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26 Oct

The Hospital Nutrition Revolution!

By Zach Nasr
In Articles, Food and Supplements for Optimal Brain Function
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Hospitals, Please Let Food Be Thy Medicine! We have all heard about how terrible hospital food is, right? Whether you have been in one yourself, or visited a relative in one, the idea of hospital food being terrible is now

28 Jun

PEG Tube After TBI: Back in The Womb

By Cavin Balaster
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Pretty, isn’t it? This clip keeps me from leaking stomach juices. One year ago today, On June 28th, 2011, I had a PEG tube placed. My NG tube “slipped out” on the 26th, and I had no nutrition for 26 hours!

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Feed your brain – read this book

“The author’s story alone is a remarkable account of not just survival, but transcendence of a near-death experience. Cavin went on to become an advocate for survival and survivors of traumatic brain injuries, discovering along the way the key role played by nutrition. But this book is not just for injury survivors. It is for anyone who wants to live (and eat) well.”

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- David L. Butler

Worth the read

“Cavin Balaster is an amazing man with an amazing story. He is an inspiration and his book is a good resource for everyone who has a brain.”

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- T.

Highly Recommended!

What an incredible journey for Cavin, from a predicted vegetative state, to an author and teacher, informing us how to
feed our brains to optimize our lives. Very informative book and well organized , and written so it is understandable. Love the charts. Thank you Cavin and thanks to your Mother who didn’t give up.

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- Gigi

Book is great, full of recommended micro nutrient and reason why…

“Book is great, full of recommended micro nutrient and reason why they are important to brain health. But it gets redudant over time when author tried to promote his website and his online shop frequently all over the book. But this is great book nonetheless.”

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- Vekit

Fistfuls of exciting brain foods to launch you plus feeding tube powerful nutrition implementation…

“In the hospital and ICU struggles, this book and Cavin’s experience are golden, and if we’d have had this book’s special attention to feeding tube nutrition, my son would be alive today sitting right here along with me saying it was the cod liver oil, the fish oil, and other nutrients able to be fed to him instead of the junk in the pharmacy tubes, that got him past the liver-test results, past the internal bleeding, past the brain difficulties controlling so many response-obstacles back then. Back then, the ‘experts’ in rural hospitals were unwilling to listen, ignored my son’s unexpected turnaround when we used codliver oil transdermally on his sore skin, threatened instead to throw me out, but Cavin has his own proof and his accumulated experience in others’ journeys. Cavin’s boxed areas of notes throughout the book on applying the brain nutrient concepts in feeding tubes are powerful stuff, details to grab onto and run with… hammer them!

And in general his expertise in implementation is unparalleled. His dynamite measuring empowerment of the human in a wonderland of changing everything with ‘fistful’ simplifying potency is the difference between progress and stumbling on techy adjustments in habits.. With this book you are ready to go.”

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- JH Raichyk

One of the best

“Cavin is a great man. A survivor… And a rock star.
I met him when I was 19, and re-met him later in life, after his accident. He still has this gorgeous understanding of the world that makes me believe in him, and always makes me listen to what he has to say.
When my mom had a stroke last year he was the first person I called. He had so much knowledge about what she was going though and totally understood what I was experiencing as well.
He was the first person I thought of, and hopefully the last I’ll need to.

You’re the best, Mr. B.”

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- Adrien Fox

Vital information

“The author is a remarkable and inspirational survivor of traumatic brain injury. His breakthrough recovery through nutrition and holistic health care demonstrates a radical new approach to healing the brain. This is vital information for health care providers and the public.”

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Great Resource-brain injury not required

“Cavin Balaster knows brain injury as well as any specialist. He survived a horrific accident and came out on the other side stronger than ever. His book, “How To Feed A Brain” details how changing his diet helped him to recover further from the devastating symptoms of brain injury such as fatigue and brain fog. Cavin is able to thoroughly explain complex issues in a simplified manner so the reader does not need a medical degree to understand. The book also includes comprehensive charts to simplify what the body needs and how to provide the necessary foods. “How To Feed A Brain” is a great resource for anyone looking to improve their health through diet, brain injury not required.”

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- Amazon Customer

So thankful for this book

“Cavin has been an amazing resource by sharing his first hand experience on living with a brain injury. A must read!”

