Your Brain Health With Dr. Kristen Willeumier

Get more information on how you can take better care of your brain.Dr. Willeumier continues her dialogue with Dr. John E. Lewis as the two share insightful information on best practices in addressing brain function for life.

Learn how exercise and proper diet can play pivotal roles in maximizing brain health for the long term.In this two-part Your Brain Health, Dr. Willeumier speaks with Dr. John E. Lewis, a past full-time and current voluntary Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. The two-part interview covers aging and brain health, detailing such topics as combating Alzheimer’s, and how exercise and proper diet can play pivotal roles in maximizing brain health for the long term.

Dr. Kristen Willeumier discusses fitness with TV personality Mark Steines, and both inspire listeners to make fitness a part of their lifestyle.Emmy award-winning Mark Steines is known as one of the entertainment industry's most dynamic and well-respected television journalists. From small town Iowa to the red carpets of Hollywood, Steines a three-time Emmy winner, has established himself as one of the most trusted and charismatic figures in entertainment news. Since landing in Hollywood, he has interviewed thousands of A-list actors, producers, musicians and athletes. But, what many of his fans may not know about Mark is he’s a born fitness enthusiast. Featured in in People Magazine's coveted "Sexiest Man Alive" issue, Steines also was profiled in Men's Fitness Magazine's "25 Fittest Men in America." He was a spokesperson for Beachbody's "10-Minute Trainer" program. In this episode of Your Brain Health, Dr. Kristen Willeumier discusses fitness with Mark, and both inspire listeners to make fitness a part of t

Learn how you can begin to apply meditation in your own life.Dr. Kristen Willeumier continues her fascinating and in-depth dialogue on meditation with Bob Roth, sharing how you can begin to apply meditation in your own life.

Bob Roth is one of the most foremost experts in the field of meditation.Dr. Kristen Willeumier explores the world of meditation with one of the most foremost experts in the field. Bob Roth is a much sought-after meditation teachers in America. Over the past 45 years, Bob has taught Transcendental Meditation to many thousands of people and authored the New York Times bestseller, “Strength in Stillness: The Power of Transcendental Meditation.” Bob currently serves as the CEO of the David Lynch Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charity which has brought meditation to over one million inner-city youth in under-served schools in 35 countries, to veterans and their families who suffer from post-traumatic stress, and women and children who are survivors of domestic violence. Bob also directs the Center for Leadership Performance, another nonprofit, which is bringing meditation to Fortune 100 companies, government organizations, and nonprofit charities. Bob is the host of the SiriusXM radio show, "Success Without Stress" and h

Tracy Murray, retired NBA player, continues his conversation with Dr. Willeumier about mental health and his own personal struggles with depression.In Part 2 of his conversation with neuroscientist Dr. Kristen Willeumier, Tracy Murray dives even further into his bouts with depression, how he confronted his depression, and how he works with others to encourage them to have no fears or negative feelings when it comes to their mental health.

Tracy Murray, retired professional basketball player, speaks with Dr. Willeumier about mental health and his own personal struggles with depression.Tracy Murray is a retired professional basketball player who currently works as an analyst with the UCLA Sports Network for all of the games during the UCLA Bruins' basketball season. He worked as an assistant coach for the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association (NBA) for the 2015–16 NBA season. Murray played 12 years in the NBA with the Spurs, Blazers, Bucks, Rockets, Wizards, Nuggets, Raptors and Lakers and won an NBA championship in 1995 with the Rockets. He has also been a coach in the NBA D League, WNBA and Assistant Coach for the Lakers. He has been a vocal advocate for mental health and has come out publicly with his struggles with depression, which he shares with Dr. Willeumier in two compelling, informative and inspirational segments.

Ex-NFL star Merril Hoge continues the conversation with Dr. Willeumier, discussing the truth about CTE.When post-concussion syndrome forced ex-NFL star Merril Hoge into early retirement in 1994, research on football-related head injuries wasn’t a priority. At the time, football was heavily influenced by a tough guy culture, and little was known about concussions and their potentially dangerous effects. Then the tragic death of Hoge’s ex-teammate Mike Webster in 2002 launched a wave of fear after an autopsy determined he suffered from an obscure brain disease—chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). The media pounced. Concern over player safety soon became a war on football at every level, with one scientist even declaring youth football “child abuse.”  Merril and Dr. Willeumier discuss his new book, BRAINWASHED, in this important two-part series that explores the scientific advancements in the area of CTE research.

