Facilitated

A conversation with neurooptometrist Dr. Alex Talaber of Neurovision Therapy Institute in Denver, Colorado. 

We rethink vision as a brain-driven system that shapes attention, mood, balance and recovery—and show how targeted neurooptometry can relieve “ADHD” symptoms, post-concussion struggles and everyday eye fatigue. Real cases reveal how prisms, therapy and metabolic care unlock faster, lasting change.

• vision as neural processing, not just acuity
• convergence insufficiency as a driver of fatigue and inattention
• how kids mask double vision and avoid near work
• why stronger prescriptions miss root causes
• therapy cadence: short, frequent, gentle progress
• stimulants, pupil dilation and light sensitivity
• metabolic health, triglycerides and retinal clues
• nutrients for retinal resilience: omega-3s, lutein, zeaxanthin, B vitamins
• vision-vestibular coupling and sequencing rehab
• prisms enabling immediate function after stroke
• ditching eye patches to retrain fusion and alignment
• hope, pacing and co-creating realistic goals

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Neuro-Vision Therapy Institute - Denver, Cherry Creek Clinic 

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We break down why “normal” labs don’t always mean you feel well and show how patterns across markers tell a clearer story. Then we get practical about foundations that beat biohacks, real-world setbacks, and exactly what we eat on a typical day.

• lab ranges as broad guides, not guarantees
• patterns across CBC, glucose, vitamin D, WBC shifts
• foundations before supplements and gadgets
• walking, sleep, daylight, alcohol limits, simple meals
• decades of moderate vs short extreme plans
• using exercise timing and carbs strategically
• daily protein targets and satiety
• hitting 50 to 60 grams of fiber with beans, oats, fruit, psyllium
• our weekday meals and post-workout nutrition
• flexible structure to fit life phases

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We share hard-won lessons for students chasing healthcare careers, from lab benches and surgical suites to functional medicine rooms where time and systems thinking change outcomes. The heart of the conversation: slow down, test paths, and choose impact over ego.

• exploring nonlinear routes into healthcare
• seeing the gaps in insurance-based care
• functional medicine as systems biology in practice
• career experiments in labs, coaching and diagnostics
• separating ego from mission-driven choices
• managing comparison and finding support
• taking time to reduce debt and gain skills
• defining impact and collaborating with specialists

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We share why we paused, what changed in the clinic, and how we’re choosing quality over hype. Recent cases highlight hormone patterns, parasite finds, and a better intake flow that reduces overwhelm and improves outcomes.

• word‑of‑mouth referrals are where it's at
• new boundaries for first visits and outside labs
• recent prolactinoma and hyperparathyroidism patterns
• targeted stool PCR leading to clear parasite diagnoses
• thyroid nuance with free T3 and reverse T3 testing
• why catch‑all “hormone balance” supplements can backfire
• A2 dairy, labeling, and real‑world tolerance
• upcoming gut master series and expert interviews

Relevant, but random: 

-Garth Brooks Facebook Intro Video (for real)

-Kevin Mallone, "A fluke is one of the most common fish in the sea"

-Giardia LAM-BLI-A [kate was reading it lower case, ok?!]

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We challenge the supplement industrial complex, break down why “pixie dust” formulas fail, and show how lifestyle and targeted dosing beat hype-driven stacks. Real cases, clear criteria, and lab-guided choices replace guesswork and marketing noise.

• why proprietary blends underdose key actives
• difference between symptom chasing and root cause work
• when supplements help and when lifestyle must lead
• how to evaluate brands, testing, and transparency
• pitfalls of buying on marketplaces and retail shelves
• practical at-home audit for your current stack
• dosing, forms, and timing that actually matter
• using labs to personalize and then taper support
• why more is not better

More about our SUPPLEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS 

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We reflect on a year of simplifying care, tightening boundaries, and improving outcomes by focusing on what actually moves health forward. We share how clearer systems, humble collaboration, and teaching foundations beat complexity and constant access.

• shifting from expansion to focus
• simplifying protocols around foundations
• teaching principles over rigid plans
• setting boundaries to sustain quality
• improving systems for labs and follow-ups
• choosing referrals and collaboration
• aligning with curious, humble patients
• fertility trends and proactive optimization
• human touch alongside AI tools
• stepping into education and thought leadership

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Happy Birthday Daddy D! 

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We unpack a defamatory review, the limits of what we can say under HIPAA, and how to defend a care process without violating privacy. We pivot from online noise to the patient wins, boundaries, and structures that make functional medicine work.

• clinic philosophy of diagnosing biology, not disease
• why HIPAA restricts responses to public claims
• how to defend process without personal details
• importance of aligned expectations and boundaries
• patterns in online reviews and reader behavior
• focusing on positive outcomes and gratitude
• practical communication norms for effective care

We recorded an Instagram Reel AFTER this episode recording that ultimately sums it all up in 90 seconds. 🙃 Alas, here's the long-form version since we still needed an episode for the week. 

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We connect oral health to blood pressure, metabolism, and immune function by focusing on the oral microbiome and daily habits that protect nitric oxide production. Practical tools include hydroxyapatite toothpaste, flossing and water flossers, tongue scraping, xylitol, and targeted oral probiotics, plus knowing when to see a biological dentist.

• oral microbiome as a driver of systemic inflammation and cardiovascular health
• nitrate–nitrite–nitric oxide pathway and impacts of antiseptic mouthwash
• hydroxyapatite toothpaste benefits and ingredients to avoid
• brushing technique, flossing as non‑negotiable, role of water flossers
• tongue scraping for biofilm control, breath, and taste
• xylitol, Streptococcus salivarius, and Lactobacillus reuteri for targeted support
• saliva, pH timing around meals, and enamel protection
• red flags for professional care and value of biological dentistry

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A conversation with mindfulness-based self-love coach Jonathan Quigg "Quiggy". 

We connect functional medicine with self-love and relationship work to show how nervous system safety shapes health, behavior, and intimacy. Courage, honesty, and practical tools like RAIN turn shame into movement and shift partnerships from codependence to generosity.

• diagnosing biology not disease as a guiding principle
• alcohol culture contrasted with sober connection and embodiment
• autonomic balance as foundation for sleep, digestion, blood sugar control
• stewardship for clinicians, teachers, and helpers to model regulation
• courage as a trainable capacity coexisting with fear
• RAIN method to process emotions and reduce shame
• guilt versus shame framed for growth and repair
• iterative, listening-first care over rigid protocols
• codependency as reactive nervous system pattern
• moving partnerships from getting to giving and toward 100-100

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@quiggcultivation + all the links here

“Unfuckwithable Self-Trust: How to attract a purposeful partnership in six months or less” — A free 2-day virtual experience for heart-centered, high-achievers who are longing for and ready to finally attract a healthy, sustainable, interdependent partnership, December 9–10. [Details + Register here]

“Coming Home to Us”: Mindfulness in Denver at Archipelago, Mondays 7–8:15 pm:  [Upcoming dates + tickets]

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