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- Jennifer Zapp

The Book is both interesting and helpful. Thank you all very much.

“Learning about about Head ingeries. I myself have had a concushion. Thank you.”

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- Scotty

Relentlessly focused examination of TBI and nutrition’s affect on the brain

“Cavin’s journey is such an incredible one. He is singularly focused on examining everything he can about TBI (traumatic brain injury) and relentlessly pursues information about everything that affects the brain, particularly nutrition. If you have a loved one that has survived TBI, this book is a must read.”

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- Patrick R.

His story changes lives…

“As a physical therapist with 30+ years of experience in treating neurological disorders such as traumatic brain injury, I simply could not believe it when Cavin told me the extent of his injuries. His story opened a new door to my awareness of the incredible benefits of proper nutrition, the power of attitude and community to heal anything we have arise in our lives Cavin is an inspiration and a true way-shower for anyone looking to invest in their health and well-being. No matter the state your brain is in, you will benefit from this cutting-edge information and be very glad (and entertained) that you read this fine work.”

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- Melanie Carlone

Five Stars

“Great read from a remarkable fellow.”

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- John

but I do feel better in several ways that just might be related to…

“I cannot overstate how grateful I am to Cavin for having published this book (and launched his podcast) before I needed it.”

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- Sara New Orleans, LA United States

Five Stars

“Very interesting… “back-to-basics” … the first book I read to the end in years.”

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- Kristin

I prefer to read about people who have lived recovery

“I have had brain issues for many years. I purchased the Kindle version. I like the idea of reading Cavins book because he has lived through a terrible brain injury and has come back victorious.”

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- T. Riley

Love this book

“Love this book! Still reading and can’t wait to see what else I learn…and I am not brain injured! Cavin has already helped me to take steps to address my food sensitivity…seems to be helping and I am only on day 5! He has also helped me to help a family member who has suffered a stroke. Thank you Cavin, for sharing all your knowledge and hard work with us! This book is for anyone that wants to understand and implement good nutrition with all the latest research to back it up. Highly recommend!”

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- JSB

But I do feel better in several ways that just might be related to…

“I cannot overstate how grateful I am to Cavin for having published this book (and launched his podcast) before I needed it. I am 3.5 months out from a concussion and struggling to recover that final 25% or so of my brain and function. I fully believe that diet and lifestyle can help heal many of our ills, and this book gives me a path forward right now. Gavin’s story is inspiring, and his book is well-researched and clearly written. I am a food geek and so innately understand a lot of his advice — I’m not intimidated by the thought of drastically changing my diet because I know well how to shop and cook for myself — but I so appreciate how his gentle approach and stories about his own struggles with a new diet might help people who would find it all daunting. I am in week 2 of following his advice (and also Dr. Titus Chiu’s BrainSave plan). It’s not an instantaneous miracle cure, but I do feel better in several ways that just might be related to this diet.”

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- Sara

Awesome

“I wish I saw this book one year ago. Thanks, Dr. Deborah Zelinsky, for asking (me) to buy it. Thanks, Cavin, for making time to talk to me. I am so happy.”

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- Amazon Customer

One of this year’s very best health and wellness books!

“There are many health and wellness books being published daily. Do not miss the opportunity to read one of the best for this year: “How to Feed a Brain” by Cavin Balaster, a true expert on deep brain injury who writes from his personal experiences with a great sense of compassion and humanity.

You will not find a better treatment of this critically important subject. You need not have had brain injury to gain the superbly presented information Cavin provides.

For all of us who care about ourselves, friends and family – – this is a book to read and loan out…. but be careful “How to Feed a Brain” you may not get this excellent read returned!”

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Peter Magurean III

Cavin is a superstar brain injury survivor! He knows…

“Cavin is a superstar brain injury survivor! He knows what works & shares his knowledge with anyone who is hungry for information.”

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- Julie J. Castell

Five Stars

“Helpful for those who want to have a brain boost :)”

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- Mark H. Zmudy

Five Stars

“Great book!! Full of important information for everyone.”

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- Mar

Must read

“Bought this to learn the best way to feed my son after he sustained a hypoxic brain injury. This book is very informative and the author Cavin is amazing. He had created a lot of resources that are very helpful.”

