What if you could reverse type 2 diabetes and boost your brain health with nothing more than the food you eat?

In today’s episode, I sit down with the inspiring Kristina Carrillo-Bucaram, also known as "FullyRaw Kristina," to discuss her remarkable journey from living with type 2 diabetes to achieving vibrant health through a raw vegan lifestyle.

Her story is nothing short of transformative. After struggling with chronic health issues as a teenager, Kristina took control of her health by switching to a raw plant-based diet. Today, she shares practical tips for adopting a raw vegan lifestyle and discusses the profound impact it has had on her mental and physical health.

If you or a loved one is struggling with Alzheimer's or insulin resistance, this episode is packed with powerful insights on how diet can play a pivotal role in reversing chronic diseases.

Tune in and start your journey to better health today.

“I believe in the power of belief because if somebody wants to heal themselves, they will do it and they will find what will make them do it.”

~ Kristina Carrillo-Bucaram

In this Episode

04:14 - Kristina's diabetes journey and how it led to a raw vegan lifestyle

15:05 - Starting a farmers market that launched a movement

17:05 - Diabetes symptoms and how it affected Kristina

21:14 - Doctors’ conventional advice vs. the power of self-belief in healing

34:29 - Learning to love raw food

40:23 - The power of choice, faith, and personal responsibility in healing

47:36 - Kristina's experience with community health and empowering others

54:02 - Overcoming cravings and maintaining a healthy raw diet

1:00:19 - How eating raw food impacts mental and cognitive health

Resources:

- Top Supplements for Alzheimer's Guide - https://bit.ly/drjoshguide

- Book: The Fully Raw Diet by Kristina Carrillo-Bucaram - https://www.fullyraw.com/book

Connect with Kristina Carrillo-Bucaram:

- Website - https://www.fullyraw.com/

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fullyrawkristina/

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@FullyRawKristina

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Have you ever thought that protecting your brain from cognitive decline starts in your body, not just your mind? In this episode, I speak with Dr. Peter Levine, the pioneer behind Somatic Experiencing, about how unresolved trauma locked in your nervous system might accelerate brain aging and how releasing this trapped energy can boost cognitive resilience.

We dive deep into the mind-body connection, exploring how trauma impacts memory, inflammation, and dementia risk. Peter shares practical tools like breathwork and somatic touch that anyone can use to decrease stress and support brain health. If you or a loved one struggles with Alzheimer’s or chronic illness, this episode offers fresh hope and actionable strategies.

Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation that could transform your approach to brain longevity.

“If we can learn what the animals do, let them be our guides, let them be our teachers.”

~ Dr. Peter A Levine, PhD

In this Episode

02:38 - How does trauma affect memory?

07:41 - Why don’t animals get PTSD like humans do?

10:58 - How does trauma get “frozen” in the nervous system?

15:23 - What role does human interaction play in dementia care?

19:26 - What can we do for people who care for dementia patients?

20:35 - What is interoception, and why does it matter?

22:32 - What is pendulation in trauma healing?

29:57 - Dr. Levine shares some personal experiences

33:48 - What practical exercises can help ground people?

38:03 - What are somatic experiencing tips for better sleep?

41:23 - What gives you hope for the future of trauma and brain health?

Resources:

- Top Supplements for Alzheimer's Guide - https://bit.ly/drjoshguide

- Book: Trauma and Memory by Dr. Peter Levine, PhD - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1583949941

- Book: Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma by Dr. Peter Levine, PhD - https://www.amazon.com/dp/155643233X

Connect with Dr. Peter A Levine, PhD:

- Website - https://www.somaticexperiencing.com/

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drpeteralevine/

Connect with Dr. Josh Helman, MD:

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/greenbrainsMD

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/greenbrainsmd/

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Have you ever wondered what’s silently sabotaging your brain, even before symptoms of dementia show up? In this powerful episode, I sit down with longevity expert Brian Vaszily to uncover the everyday toxins that are hijacking your decisions, disrupting your hormones, and accumulating in your brain.

From contaminated tap water and polluted indoor air to endocrine-disrupting skincare products, we break down the biggest offenders and what you can do to protect yourself. You’ll learn why a credit card’s worth of plastic might be sitting in your brain and how toxins make it harder to choose what’s healthy, even when you know better.

This conversation is your roadmap to take back control, starting with the water you drink, the air quality of your home, and paying attention to your personal care products. Tune in now and discover what small changes could make a life-changing impact on your brain health.

“Everybody knows enough right now to live past 100 years old and live well. Everybody knows enough right now to do that, but the problem is people can't stick to doing it.”

~ Brian Vaszily

In this Episode

03:35 - What toxins contribute to dementia and Alzheimer’s?

11:09 - Why microplastics are found in the brain

13:02 - How can you reduce exposure to plastics and toxins?

20:09 - What’s the best water filter for removing toxins?

22:40 - How can you improve air quality at home?

27:42 - Where can people buy non-toxic skincare products?

30:47 - Why is “fragrance” one of the most dangerous ingredients?

32:05 - The simplest way to minimize toxins from getting into your system

41:36 - What’s the future of clean products and consumer awareness?

Resources:

- Top Supplements for Alzheimer's Guide - https://bit.ly/drjoshguide

- Purity Woods Organic Health Products - https://puritywoods.com/

Connect with Brian Vaszily:

- Website - https://theartofantiaging.com/

- Facebook Group - https://web.facebook.com/groups/theartofantiaging

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brianvaszily/

Connect with Dr. Josh Helman, MD:

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/greenbrainsMD

- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/greenbrainsmd/

- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorjosh

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