Ex-NFL star Merril Hoge joins Dr. Willeumier to discuss his new book, BRAINWASHED.When post-concussion syndrome forced ex-NFL star Merril Hoge into early retirement in 1994, research on football-related head injuries wasn’t a priority. At the time, football was heavily influenced by a tough guy culture, and little was known about concussions and their potentially dangerous effects. Then the tragic death of Hoge’s ex-teammate Mike Webster in 2002 launched a wave of fear after an autopsy determined he suffered from an obscure brain disease—chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). The media pounced. Concern over player safety soon became a war on football at every level, with one scientist even declaring youth football “child abuse.”  Merril and Dr. Willeumier discuss his new book, BRAINWASHED, in this important two-part series that explores the scientific advancements in the area of CTE research.

Dr. Willeumier explores the latest in brain research technology with two leading experts in the field.In this episode of Your Brain Health with Dr. Kristen Willeumier, Dr. Willeumier explores the latest in brain research technology with two leading experts in the field: Kevin McWilliams and Jon Vincent.About the ExpertsKevin McWilliams has built a reputation backed by 30 years of experience in neuro-ophthalmic device and brings a significant share of industry knowledge in the development of research, clinical and commercial relationships. He has been building/equipping Integrated Health Deliver Network and Ambulatory Surgery Centers and mobile medical platforms for commercial and mission entities in the USA and abroad since 1983. As a former Division-1 football player for the University of Cincinnati, Jon Vincent provides a unique perspective that allows him to utilize his background in Neurobiology and five years of experience in biomedical research to help successfully analyze and translate scientifically p

Emmanuel Acho, an NFL and college football analyst for ESPN and Longhorn Network, discusses football safety.In this important episode of Your Brain Health with Dr. Kristen Willeumier, Dr. Willeumier discusses football safety with Emmanuel Acho, an NFL and college football analyst for ESPN and Longhorn Network, primarily on Texas Game Day. He also appears as a football analyst for Sports Center Africa. He is a four-year veteran of the NFL. Drafted by the Cleveland Browns, he then spent three seasons as a Philadelphia Eagle.More About Emmanuel AchoAcho graduated from The University of Texas at Austin in 2012 with a bachelor’s degree in sports management, he also earned his master’s degree from UT Austin in sports psychology (2017).  He serves on the Advisory Board for SXSW Sports in Austin. He and his family mission to rural villages of Nigeria each summer with their nonprofit organization, Living Hope Ministries.

Learn how how pain and brain health go hand-in-hand with Christopher Zarembinski, MD.Your Brain Health with Dr. Kristen Willeumier welcomes Christopher Zarembinski, MD, an attending physician at the Pain Center at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center to discuss how pain and brain health go hand-in-hand. More About Christopher Zarembinski, MDSpecializing in anesthesiology, Dr. Christopher Zarembinski has practiced at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center for the past 28 years practicing exclusively in pain management, and is one of the original founders of the Pain Center. The Pain Center has become a model program for the hospital with respect to comprehensive management. The multidisciplinary approach translates into individually designed treatment programs that best suit patients’ needs. He has also worked with the television show, Dancing with the Stars, as their medical consultant for the past 17 seasons.

Learn from Jami Uretsky, an avid activist when it comes to promoting concussion education and awareness.Dr. Kristen Willeumier speaks with Jami Uretsky, the women behind Concussion Mom. More About Jami UretskyJami started Concussion Mom when her daughter suffered a life-changing concussion while playing in a high school soccer game in October, 2011. In addition to being the voice behind social media's Concussion Mom, Jami is a Certified Brain Fitness Coach (CBFC). She is an avid activist when it comes to promoting concussion education and awareness, and can be heard as the host of Concussion Matters on BlogTalk Radio on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 10 pm EST.Jami wrote a chapter for the bestselling book, Concussed! Sports-Related Head Injuries: Prevention, Coping and Real Stories, as well as numerous print articles and blog postings. She appears in a promotional video for Bauer Hockey as well as in the documentary, Overcoming TBI, which was featured at the International Brain Injury Conference New Orlea

