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In this powerful episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP take you into one of the most misunderstood yet essential pillars of the De-Stress Protocol: Supplementation. As they near the final phase of the series, they break down the truth behind what your body actually needs to thrive in today’s world.

You’ll learn why supplementation is no longer optional, even with a clean diet, and how factors like depleted soil, environmental toxins, chronic stress, and digestive imbalances make it harder than ever to get complete nutrition from food alone.

They uncover the Foundational Four every body needs for metabolic balance, brain support, and gut health, including the role of activated multivitamins, omega-3 fatty acids, probiotics, and magnesium threonate.

This episode also dives into the emerging world of peptide therapy, highlighting BPC-157 and other targeted peptides that can accelerate tissue repair, restore gut function, reduce inflammation, and support long-term recovery and longevity. Learn why peptides serve as advanced healers, but only after your foundation is properly supported.

Whether you're a beginner in functional wellness or already exploring cutting-edge tools, this conversation gives you a clear path: start with the terrain, fill the gaps, then amplify your healing potential.

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In Episode 6 of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP continue the D-STRESS Protocol Series, focusing on the final “E” — Emotional Balance.

In this conversation, they uncover why emotional health is biological, not just psychological, and how deeply our nervous system reflects our emotional reality. From childhood conditioning to trauma responses, from functional neurology to the power of forgiveness — this episode connects the science of the brain with the art of healing.

You’ll learn:

• How unprocessed emotions create chronic stress patterns
• The role of the limbic system and why emotional circuits can get “stuck”
• How perspective shifts help reshape belief systems and create agency
• The six human needs (Tony Robbins framework) and how they drive emotional patterns
• Why forgiveness, joy, and gratitude increase neuroplasticity, vagal tone, and resilience
• How emotional suppression affects the body and how emotional healing can free it
• Key reflective questions to uncover where you may be self-abandoning or holding on to old narratives

This episode blends functional neurology, mindset coaching, and real-life emotional wisdom—offering a gentle yet powerful invitation to look within.

Because transformation is just a decision away, and when you begin to heal emotionally, your brain and body follow.

You can heal. And we can help.

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In this episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael & May Bagnell,IHP explore one of the most overlooked pillars of health — Rest and Recovery.
We’re diving deep into why rest is a biological requirement, not a luxury, and how strategic recovery can support your brain, hormones, emotions, and overall longevity.

If you’ve been following our De-Stress Protocol series, this episode connects the dots on the “R” – Rest & Recovery component and why it’s essential before stepping into longevity and regenerative medicine.

💡 Episode Highlights:

• Why Rest Matters – The science of recovery and how your body heals in rest.
• How Fatigue Disrupts the Brain – What happens to your decision-making, mood, and focus when recovery is missing.
• The 7 Types of Rest – It’s not just sleep! Learn about physical, mental, emotional, sensory, creative, social, and spiritual rest.
• Sleep Optimization – How to support deep and REM sleep cycles for full-body restoration.
• Nervous System Reset – Understanding vagal tone and how breathwork, humming, and grounding can improve healing.
• Mini Rest Practices for Busy Lives – Realistic ways to integrate recovery into your daily rhythm.
• Red Flags of Poor Recovery – Signs your body is whispering before it screams.

Key Takeaway:
Rest isn’t “doing nothing.” It’s active repair. Your body heals, detoxes, and restores itself when you intentionally slow down.

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