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- Steele Family

Heal Your Brain with Nutrition

“How to Feed a Brain is an important book. It’s the book I’ve been looking for since sustaining multiple concussions in the fall of 2013. I’ve dabbled in and out of gluten, dairy, and (processed) sugar free diets the past few years, but I have never eaten enough nutritious foods. This book has a simple-to-follow guide on daily consumption of produce, meat, and water.

I appreciate how Cavin writes about important concepts, such as leaky gut and glial cells, in a clear and concise manner.

There are a large number of people attempting to recover from brain injuries that are lacking the right information on nutrition. Thanks to Cavin and his team, we have this book now.

I look forward to eating my quality vegetables, proteins, and fats every day now as I know that they will help my brain to heal.

Cavin’s story is inspirational and worth a read on its own.”

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- Jacob

The best / most practical book for TBI’ers

“Suffered a TBI or just want to improve, this book contains the information you need to blend into your life, and Cavin tells you how. Everything is backed up with scientific evidence. Implementation of this book will change / restore your outlook on life.”

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- Mark

This book is a wonderful.

“This book is a wonderful, motivating reference for anyone who wants a healthy and sharp brain at any age.”

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- Ammon B.

A must read if you care about your brain and…

“A must read if you care about your brain and the assaults on it from environmental factors, including the “standard American diet”, which is really the industrial agriculture diet pushed on us by the government and giant agri-business.”

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- P. Hradkowsky

Excellent resource for people wanting to feed their brains!

“Cavin’s story is so inspirational and moving. As a practicing Functional Neurologist that specializes in Post-Concussion Syndrome and having suffered multiple head injuries myself, the information that Cavin has put together based on his experiences is totally spot on.

I love seeing such cutting-edge information on brain health out there in the world. Highly recommended!”

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- Titus Chiu

Great Information!

“My husband and I (Ryan Cedermark) are so impressed with the research Cavin did when writing this book. If you, a family member or friend has suffered a TBI, concussion or are just looking to be nicer to your brain, then we highly recommend this book! Your brain is only as good as the body’s internal environment and Cavin has done an amazing job on providing the information needed to obtain such!”

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- Elizabeth Gilchrist

Incredibly thorough!

“Incredibly thorough! How to Feed a Brain is so detailed. The author approaches a complex topic with the insight that can only be gained from having had to figure it all out on your own, as he did when he experienced a traumatic brain injury. Super helpful for people with brain injury or those looking to optimize brain health.”

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- T. Davis

If you are looking to get the optimum performance out of your brain, get this book now!

“As a brain injury survivor that still deals with extreme light sensitivity, eye issues and other brain related struggles I have found a great diet is a key to brain health! Cavin’s book is a much needed guide to eating for brain health. While you can fill shelves with books that teach you good nutrition, Cavin’s book teaches you how to help your brain with what you eat. This is a much needed addition to the nutrition section! If you are looking to get the optimum performance out of your brain, get this book now! You won’t regret it.”

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- Ben

Well written, educational, and promotes positive lifestyle changes that can be made today!

“Cavin’s personal experience and humble writing to help educate, not only people who have suffered brain injuries, but anyone interested in the best nutritional advice for optimum brain function is a great introduction to proper nutrition filled with many recommendations of how you can make a changes to your diet immediately. This book provides amazing personal insight related to Cavin’s recovery accompanied with well cited peer reviewed sources throughout the entire book detailing the most recent findings around functional neurology!

I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in learning more about nutrition and how it can impact brain function! As well as anyone willing to challenge themselves TODAY with the recommendations throughout this book!”

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- Andrew Ritter

Book that will change how you think about food!

“Very informational and well written book with practical advice on how to eat for better health. Put this on your list of books to recommend for people interested in switching to a healthier lifestyle. It can change your relationship with food by helping you understand how the food you eat affects your brain.”

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- Michelle

I wish I had this book when I suffered my…

“I wish I had this book when I suffered my TBIs 10 years ago, but never too late. Thank Cavin!”

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- SMack

Five Stars

“Great read and info for anyone suffering from brain trauma.”

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- Laura-Florida

We can take care of our brains

“I am nearly four years out from my traumatic brain injury and I have been through 100’s of hours of rehabilitation therapy. I have been surprised by how little attention is given to adequate nutrition for recovering from TBI. I’m always looking for further opportunities to recover and so this book fell into the right hands. Cavin outlines the science and reasoning behind the diet he suggests, but the real power in this book comes when he writes, “WE.” WE can give our brains proper nutrition. Now I’m excited to drink smoothies and eat breakfasts that look like dinners! I will recommend this book to my friends.

