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In this episode of Be The Cause Podcast, host Amanda Wentland sits down with Emilia Lujan, holistic marketing strategist, for an honest conversation about anxiety and stress in high-functioning, fast-paced lives. They explore how internal pressure, constant “on” mode, and unrecognized stress patterns affect the nervous system, creativity, and daily decision-making—often even when life looks fine on the outside. A grounded, relatable discussion for anyone feeling mentally exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck in survival mode.

In this insightful episode of the Be the Cause Podcast, we speak with Dr. Danise Miller, an optometrist with a specialty in neurovision rehab and the owner of Thrive with Vision. Dr. Miller explains that vision is a function of the brain, not just the eyes, and how a concussion—a form of traumatic brain injury (TBI)—can disrupt the brain's neurons, leading to often-overlooked vision problems. She discusses the difference between a standard eye exam and her work, which focuses on taking care of the brain and making visual processes more efficient. Learn why symptoms like dizziness, nausea, and blurry or double vision may not show up immediately after a concussion. Dr. Miller also introduces the concept of the brain's "gas tank" and explains how vision training, rehabilitation, and therapeutic glasses can help patch the "holes" caused by a brain injury to facilitate true recovery and regulate the nervous system.

Join Amanda Wentland and special guest Dr. Demuth, a graduate of Harvard Medical School's postgraduate program and the founder of Demuth Spinal Care and Concussion Center in Minnesota. Many people seek acute care for a concussion, but then ask, "What's next?" Dr. Demuth, an upper cervical chiropractor and author of Game Changer, explains why it’s vital to address a concussion immediately and why long-term care still matters, even years later. We dive into how brain injuries can disrupt communication between the brain and body and why delaying care can lead to longer symptoms like headaches, neck pain, and brain fog. Learn about their unique approach to restoring the body's structural and neurological alignment through gentle upper cervical care, which focuses on supporting your nervous system and promoting the brain's ability to heal and adapt. Discover the "holding is healing" philosophy and the hope that recovery is not just possible, but powerful.

In this episode of Be The Cause, Amanda unpacks the hidden connections between joint movement, the lymphatic system, and hormone imbalance—especially cortisol and stress. Learn why gentle movement is more powerful than you think, how your body naturally detoxifies, and why slowing down might be the key to lasting energy, clarity, and hormonal health. 💡 Perfect for anyone feeling stuck, stressed, or curious about how the body really heals—from the inside out.

Explore the hidden protective mechanisms of the body and how they influence survival, health, and healing. This episode unpacks the connection between the nervous system, subconscious patterns, and chronic symptoms, offering powerful insights to help you understand and support your body’s natural processes.

Ever wonder why you crave sugar, feel anxious, or struggle with chronic stress? In this episode of Be the Cause Podcast, it reveals the hidden protective mechanisms of your nervous system—why your body reacts the way it does and how to turn survival patterns into thriving strategies! Tune in to unlock the secrets to working with your body, not against it.

What do you do with those random feeling anxieties that cause thoughts again and again. How do we deal with that stuck feeling, and why is it happening? What is our brain actually doing?

Here's a new perspective when it comes to the new fad of Intermittent Fasting. Who is it correct for? Who should avoid it? anmcholistichealth.com

73% of Americans feel the medical system is failing them! Don't worry, we've got some new things to add to the continuum so that we can support all facets of healthcare and the needs of our clients. See what's coming in 2024! healthclues.info

There's a new term out there in medicine.....dysautonomia which is a pat answer for dysfunctional autonomic nervous system, supposedly stemming from the Covid Pandemic. I'm introducing my thought project called Neurogenic Recollection Medicine in today's podcast.

When nothing's worked, you might want to listen in on the difference between trauma illness and trauma informed illness. It's all about how your nervous system is informing your present health. https://anmcholistichealth.com/hiddenhealthclues

Physical conditions are the CONSEQUENCE. Learn what to do to bring about change and regain your sense of joy. Don't accept less than all you are, find your patterns and hidden clues: https://anmcholistichealth.com/hiddenhealthclues

Listen in on today's episode as we discuss what to do in a symptom reliever shortage. Find more hidden health clues at https://anmcholistichealth.com/hiddenhealthclues

In this episode we talk about how movement creates neuromuscular connection, restores brain stability and cellular resiliency. Find out why it's not about becoming a gym freak, but how it will help with mood and symptoms. Find out if learning more hidden health clues is right for you here.

What is frequency work? What does it look like and why should I know about it? In this episode we explore why we're going to be hearing more about frequency therapy and how it can change our health forever. Find out more about our new Hidden Health Clues Intensive here.