In this episode of the Experience Miracles Podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel tackles the controversial topic of supplement overload in children with chronic health challenges. Drawing from his clinical experience, he reveals why doing "all the right things" might not be working if they're done in the wrong order. This episode breaks down the neuroscience behind why nervous system regulation must come before heavy supplementation and detoxification protocols. Dr. Ebel explains the "neuro-gut" connection and provides a foundational approach that prioritizes healing from the inside out, challenging the common "more is better" mentality in natural health interventions.

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Key Topics & Timestamps

([00:00:00]) - The Supplement Overload Reality - Dr. Ebel introduces the controversial topic and shares how patient intake forms have shifted from medication lists to overwhelming supplement spreadsheets.

([00:03:00]) - The Clinical Picture - Walking through actual patient paperwork to illustrate how supplement overload is creating stuckness and plateaus rather than healing progress.

([00:08:00]) - Inside Out vs Outside In Philosophy - Breaking down the difference between true healing from within versus symptom-chasing with natural supplements that mimic the medical model.

([00:18:00]) - Core Supplements vs Everything Else - Identifying the essential daily supplements (omega-3s, probiotics, vitamin D) versus the "punchy" detox agents that can harm dysregulated nervous systems.

([00:23:00]) - The Neuro-Gut Science - Deep dive into the three-step process: absorption, assimilation, and detoxification, and why nervous system regulation controls all gut function.

([00:30:00]) - Why Detox Can Backfire - Explaining how detoxification protocols can worsen symptoms in children with dysregulated, hypersensitive nervous systems.

([00:35:00]) - The Right Sequence of Healing - Step-by-step action plan: nervous system regulation first, then foundational nutrition, then advanced supplement

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In this episode of Ask Dr. Tony, Dr. Tony Ebel breaks down the modern understanding of subluxation and how it affects children's neurological development. Moving beyond the outdated "pinched nerve" theory, Dr. Tony explains how subluxation is actually a sensory input problem that creates "noisy brain syndrome" in children with autism, ADHD, and anxiety. He reveals why the brain itself is typically fine in these children - it's getting bad information due to fixation and reduced proprioception from spinal misalignment. 

Dr. Tony emphasizes that the neuromotor system's input is more crucial to brain function than gut health, challenging common assumptions about childhood developmental challenges. This episode provides hope for parents by explaining that their children's brains have all the necessary components to heal and function properly once the interference is addressed.

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Key Topics & Timestamps

• ([00:01:00]) - The Sequence of Subluxation: From Physical Trauma to Misalignment
• ([00:02:00]) - Old vs. New Theory: Moving Beyond the "Pinched Nerve" Model
• ([00:04:00]) - The Real Issue: Subluxation as a Sensory Input Problem
• ([00:05:00]) - Hope for Parents: The Brain is Fine, It's Just Getting Bad Information
• ([00:06:00]) - Noisy Brain Syndrome: Why Kids Can't Hear Instructions

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In this transformative conversation, Dr. Tony Ebel sits down with Len Arcuri, empowerment coach and host of the Autism Parenting Secrets podcast, to discuss the five essential habits that can revolutionize how parents navigate their child's autism journey. Len shares his 18-year experience raising his son Ry, who was diagnosed with autism at 18 months, and reveals why parents themselves need healing and support just as much as their children.

This isn't your typical autism advice episode - it's a deep dive into the psychological and practical frameworks that enable parents to become confident CEOs of their family's healing journey. Len provides actionable strategies that address the root causes of parental burnout and decision-making paralysis, exploring how 90% of the friction parents experience is self-generated through unconscious beliefs. This episode is essential listening for any parent feeling overwhelmed or stuck on their child's healing journey.

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Connect with Len for Coaching: elevatehowyounavigate.com

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Key Topics & Timestamps

([00:06:00]) - The Unequipped Parent Reality - Why parents aren't prepared for the autism journey and need to become the CEO

([00:20:00]) - Mindset vs. Beliefs: The Critical Difference - Understanding growth mindset and the stories we tell ourselves

([00:32:00]) - Habit #1: Becoming the CEO - Assembling the right team and taking ownership of decision-making

([00:35:00]) - Habit #2: Curating Your Inner Circle - Protecting your energy by choosing who gets a voice in your journey

([00:41:00]) - Habit #3: Respond Don't React - Len's personal story about discovering his anger wasn't about his son

([00:45:00]) - Habit #4: Slow Down to Speed Up - Why presence and intentional pausing accelerate progress

([00:49:00]) - Habit #5: The Power Half Hour - Creating daily routines that fill your cup and regulate your nervous system

([00:57:00]) - Surrender Before Action - Why accepting what you can't control creates the foundation for effective action

([01:00:00]) - The All-In Parent Accelerator - How to access Len's coaching program and transform your family's journey

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In this Ask Dr. Tony episode, Dr. Tony Ebel breaks down the comprehensive approach neurologically focused pediatric chiropractors use to help children with neurodevelopmental disorders. He explains the three-step process: detailed case history taking, advanced nervous system measurement technology (INSiGHT scans including thermal scanning, EMG, and HRV), and gentle, individualized chiropractic adjustments. 

