Take Back My Brain
Learn how to support your body's God-given natural ability to heal with Neuro Nutrition expert, Laurie Hammer, as she interviews professionals and shares her journey and perspective on brain health, overcoming depression, anxiety, eating disorders, fasting lifestyle, nutrition, ketogenic diet, hormones, microbiome, family lifestyle, and more!!! Join us on this journey to radically transform your life.
Episodes
In this episode of Take Back My Brain, Laurie Hammer speaks with pediatric nurse practitioner Lori Ryan about the alarming rise of chronic illness in children. They explore how ultra-processed foods, nutrient deficiencies, and gut microbiome imbalances affect kids’ immune systems, behavior, and overall health. Lori shares practical strategies to restore children’s health through nutrition, gut healing, and root-cause approaches tha...
In this episode of Take Back My Brain, Laurie Hammer interviews Jamie Morgan and Paige Alexander of Real Food Recovery. They discuss the addictive nature of ultra-processed foods, share personal stories of overcoming cravings, and outline their holistic approach to recovery—focusing on natural foods, movement, sleep, spirituality, and supportive community.
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Curious about what kind of stress might be driving your cravings? ...
In this episode of Take Back My Brain, Laurie Hammer interviews Dr. William Pawluk, a holistic physician and PEMF therapy expert. Dr. Pawluk explains how Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields work, differentiates them from harmful EMFs, and shares compelling stories of tissue regeneration, bone healing, and brain support.
Curious about what kind of stress might be driving your cravings? Take Laurie Hammer’s free Craving Crusher Qu...
In this episode of Take Back My Brain, Laurie Hammer speaks with MIT-trained electrical engineer and physiologist Brian Peskin about the science of brain health and essential lipids.
Peskin challenges common advice on fish oil and Omega-3 supplementation, introducing the concept of Parent Essential Oils (PEOs) as the real building blocks of healthy cells. He explains why DHA overload can damage capillaries, why Omega-6 is essential ...
In this episode of Take Back My Brain, Laurie Hammer speaks with Esther Yunkin, RN—an emergency room nurse turned holistic health practitioner—about Hashimoto’s disease, thyroid dysfunction, and autoimmune healing.
Esther shares her personal journey from ER burnout to holistic practice after receiving her own Hashimoto’s diagnosis. Together, they explore why thyroid disorders are so misunderstood, why many women go years without pro...
Renowned neuroplasticity expert Ashok Gupta joins Laurie Hammer to explain how brain retraining calms the nervous system, reduces inflammation, and supports recovery from chronic illness, long COVID, pain, and anxiety.
In this episode of Take Back My Brain, Laurie Hammer speaks with former RN turned holistic wellness coach Shan Wright about burnout, perfectionism, and reclaiming peace. Shan shares her journey through postpartum ...
Former RN and holistic wellness coach Shan Wright joins Laurie Hammer to unpack professional burnout, perfectionism, and anxiety—revealing how faith, nervous system healing, and identity beyond roles restore peace.
In this episode of Take Back My Brain, Laurie Hammer speaks with former RN turned holistic wellness coach Shan Wright about burnout, perfectionism, and reclaiming peace. Shan shares her journey through postpartum anxi...
Dr. Rob Silverman explains the gut-brain-immune axis, vagus nerve health, non-thermal laser therapy, and functional strategies to support cognition, hormone balance, and longevity.
In this episode, Dr. Rob Silverman reframes the gut as the body’s central control hub for immunity and cognitive health. He explains how gut permeability, vagus nerve tone, and microbiome communication with the lungs and gums affect brain function and...
Host Laurie Hammer speaks with trauma recovery coach and nurse Melissa Armstrong about how nervous system regulation, subconscious patterns, and faith work together to heal trauma, restore identity, and reconnect us to God’s guidance.
In this episode of Take Back My Brain, host Laurie Hammer sits down with Melissa Armstrong, a nurse of 15 years and trauma recovery coach, to explore how the nervous system, subconscious beliefs, a...
Host Laurie Hammer speaks with integrative neuro-ophthalmologist Dr. Rani Banik about how eye health reflects brain function, stress, nutrition, and overall systemic health—and what you can do to protect your vision naturally.