(I was given a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.)”

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- Rachel J.

A must read for everyone’s health and wellness journey!

“Such an informative and inspiring read! Insight into how optimal nutrients improved Cavin’s own brain recovery make this knowledge-filled read compelling and relatable. The recommendations are easy to understand as well as scientifically-founded – it’s not another fad diet manual. The additional tools and resources provided throughout make it possible for anyone to integrate these enhancements into their nutritional repertoire. Looking forward to more from Cavin and Feed a Brain!!!!!!”

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- Amazon Customer

I prefer to read about people who have lived recovery.

“I have had brain issues for many years. I purchased the Kindle version. I like the idea of reading Cavins book because he has lived through terrible brain injury and has come back victorious.”

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- T. Riley

Cavin’s Balaster’s How to Feed a Brain is one the best written health nutrition books that I have ever read

“I have a bachelors degree in Nutrition Science. Cavin’s Balaster’s How to Feed a Brain is one the best written health nutrition books that I have ever read. It is evident that through his personal journey with a TBI and many years of research Cavin has gained a great depth of understanding on the biomechanics of nutrition has how it relates to the structure of the brain and nervous system, as well as how all of the body systems intercommunicate with one another. He then takes this complicated knowledge and breaks it down into a concise and comprehensive book. If you or your loved one is suffering from ANY neurological disorder or TBI please read this book.”

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- Ashley Jean Flowers

An absolute must for autoimmune sufferers!

“I bought this book because I didn’t want a weightloss diet, but I wanted the most optimal gut/brain food I could find to help with an autoimmune. I subscribe to Cavin’s podcast and another newsletter for gut health which also recommended this book. Also, he’s a personal friend of mine who’s recovery I have witnessed firsthand. Thank you so much for all of the research and your continued dedication to not only help yourself, but for also helping others!”

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- Lauren L. Chemin

Beautiful inspiring story about relearning how to live after a traumatic experience

“Amazing book and extremely inspiring story. The author is a close friend of mine and we were reunited later in life due to traumatic life experiences. Truly demonstrates the beauty and nature of the human body and the ability to bounce back. If I could rate this 6 stars I would!!!!”

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- Sammy Morrison

The very basic concept of good nutrition among all the conflicting advertisements and various “new”

“As a neuro-optometrist who cares for many brain-injured patients experiencing visual challenges that negatively impact the progress of many of their other therapies, Cavin’s book is a god-send! The very basic concept of good nutrition among all the conflicting advertisements and various “new” food plans and diets can be enough to put anyone into a brain fog much less a brain injured survivor! Cavin’s book is straightforward and written from not only personal experience but the validation of so many well-respected contemporary health care researchers and practitioners! I will certainly be recommending this book as a “Survival/Recovery 101” resource for all my patients including those without brain injuries because we all need optimum health and well-being and it starts with proper nourishment! Kudos to Cavin Balaster!”

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- Mary VanHoy

Wonderful!

“Cavin has done an amazing job in all aspects of his life. Overcoming the horrific life threatening accident, and then going on to do whatever he can to help others with his contagious wonderful attitude. This book is an easy to understand fact filled manual for anyone, but especially those who are or are caregivers for a loved one with tbi. I also highly recommend his podcast series.”

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- Nancy

I love this book

“I love this book! As someone that deals with an autoimmune condition, I deal with sever brain fog. I’m currently in school and this has had a very negative impact on my learning. I have been looking for something like this to help my brain function better. This book has me thinking clearer, and my memory has improved. I’m eating healthier and overall feeling much better. This book is very easy to follow and also has some great recipes included.”

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- Jennifer Ramirez

He delivers the information in an easy to read manner

“Cavin’s enthusiasm and drive to help those who need it is unparalleled! He delivers the information in an easy to read manner, no PhD required from the reader. 🙂 Having lived through such trauma himself he has real empathy for other survivors and it shows in the writing. This is a great read for anyone who wants to increase the health of their brain, injury or otherwise! Read it!!!”