Learn more about the connection between oral health and brain health with Dr. Isaac Bina.Is there a connection between caring for the health of your teeth and the health of your brain? In Part 2 of this interview, Dr. Kristen Willeumier continues to discuss this connection with Dr. Isaac Bina.More About Dr. Isaac BinaA third generation dentist, Dr. Bina founded successful dental practice Encino Cosmetic & Dental Implants where he provides all manner of quality dental services all under one roof. Dr. Bina earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry and then his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from SUNY Stony Brook. Following graduation he completed his General Practice Residency at NY Hospital Medical Center of Queens (affiliated with Cornell University) where he received extensive training in Oral Surgery and Oral Pathology, Periodontics (Gum surgery), Endodontics (Root Canals), as well as Pediatric Dentistry.  He then joined the faculty of the Division of Comprehensive Care and Applied Pr

If you're neglecting your dental health, you may also be damaging your brain.Is there a connection between caring for the health of your teeth and the health of your brain? Dr. Kristen Willeumier explores this connection with Dr. Isaac Bina.More About Dr. Isaac BinaA third generation dentist, Dr. Bina founded successful dental practice Encino Cosmetic & Dental Implants where he provides all manner of quality dental services all under one roof. Dr. Bina earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry and then his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from SUNY Stony Brook. Following graduation he completed his General Practice Residency at NY Hospital Medical Center of Queens (affiliated with Cornell University) where he received extensive training in Oral Surgery and Oral Pathology, Periodontics (Gum surgery), Endodontics (Root Canals), as well as Pediatric Dentistry.  He then joined the faculty of the Division of Comprehensive Care and Applied Practice Administration (CCAPA) at NYU school of Dental

Dr. Stephen Odom continues his conversation with host Dr. Kristen Willeumier on the detection and care of suicidal individuals.In Part 2 of this series dedicated to mental health, Dr. Stephen Odom, CEO and Chief Clinical Officer of New Vista Behavioral Health, continues his conversation with host Dr. Kristen Willeumier on the detection and care of suicidal individuals.

Would you recognize suicide warning signs in yourself or another?Suicide has been in the news aplenty lately.Would you recognize the warning signs in yourself or another?Distinguished behavioral healthcare and addiction treatment professional Dr. Stephen Odom shares his insights on suicide prevention with host Dr. Kristen Willeumier in this special two-part series of Your Brain Health.

Learn how you can access your subconscious mind to affect positive changes in your physical and emotional well-being.Darren R. Weissman, DC, is a chiropractic holistic physician, developer of The LifeLine Technique®, and best-selling author of The Power of Infinite Love & Gratitude, Awakening to the Secret Code of Your Mind, The Heart of the Matter, and his children’s book, The Daily Lessons of Infinite Love & Gratitude. He speaks with host Dr. Kristen Willeumier about how we can access our subconscious mind to affect positive changes in our physical and emotional well-being and allow us to enhance our way of thinking, healing and thriving.

Learn how you can access your subconscious mind to affect positive changes in your physical and emotional well-being.Darren R. Weissman, DC, is a chiropractic holistic physician, developer of The LifeLine Technique®, and best-selling author of The Power of Infinite Love & Gratitude, Awakening to the Secret Code of Your Mind, The Heart of the Matter, and his children’s book, The Daily Lessons of Infinite Love & Gratitude. He speaks with host Dr. Kristen Willeumier about how we can access our subconscious mind to affect positive changes in our physical and emotional well-being and allow us to enhance our way of thinking, healing and thriving.

Host Dr. Kristen Willeumier continues her heartfelt interview with Ed White, a 17-year NFL veteran and All-Pro offensive lineman.In part two of this episode, host Dr. Kristen Willeumier continues her heartfelt interview with legendary Minnesota Viking and San Diego Charger player, Ed White, a 17-year NFL veteran and All-Pro offensive lineman who subsequently went on to coach both collegiate and NFL teams. Ed shares his thoughts on how the sport of football has changed since his participation as both a player and coach and imparts his wisdom to children and the parents of children who participate in the sport, in light of his recent Alzheimer's diagnosis.