In this episode of Take Back My Brain, host Laurie Hammer sits down with integrative neuro-ophthalmologist Dr. Rani Banik to explore the powerful connection between eye health, brain function, and overall ...
Host Laurie Hammer speaks with Andra McHugh, an expert in natural eczema reversal, about her personal journey and holistic strategies to heal eczema. Learn how diet, skincare, environment, and supplementation work together to reverse this common condition naturally.
In this episode of Take Back My Brain, host Laurie Hammer talks with Andra McHugh, a natural eczema expert and mother motivated by her daughters’ severe eczema diagn...
Host Laurie Hammer speaks with Dr. Debbie Ozment, a board-certified health and wellness coach, about her journey from traditional dentistry to metabolic and systemic health. Discover how oral health drives inflammation throughout the body and learn practical strategies to support your gut, immune system, and overall wellness.
In this episode of Take Back My Brain, host Laurie Hammer sits down with Dr. Debbie Ozment, a former den...
Mark Manderson, leader of Pacific Shores Recovery, shares his personal journey with trauma and addiction. Discover his holistic approach to recovery, confronting the “core lie,” reshaping the brain, and creating safety for lasting transformation.
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In this episode of Take Back My Brain, Laurie Hammer talks with Mark Manderson, leader of Pacific Shores Recovery, about viewing addiction not as a moral failure but as an invitation to...
Laurie Hammer sits down with Dr. Russell Kennedy, a clinical neuroscientist, to explore the root causes of anxiety and his revolutionary approach to healing. Learn how focusing on the body’s alarm sensations, trauma, and emotional regulation—rather than just the mind—can create lasting relief from anxiety.
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In this episode of Take Back My Brain, Laurie Hammer talks with Dr. Russell Kennedy, a clinical neuroscientist who shares hi...
Dr. Chris Molda and Lori discuss the limitations of traditional mental health approaches and explore amino acid therapy as a foundational, nutritional solution for anxiety, depression, and overall brain health. Learn how proper nutrition, amino acids, and lifestyle adjustments can restore natural neurotransmitter function.
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In this episode of Take Back My Brain, I sit down with Dr. Chris Molda and Lori to discuss why traditional ...
Laurie Hammer and Jeremy Krulikowsky dive into the “taboo topic” of money through the lens of faith, function, and freedom—body, mind, and spirit. Discover how mindset, biblical truth, and practical tools can help you break free from debt and build kingdom-aligned wealth.
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In this episode of Take Back My Brain, I sit down with financial coach and entrepreneur Jeremy Krulikowsky to talk about one of those “taboo” topics—money. We ...
Dr. Tom Ingegno joins Laurie Hammer to discuss holistic health, cupping therapy, and the philosophy of East Asian medicine. Learn how traditional practices support whole-body health, brain function, and emotional well-being.
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In this episode of Take Back My Brain, Laurie Hammer talks with Dr. Tom Ingegno, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine with 25 years of experience. They explore holistic health, cupping therapy, and the...
Dr. Jennifer Pfleghaar joins Laurie Hammer to explore perimenopause, its symptoms, common treatment mistakes, and a personalized, root-cause approach to women’s hormonal health. Learn how to optimize your cycle, manage stress, and reclaim your vitality.
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In this episode of Take Back My Brain, I sit down with Dr. Jennifer Pfleghaar, D.O., board-certified in emergency and integrative medicine, to talk about perimenopause—those ofte...
Not every child was made to sit still, color inside the lines, or learn phonics by a script.
In this vibrant and truth-telling episode, I’m joined by Nancy Disbrow—a former HR executive turned ADHD coach who brings deep wisdom, lived experience, and loads of love for the beautifully wired, outside-the-box brain.
We talk about:
🧠 Why ADHD and dyslexia aren’t flaws—they’re gifts
📚 What’s wrong with how most schools teach reading to...
Could your house be the root cause of your mystery symptoms?
In this eye-opening episode, I talk with Heather Sunderland, board-certified functional health coach and survivor of 28 years of illness caused by Lyme disease and mold toxicity. Heather now helps others uncover the hidden causes of chronic illness—including CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome)—and take real steps toward healing.
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