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- Delanee

Very informative

“I enjoyed this book. It was full of practical information. It was easy to understand. I implemented some of the ideas in the book and they have made a positive impact for me. Not only is this book a wealth of knowledge it helps you think outside the box and piece together other ideas to research and helps you understand more about TBI and the way food might help you mitigate symptoms.”

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- Dixie

Total game-changer

“Following this way of eating has been a complete game-changer for me. I am 1 year post concussion and thought I had stalled in my recovery. Buy this book, follow the instructions, see RESULTS!”

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- Sharon Lori Parker

A book that keeps on feeding

“Cavin, you are phemomenal! An incredulous journey of a near death accident scripted by an incredible man who chose to share his knowledge of healing his own broken brain. I requested our public library purchase your book because everyone, those with and without brain injuries, should have access to YOUR brain and this book. Thank you for your legacy to mankind!”

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- Fasting Filly

My dog was too literal

“Fine book but grossly misunderstood by dog. She ate the pages & her brain is fine. This speaks to the virtue of book’s content.”

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- Lia Kass

Five Stars

“Very helpful information without being overwhelming.”

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- Amazon Customer

An Enlightening Book For Anyone With A Brain

“In 183 pages, Cavin Balaster’s new book, How to Feed A Brain provides an outline and plan for how to maximize one’s brain performance. The “Citation Notes” provide all the scientific and academic documentation for further understanding. The “Additional Resources and Tips” listing takes you to Cavin’s website for more detail than could be covered in 183 pages. Cavin came to this knowledge through the need to recover from a severe traumatic brain injury and he did not keep his lessons learned to himself. This book is enlightening for anyone with a brain. We all want to function optimally, even to take exams, stay dynamic, and make positive contributions to our communities. Bravo Cavin for sharing your lessons learned!”

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- Chandini Bachman

Excellent book if you want to be vibrant

“Excellent book if you want to be vibrant!!!! Everything you need to know to achieve excellent health overalll….not just your brain! The author’s amazing story from tragedy to good health really inspires me.”

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It’s 4:30 pm andI just finished cooking breakfast on the grill for me and my host!

Mix green salad with grilled broccolini 🥦 , grated golden beets and carrot 🥕, topped with grilled garlic and herb prawns 🍤, shredded radicchio, and... of course... avocado! 🥑

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Disease is never healthy. 🤒

And… health is not the opposite of disease. 🥗

You can be in a state of disease BECAUSE you are struggling to be healthy, or struggling to be wealthy, struggling to be accepted, or struggling to be perceived as right. 😖

I have as friends who says "What other people think about me is none of my business." 😏

Dis-ease comes from Dis: lack, without, away from… 🚫

A lack of what? 🤔

A lack of Ease: comfort, tranquility, pleasure, wellbeing. 🛀

It is hard to live an awesome life in a state of dis-ease. 🕺

And it’s so easy when it’s easy. 💃

Sometimes, life is made harder for humans in order to protect a reputation, a story, a nation, a government, a family name, a certain amount of money, an aesthetic, a norm, a tradition, a religion, etc. 😕

In sociology, all of these can be called social constructs: things that people in society have agreed to give value to.

Many people contribute to a state of disease by placing the value on these constructs above the value of human beings. 👥

Not me!

I value your freedom.

I value your ease.

Freedom comes from the root “Pri” which means “to love.”

The evolution of this root has brought us “friends”: free members of one’s clan.

For me, there is nothing more important than the freedom and ease of each and every living individual.

No aesthetic.

No religion.

No object.

No rule.

No drug.

No amount of money.

No family name.

No thing is more important to me than the freedom and ease of human beings.

And any aesthetic…

Any religion…

Any object…

Any family name…

Any friendship, partnership, or any other relationship that values the construct over the freedom and the ease of the humans involved is contributing to dis-ease.

And dis-ease is never healthy. 🤒

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1:30pm: Breakfast. 🥗

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So excited to be kicking off the next chapter of my #EmpowermentTour2021 in Nashville, TN tomorrow afternoon (with guest appearance from @theheadfix).

As a TBI survivor and medical advocate, I am passionate about sharing ways to empower myself and to help others to empower themselves!

Tomorrow, starting at 1pm, I will be leading a workshop at the Ho Vision Group in Nashville, TN about ways to enhance, empower and improve your life.

If this interests you, if you want to learn powerful and proven strategies, concepts, and perceptions of empowerment and self authorization, come and join me and others to support you!

