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Brain Body Reset

Spencer Zimmerman

Beyond the diagnosis and symptoms, there"s a path to feeling better. Dive into the world of brain-body connection and learn how to optimize your health.

health & fitness medicine

All Episodes

40:55

Why Some Concussions Don’t Heal: A Patient–Provider...

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2025/12/27

A concussion story most people never hear. Dr. Zimmerman and his wife, Sara, share the raw, real experience of navigating yet another concussion—from subtle early symptoms to the emotional toll it takes on daily life. When symptoms don’t make sense—but your body knows something is wrong. Fatigue, mood swings, dizziness, nausea, memory lapses, and loss of motivation all appeared quickly, even after what seemed like a minor hit. Why standard care often leaves people stuck. Learn how normal scan...

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15:24

Plasmalogens: The Missing Link in Brain Health,...

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2025/12/21

What if a little-known brain fat could play a major role in fatigue, brain fog, and neurodegeneration? Dr. Zimmerman introduces plasmalogens and why they’ve become a key focus in complex neurological cases.Plasmalogens quietly protect brain, nerve, and heart cells—until levels drop. Learn how aging, inflammation, and chronic conditions may accelerate their loss and what that means for symptoms and disease progression.Emerging research links low plasmalogens to conditions like Parkinson’s, Alz...

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21:58

The 5 POTS Myths Keeping You Sick (And What No One’s...

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2025/12/05

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...

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18:27

Why Traditional POTS Treatment Fails and What Else to...

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2025/11/13

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 n...

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39:05

AMA: From Parkinson's to Concussions to Hormones and...

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2025/10/31

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 m...

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55:02

Preventing Chemo Brain: How To Approach Breast Cancer...

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2025/10/10

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,...

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37:10

Neuroplasticity: Rewiring the Brain for Healing and...

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2025/08/30

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 ho...

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64:40

Childhood Developmental Disorders, Brain Imbalances &...

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2025/07/25

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

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35:30

Concussions and Mental Health in Teens: What Most...

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2025/07/18

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

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62:39

Rethinking Neurological Rehab: Advances In Technology

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2025/06/27

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 wo...

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34:20

Vascular Dementia- Practical Guide To Controlling...

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2025/06/13

Is vascular dementia inevitable, or can you prevent it before it starts? In this solo episode, Dr. Zimmerman challenges conventional thinking about aging and cognitive decline. He lays out a powerful, proactive approach to preventing one of the most common—but overlooked—forms of dementia. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Vascular dementia is often preventable, but early action is crucial—changes can begin 10–20 years before symptoms appear.Silent warning signs like elevated blood sugar, insulin,

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56:38

Genetics, Diet & Brain Health with Dr. Shay

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2025/06/06

In this episode, Dr. Zimmerman and Dr. Shay dive deep into how genetics intersect with diet, inflammation, and brain function—dispelling popular myths and reframing what it truly means to eat for your unique biology. Key Takeaways: 🧬 Genetics are the foundation—but not the full picture: Your genes reveal propensities (not destinies) around carb tolerance, food sensitivities, inflammatory risk, and metabolism—but they must be paired with lifestyle and functional testing for meaningful

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23:59

Health Hijacked By False Beliefs Around Chronic...

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2025/05/30

In this bold and heartfelt episode, Dr. Z steps away from symptom talk to challenge a deeper issue that prevents people from healing — the emotional trap of familiarity. He pulls back the curtain on how many patients unknowingly sabotage their own recovery by staying in comfortable, familiar systems that don't deliver results. If you've been stuck for years and feel like you've "tried everything," this episode is your call to think differently and reclaim your health. Key Takeaways: 🔁

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50:22

Directing Functional Neurological Care with qEEG...

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2025/05/16

In this powerful episode, Dr. Spencer Zimmerman welcomes Dr. Michael Trayford, one of the leading experts in QEEG (quantitative EEG) and neurofeedback, to break down what brain mapping is, how it works, and where it's heading. Together, they unpack the strengths, limitations, and clinical applications of QEEG, from ADHD and brain injuries to long COVID and dementia. You’ll also hear how advanced providers are using tools like laser therapy, vibration platforms, and metabolic support—not just ...

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63:51

Leaky Gut, Foggy Mind: Connecting the Dots with...

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2025/04/17

All Things Gut Health with Dr. Buddy Touchinsky How a Chiropractor Became the “Gut Guy”: Dr. Buddy shares how his focus shifted from treating pain to addressing root causes like gut health after reading Integrative Orthopedics by Alex Vasquez. This led to his deep dive into chronic illness and functional medicine.Understanding Leaky Gut and Dysbiosis: The episode breaks down intestinal permeability (aka “leaky gut”), what dysbiosis means, and how both can exist even when digestive symptoms ar...

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38:05

Post-Concussion Syndrome Treatment: Uncover What's...

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2025/03/28

Waking up already dreading the day, struggling to think clearly, forgetting words mid-sentence—these are just a few of the frustrating realities so many people face after a concussion. If you’ve tried rest, medications, physical therapy, or chiropractic care but still feel mentally foggy, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken. In this episode, Dr. Spencer Zimmerman—founder of Peak Brain and Body and known by many as “The Brain Guy”—dives into why traditional concussion treatments often fall ...

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61:53

PANS and PANDAS: What's This Mystery Illness

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2025/03/21

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35:31

Functional Neurology: A New Approach To Brain Health

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2025/03/14

Key Takeaways: Functional neurology focuses on brain function rather than structural damage and provides solutions where traditional neurology falls short.Eye movements, balance testing, and cognitive assessments are essential in diagnosing neurological dysfunction.Neuroplasticity is at the core of functional neurology, allowing the brain to rewire and heal.A true functional neurology approach integrates rehabilitation, functional medicine, and lifestyle interventions.Not all functional neuro...

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48:32

Boost Your Mood- Power of Hormones

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2025/03/07

In this insightful episode, Dr. Spencer Zimmerman sits down with Dr. Lorraine Maita, an expert in integrative and anti-aging medicine, to discuss the profound impact of hormones on brain health. They dive deep into how hormones like estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone are not just about sex and reproduction but play essential roles in cognitive function, mood regulation, memory, and overall neurological health. Key Takeaways: ✅ Hormones Are Brain Regulators – Estrogen, progesterone, tes...

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45:26

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Treatment Using Functional...

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2025/02/28

In this episode I dive into chronic fatigue syndrome and functional medicine from different angles. CFS is a syndrome, not a disease, involving neurological, immune, and gut dysfunction, often leaving patients feeling dismissed.Root causes include infections (Epstein-Barr, Lyme, mold), gut dysbiosis, and neuroinflammation, with immune weakness playing a key role.Traditional medicine only manages symptoms with medications, failing to address the underlying issues, leaving many without lasting ...

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