🧠🌿 What if the key to a healthier brain begins in your gut?

In this episode of the Healthy Brain Toolbox, I’m joined by Noelle Patno, PhD, colon cancer survivor and Chief Science Officer at Bened Life. Her inspiring journey has led her to the cutting edge of research on the gut-brain connection and the groundbreaking role of psychobiotics.

Discover how PS128—a unique probiotic strain—shows promise for Parkinson’s, autism, and depression, and why probiotics may be more powerful for brain health than you think.

✨ Get ready to rethink what you know about probiotics, neurological health, and the mind-body connection.

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Key Takeaways

• How Noelle’s colon cancer diagnosis led her to gut-brain science (and a PhD!)
• What the heck is a psychobiotic—and why your neurons might love it
• The surprising link between constipation and Parkinson’s (yep, really)
• PS128: A probiotic that supports dopamine and motor function? Tell us more!
• How to support your gut-brain axis without cutting your vagus nerve (please don’t)

About the Guest: Noelle Patno, PhD, is the Chief Science Officer at Bened Life, the creator of Neuralli MP. With degrees from Stanford and the University of Chicago, she specializes in the gut-brain connection, probiotics, and psychobiotics. Noelle has led clinical trials, launched health products, and actively educates on the microbiome’s impact on health.

Website

• www.benedlife.com

LinkedIn

• www.linkedin.com/in/noelle-patno-phd
• www.linkedin.com/company/bened-life

Email

• npatno@stanfordalumni.org

Instagram

• www.instagram.com/benedlife

Facebook

• www.facebook.com/benedlife

Pinterest

• https://ph.pinterest.com/benedlife/

Webinar

• For Health Care Providers: 🩺
  Enhance your Parkinson’s care— https://benedlife.co/ujmBK
• For Patients & Caregivers: 💜
  Empower your Parkinson’s journey— https://benedlife.co/ujmBO

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Your body is sending signals every second—are you actually listening? On this episode of the Healthy Brain Toolbox Podcast, I sit down with Dave Korsunsky, Founder and CEO of Heads Up, to explore how data, wearables, and AI are transforming personalized healthcare.

🎧 Listen to the full episode and unlock the power of your health data.

Key Takeaways

• How tech experience shaped smarter health data use
• Why “normal” labs can still reveal early risks
• The wearables and metrics that truly matter
• Using biofeedback to boost health and performance
• AI’s real role in smarter, private care
• Making lifestyle medicine accessible for all
• Blending Blue Zone wisdom with modern data for lasting health

About the Guest: Dave Korsunsky is the Founder and CEO of HeadsUp, a platform transforming healthcare with real-time, actionable patient data. With 20+ years in tech leadership, including senior roles at VMware, he combines deep technical expertise with a passion for health optimization. Dave leads Heads Up to empower practitioners with precise, data-driven insights, advancing personalized, proactive care.

Additional Resources:

• Website: www.headsuphealth.com
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/davidkorsunsky
• Facebook:www.facebook.com/headsuphealth
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/heads_up_health
• X: https://x.com/headsuphealth?lang=en
• YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/HeadsUpHealth
• Training: Advanced Health & Medical Training Series

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What if a single blood test could reveal Alzheimer’s years before symptoms appear? 🧠 Imagine having the power to protect your memories, your independence, and the life you love—before it’s too late.

In this episode of Healthy Brain Toolbox, Dr. Joel Braunstein, CEO of C2N Diagnostic, reveals how a once-impossible dream is becoming reality—detecting Alzheimer’s before it starts and transforming the future of Alzheimer’s care. From the science behind the PrecivityAD tests to the promise of precision medicine, this conversation offers a glimpse into a future where Alzheimer’s could become not just treatable but preventable.

🎧 Watch now, and don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights on the latest breakthroughs in brain health.

Key Takeaways:

• What biomarkers are and why they’re the MVPs of modern medicine
• Discover how a tiny blood sample can reveal the earliest signs of Alzheimer’s
• How the PrecivityAD2 test is changing the game for early and accurate Alzheimer’s detection
• Why “precision medicine” could be your brain’s best defense
• How lifestyle tweaks can literally change your brain biomarkers

About the Guest: Meet the mind behind the mission: Dr. Joel Braunstein, Harvard- and Johns Hopkins-trained physician-executive and CEO of C2N Diagnostics—the company leading the charge in blood-based Alzheimer’s detection. With a unique blend of medical expertise and business leadership, he drives groundbreaking innovation in life sciences and diagnostic solutions.

• Website: www.c2n.com
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/joel-braunstein-md-9456611 / www.linkedin.com/company/c2n-diagnostics
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/C2NDiagnostics#
• X: https://x.com/C2NDiagnostics

Explore the Toolbox Treasures: Each episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable strategies to help you strengthen brain health and navigate neurological challenges with clarity and confidence.

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2. Know a colleague, patient, or loved one who could benefit from this episode? Share it with someone navigating their cognitive health journey—or someone building a mission-driven, holistic practice. Let’s amplify awareness and spark transformation together.
3. If you found this episode valuable, please consider leaving a review. Your support helps us reach more listeners and continue bringing brain-savvy, soul-centered insights to the world.
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