#neurotrauma #neuroscience #recovery #tbi #empowerment
#healthcare #wellbeing #wellness #health #podcast #medical ...

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Authenticity is a virtue that I value. But I don't value the kind of authenticity that is "being true to who I am." That is a petrified value. I value the authenticity that is "being true to the person I am becoming." ⁣
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My mom was there each day to sing and to talk to me as if I was present. On some level, I was. She put a ball in my hand and instruct me to squeeze, explaining what I would need to do to get better... And I squeezed. I was becoming more alert each day.

Late after the sun sunk, Jami called to say that she was almost there to pick her up, but it was after visiting hours. "Please come in." my mom said. Free from the tube that had been in my throat since the injury, my head bobbled from side to side as she spoke.

Jami got out of the car and called to tell her that she was outside. My right arm hyperextended as I tucked my chin.

My mom's gaze followed the squirming motions that I had been making for days. My head then jerked straight back in the inclined bed where I lay... there was a pause... and my eyelids popped open! Kris gasped.

"Oh my god, Jami!" She whispered in suppressed excitement as butterflies fluttered in her stomach. "his eyes opened!" Each of them paused to digest. "I'll run down and let..."

"Don't you dare!" Jami interjected, "I'll find a way in." She jogged in heels to the side exit door until someone walked out for her to intercept the doorway. Maneuvering up the elevator and through the halls, she came to my room.

My eyes widened further as Jami entered. "Oh my god, baby!"

Every brain injury is different. I exhibited many of the same characteristics as an infant... I was overstimulated, wide eyed with dilated pupils, and had a playful and explorative disposition.

Jami grabbed my left hand that was glued to my chest. With my good hand, I rubbed her waist, inching my hand to her butt. And I squeezed. I was becoming more alert each day. 😝

When working with clients who have a loved one in a coma, I encourage their loved one wake with recognition, humor, and memory by implementing high-dose DHA and EPA rich omega-3s as soon as possible.

EPA and DHA have been used in patients to bring people out of a coma after being given a very grim prognosis.They can reduce damage to the BBB after stroke and TBI and can stimulate the brain’s “growth hormone” (BDNF).

There's more at adventuresintbi.com. If you need help, reach out!

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Feed a Brain sushi roll style lunch roll! Nori (seaweed sheets), with hummus, turkey lunch meat, avocado 🥑, arugula 🥗, and roasted veggies 🥕. Roll it up!

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Feed a Brain dinner for my friends and hosts in Eugene!

Seared scallops 🍢 with lemon pepper 🍋 and crispy sage on a bed of vegan pesto hummus

severed with...

sauteed tree collards from the garden (similar to broccolini) with sauteed onion and garlic 🧅🧄

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an epic garden salad with edible flowers and heated beets and avocado 🥗 🥑

#feedabrain #Paleo #Keto #glutenfree #brainfood #Pescatarian #tbi #eats #dairyfree #sugarfree #grainfree #atkins #paleofood #hflc #eats ...

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$When I was admitted to the hospital a full body CAT scan showed no signs of brain injury except a concussion (which is a mild TBI). It showed that I had a fractured hip, broken tailbone, 3 broken ribs, a broken nose, concussion, lacerations on my kidney and severely bruised lungs. They tied me down and sedated me. They were mostly worried about my lungs at that point. They suctioned out the fluid when they could.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ The next day, I was still unconscious. They didn’t understand why I wouldn’t wake up because the CAT scans didn’t show the extent of my brain injury. I had another CAT scan done which now showed bruising of the left frontal cortex of my brain and some bleeding that created pressure on my brain and skull. They thought that they may have to relieve it by drilling a hole into my skull or removing a section of skull, but thankfully did not.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ This bruised left frontal cortex should not have prevented me from waking either. So they attempted to wake me again, this time by forcing me to breathe on my own (wean from oxygen). ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ My mom says the hospital staff wouldn’t let her in. They didn’t make a big deal of it at all afterward. They just said I wasn’t ready. My mother and I read the medical reports later to see what had happened.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ On May 10th they weaned me off of oxygen, because they saw no reason why I wouldn’t breathe on my own, but they still didn’t know the extent of my brain injury. I became extremely agitated when they turned down the oxygen - I bit down on the tube in my mouth that provided oxygen. It was a soft plastic tube, and it may have been better using a rigid tube or a bite guard because my involuntary reaction blocked ALL oxygen to my lungs. My oxygen level dropped to 60% (95-100% is normal). I was quickly sedated and resaturated to 98% within a minute. I was moving all 4 extremities prior to this. Now I was no longer moving the left side of my body. I must have had a hypoxic stroke (stroke due to a lack of oxygen).⁣ I am currently on tour helping survivors and loved ones around the country. Follow my journey, and feel free to reach out to see how I can help you on yours. 🙏 #recovery #tbi #resilliance #fortitude #tour$

