Myth #1: “It’s just anxiety.” Dr. Z breaks down why this misunderstanding leads to misdiagnosis, gaslighting, and years of unnecessary suffering.

Why drinking more water and pounding salt isn’t a real solution—and what’s actually driving your dizziness, fatigue, and tachycardia.

The shocking truth: Most POTS symptoms are neurological, not cardiovascular—and traditional testing completely misses it.

Why medications help some symptoms but never fix the root problem (and why you crash as soon as you stop them).

The biggest unlock: Your visual system, vestibular system, hormones, blood sugar, and immune health may be the hidden drivers your providers never checked.

If you’re dizzy, exhausted, lightheaded, and constantly brushed off by traditional medicine, this episode will feel like someone is finally connecting the dots.

What you’ll learn:

• Why “normal” labs don’t mean anything is actually normal for POTS patients—and why most people are told everything looks fine when they clearly don’t feel fine.
• The big flaw in the traditional POTS approach: it manages symptoms but ignores the nervous system dysfunction driving them.
• **The hidden neurological issues no one checks—**like eye-tracking and vestibular reflexes—that keep 75–80% of POTS patients dizzy, anxious, and fatigued.
• How advanced testing at Peak Brain & Body uncovers what cardiology and neurology miss, leading to real, lasting improvement.
• Why POTS is never “one thing,” and why treating the whole system (hormones, immune function, infections, mold, anemia, etc.) finally moves the needle.

In this episode I take questions from the audience and review the research on a variety of topics.

The concussion we all missed: Using Mike Evans’ hit as a case study, Dr. Z shows why a “minor” concussion can be far more life-altering than a broken collarbone—and how symptoms get rationalized away.

Depression redefined: New findings on excitatory neurons and microglia link mood and inflammation—explaining why exercise, vitamin D, gut health, and targeted nutrition help some people more than meds alone.

Women’s brain health & hormones: How menopause accelerates brain atrophy in MS, which regions are hit (memory, attention, emotion), and why LC/MS hormone testing changes the conversation on safe HRT.

Parkinson’s is rising—here’s why: Environmental exposures (industrial degreasers, pesticides, head trauma, autoimmunity) drive risk—and the practical levers you can control now.

From POTS to “wear-and-tear” knees: Why POTS is a neuro-immune problem (not a single-cause diagnosis), how ultra-processed foods speed cartilage loss, and what emerging evidence says about Boswellia + celery seed for pain, function, and inflammation.

Chemo brain, demystified: How mitochondrial stress and systemic inflammation drive brain fog, memory lapses, and slowed thinking—and what helps.

Food as a therapeutic tool: A simplified, modified Mediterranean approach (gluten-free, low-sugar, organic) to lower inflammation and feed the brain.

Support during treatment: Why timing matters for intermittent fasting, what to avoid during radiation, and where melatonin and select botanicals may fit.

Cachexia vs. “just eat anything”: Calorie-dense, therapeutic smoothies as a smarter alternative to ultra-processed shakes when appetite is low.

Home detox made doable: High-impact swaps (fragrance plugins, dryer sheets, plastic foodware, bottled water, microwaving in plastic) to cut hormone disruptors.

Stronger bones on AIs/Tamoxifen: The right form of calcium plus D3, K2, collagen precursors—and bone-loading movement—to reduce osteoporosis risk.

Mindset & the “cancer train”: How to pause urgency, build a healing team, and use breathwork, meditation, acupuncture, and graded exercise to steady emotions.

HRT after breast cancer—handle with care: Why this decision must be personalized (oncology, BHRT specialist, Dutch testing, vascular screening, tight lab follow-up).

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Neuroplasticity—your brain’s ability to adapt—can work for or against you. In this episode, I explain what it really is, why most providers overlook it, and how to harness it for recovery. From concussion and POTS to migraines, brain fog, and mood issues, I cover how precise testing and targeted therapies can rewire the brain, restore energy, and improve resilience.

In this episode:

• Neuroplasticity, simplified: the brain’s ability to change—sometimes helpful, sometimes harmful—depending on how it’s directed.
• How to measure brain function: neurological exams, balance and eye-movement testing, cognitive testing, and QEEG go beyond standard scans.
• Why generic rehab fails: overdoing or under-dosing therapy stalls progress; success depends on the right dose at the right time.
• Conditions helped by plasticity:
  • Concussions/PCS—rest alone doesn’t heal, but targeted vestibular, visual, and autonomic rehab does.
  • POTS/Dysautonomia—rewiring balance and eye-movement systems improves symptoms.
  • Migraines—strengthening brain circuits raises resilience and reduces attacks.
  • Chronic fatigue, brain fog, mood issues—often tied to inefficient or inflamed brain pathways.
• Tools that drive change: vestibular & vision rehab, cognitive training, neurofeedback, TMS, exercise, nutrition, sleep, and stress control.
• Proof in practice: Sara’s recovery shows the brain can change—even after years of symptoms.

