.brainhealthassessment.com Amen clinic: https://www.amenclinics.com/locations/northwest/ Dr. Chapek (Amen Clinic): http://bit.ly/Chapek Dr. Chapek Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkabran_chapek/   Amazon Link:  Click HERE to use our affiliate link to make purchases Perfect Supplements: www.perfectsupplements.com/kim  (Enter coupon code KIM10 at checkout for 10% off all products.) Podcast website: www.awholenewyoupodcast.com Kim’s website: www.kimmaravich.com Laurie’s website: www.simplyempoweredllc.com Join our Facebook group: A Whole New You Podcast Community Follow us on Instagram: @A Whole New You Podcast Email us: contact@awholenewyoupodcast.com Subscribe to our show in iTunes and PLEASE leave us a review!
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