When I was admitted to the hospital a full body CAT scan showed no signs of brain injury except a concussion (which is a mild TBI). It showed that I had a fractured hip, broken tailbone, 3 broken ribs, a broken nose, concussion, lacerations on my kidney and severely bruised lungs. They tied me down and sedated me. They were mostly worried about my lungs at that point. They suctioned out the fluid when they could.⁣⁣
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The next day, I was still unconscious. They didn’t understand why I wouldn’t wake up because the CAT scans didn’t show the extent of my brain injury. I had another CAT scan done which now showed bruising of the left frontal cortex of my brain and some bleeding that created pressure on my brain and skull. They thought that they may have to relieve it by drilling a hole into my skull or removing a section of skull, but thankfully did not.⁣⁣
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This bruised left frontal cortex should not have prevented me from waking either. So they attempted to wake me again, this time by forcing me to breathe on my own (wean from oxygen). ⁣⁣
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My mom says the hospital staff wouldn’t let her in. They didn’t make a big deal of it at all afterward. They just said I wasn’t ready. My mother and I read the medical reports later to see what had happened.⁣⁣
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On May 10th they weaned me off of oxygen, because they saw no reason why I wouldn’t breathe on my own, but they still didn’t know the extent of my brain injury. I became extremely agitated when they turned down the oxygen - I bit down on the tube in my mouth that provided oxygen. It was a soft plastic tube, and it may have been better using a rigid tube or a bite guard because my involuntary reaction blocked ALL oxygen to my lungs. My oxygen level dropped to 60% (95-100% is normal). I was quickly sedated and resaturated to 98% within a minute. I was moving all 4 extremities prior to this. Now I was no longer moving the left side of my body. I must have had a hypoxic stroke (stroke due to a lack of oxygen).⁣

I am currently on tour helping survivors and loved ones around the country. Follow my journey, and feel free to reach out to see how I can help you on yours. 🙏

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Thank you all so much for reaching out to my last email!

In case you missed it, I’m going on tour to work closely with my audience to help them to achieve results while also working with practitioners to create live… in person speaking engagements! 🚙🗣️🎙️

I spent last week in Boise outfitting my car, which has totally been upgraded with a huge custom built bed platform with a queen size Purple™ mattress and a diesel heater that has an external intake and exhaust, so that I have fresh oxygen heated up without needing the engine to be on.

And this is what Freedom is to me ✨:
the ability to live into my purpose.

And I’m really looking forward to stepping into some real deal Adventures in Brain Injury and helping others to create their own adventures. 🤕🕺

I have a basic trajectory laid out, but I’m ready and willing to travel anywhere in the continental US (where are my peeps in Florida?)! 🇺🇸

So now’s your chance for me to visit and SHOW you how to empower your life (regardless of circumstances)! ✊

I am not asking for compensation for this. 🎁

And I’m going to need donations to support this endeavor. 🗳️

If you are able and willing to support me in this journey DM me! 🙏

I am on the road to connect, to learn, and to empower my audience, and to really step into my mission to positively affect many lives!! 💪

Because I’ve seen the results, I know how valuable it is when working with folks in person.

So… I am here to help you all to live into your best selves, regardless of your circumstances.

If you’re interested, reach out and let’s find a way to make it happen!

To practitioners: 🥼
I’d love to work with you!

A video segment on your practice? 📽

a podcast? 🎙️

Organize a speaking engagement? 🗣️🎙️

I can also provide you with books and supplements at a huge discount. 📚

This is what I need to know: (DM me)
My mission is to improve many lives. How can we help each other?
Where do you live?
What kind of accommodations and financial support can you provide?
What is your phone number?

Looking forward to hearing from you all! ...

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