Takeaway

Most brains can change when assessed precisely and treated specifically. Neuroplasticity isn’t a buzzword—it’s the most underused path to healing.

To learn more visit https://peakbrainandbody.com/

In this in-depth episode, Dr. Zimmerman and Dr. Scire go beyond conventional thinking about childhood developmental disorders—unpacking how issues like dyslexia, ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities often stem from deeper, unresolved neurological and immunological imbalances that extend well into adulthood.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Developmental Disorders Are Often Misunderstood & Undiagnosed: Learning disabilities, not autism, are the most common childhood developmental issues—yet many kids never receive a proper neurological evaluation. Instead, they're often pushed into compensatory therapies without addressing the root cause in brain function.
• Brain Development Has a Blueprint: The brain develops in a predictable right-to-left hemispheric pattern, and interruptions to this process—often identified through retained primitive reflexes, oculomotor issues, and vestibular dysfunction—can result in cognitive, emotional, and behavioral challenges well into adulthood.
• Functional Neurology Offers a Different Lens: Unlike traditional models that separate neurological and psychiatric care, functional neurology integrates sensory-motor function, primitive reflex testing, and brain hemisphere imbalances to uncover why the brain is underperforming—and how to restore its potential.
• Neuroimmune Interactions Are a Game-Changer: Immune system dysregulation—often starting in the womb due to maternal inflammation—can alter brain development and trigger lifelong neuropsychiatric issues. Inflammatory immune responses can lead to mood disorders, cognitive delay, and even autoimmune issues without ever being properly linked to brain health.
• Treating the Root, Not the Label: Dr. Scire emphasizes that symptom-chasing—whether through meds, supplements, or labs—isn’t enough. Instead, a framework-based approach must consider neurological exam findings, metabolic markers like blood sugar or anemia, and prioritize which systems need regulation first—brain, immune, or both.

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In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Zimmerman uncovers the deep—and often ignored—connection between concussions and mental health struggles. Drawing from research, clinical insights, and real-world cases, he exposes why so many patients suffering from depression, anxiety, and ADHD may actually be battling the silent aftermath of an undiagnosed or improperly treated concussion.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Concussions Aren’t Just a Sports Injury:
  While sports get the spotlight, concussions from car accidents, slips, and falls are even more common—and frequently overlooked, especially in non-athletes.
• Mental Health Diagnoses Often Miss the Mark:
  Research shows concussions drastically increase the risk of depression, anxiety, ADHD, and even suicide—yet many patients are misdiagnosed and mistreated because providers aren’t screening for brain injury.
• Outdated Beliefs Are Failing Patients:
  Coaches, parents, and even medical providers often rely on childhood-era concussion myths—leading to dangerous underdiagnosis and poor care.
• Proper Evaluation Requires More Than a Cognitive Test:
  A thorough concussion evaluation must include balance testing, oculomotor testing (like eye tracking), and metabolic lab work—not just symptom checklists or paper-based cognitive exams.
• There Is No One-Size-Fits-All Treatment:
  The best outcomes come from stacked, personalized treatment plans that combine neurological rehab, metabolic support, and advanced testing—not relying on a single therapy like neurofeedback or hyperbaric oxygen.

Key Takeaways:

• Vestibular rehab isn’t just for dizziness. It can benefit people with migraines, POTS, chronic fatigue, neck pain, and even back pain—because your brain’s perception of balance affects your entire nervous system and body.
• “It’s not just ear crystals.” Many clinicians oversimplify vestibular issues as BPPV, but central (brain-based) vestibular dysfunctions are often the real culprit—and they require advanced evaluation.
• Traditional therapy often fails. Protocol-driven rehab may worsen symptoms in 10–20% of patients. Precision matters. Rehab must be personalized, not “one-size-fits-all.”
• Cutting-edge tech is revolutionizing diagnostics. Tools like video oculography (eye tracking), computerized balance posturography, and rotating chair assessments are enabling more accurate, faster, and safer neurological care.
• AI will change everything. Artificial intelligence is already being used to enhance clinical decision-making, track progress, and personalize care—offering faster answers and better outcomes than ever before.

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