Dr. Tony emphasizes how their approach differs from traditional medicine by focusing on the nervous system rather than blaming genetics or gut issues. He shares touching stories about children who initially resist touch but eventually crave the healing adjustments, and explains how their sensory-friendly offices are designed specifically to help kids "get out of the storm" of dysregulation. The episode highlights the patience, persistence, and personalized care required for true neurological healing.

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Key Topics & Timestamps

• ([00:01:00]) - The Three-Step Neurologically Focused Approach - Detailed Case History, Advanced Technology, and Physical Examination
• ([00:03:00]) - INSiGHT Scans and HRV Testing - Measuring Nervous System Dysfunction and Vagal Tone
• ([00:05:00]) - Light Force Tonal Adjustments - The Gentle "Avocado Ripeness" Technique
• ([00:07:00]) - The Cal Story - How Touch-Sensitive Kids Learn to Crave Healing Adjustments
• ([00:08:00]) - Creating Sensory-Friendly Care - Environment Design and Long-Term Treatment Plans

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In this comprehensive deep dive, Dr. Tony Ebel explores groundbreaking research on decreased synaptic density in autism and reveals why the answers to autism don't lie in the brain alone. Drawing from a Princeton/Harvard study using PET scans, Dr. Ebel explains how autism actually begins in the body's neuromotor system and manifests in the brain. He breaks down complex neurological concepts into understandable terms, explaining the three-step nervous system process (input, integration, output) and introducing critical terms like subluxation, dyskinesia, and dysafferentation. 

This episode challenges the traditional medical approach to autism and presents a revolutionary understanding of how Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care can stimulate neuroplasticity and build the missing synaptic bridges in autistic brains. Dr. Ebel emphasizes that proprioceptive input from movement and spinal adjustments is more foundational to brain function than gut health or supplements, offering hope for families seeking root-cause healing.

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Read more about Autism and the Brain here.

Research Study Referenced in this Episode

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Key Topics & Timestamps

([00:04:00]) - The Perfect Storm Promise - Dr. Ebel's commitment to connecting dots and simplifying complex autism research

([00:07:00]) - "Autism Doesn't Begin in the Brain" - Introduction to the revolutionary concept and research limitations

([00:20:00]) - 17% Synaptic Density Decrease - What the study found in autism brains and affected regions

([00:24:00]) - The Seven Senses and Perfect Storm - Why movement and proprioception are key, not just the five basic senses

([00:27:00]) - Three-Step Nervous System Process - Afferentation (input), integration, and efferentation (output)

([00:31:00]) - Subluxation and Dysafferentation - How birth trauma disrupts nervous system input

([00:37:00]) - Why Kids with Autism Crave Input - Understanding stimming, weighted blankets, and proprioceptive needs

([00:39:00]) - Chiropractic's Unique Power - Why neurologically-focused adjustments outperform supplements

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Is Pots Genetic? Understanding the Root Causes

What Is Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)

Understanding POTS Syndrome in Children

In this episode, Dr. Tony Ebel tackles the question: Is POTS genetic? While families are often told POTS runs in families, Dr. Tony reveals the real culprit is nervous system dysfunction involving the vagus nerve and autonomic system dysregulation. He explains how modern stressors create The Perfect Storm for POTS development, why traditional medicine misses the physical component, and how Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care addresses the root cause to restore natural healing.

Key Topics & Timestamps

• ([00:01:00]) - POTS Symptoms & Debunking the Genetic Myth
• ([00:02:00]) - Modern Stressors & Why Girls Are More Affected
• ([00:04:00]) - The Vagus Nerve: Your Body's Brake Pedal
• ([00:05:00]) - The Missing Physical Component
• ([00:07:00]) - Neurological Solution & Natural Recovery

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In this deeply moving episode, Dr. Tony Ebel interviews Megan Stafiej, a mother whose daughter Harper's life was transformed through pediatric chiropractic care. Harper was born at 26 weeks and spent 97 days in the NICU, struggling with respiratory issues, failure to thrive, and multiple health challenges that left doctors without answers. After six weeks in the hospital with no improvement, Megan's desperate Facebook plea led her to discover pediatric chiropractic care. 

What followed was a miraculous transformation - Harper went from being labeled completely deaf and having seizure-like activity to responding to her name just hours after her first adjustment. This episode celebrates Harper's joyful spirit, her love for Chuggington trains and Florida beaches, and how her story continues to inspire families worldwide. Megan shares her journey from feeling unheard in the medical system to becoming a powerful advocate for other families, while honoring Harper's legacy of hope and healing.

Key Topics & Timestamps

([00:06:00]) - Harper's Difficult Beginning: Born at 26 Weeks and 97 Days in the NICU

([00:11:00]) - The Facebook Plea That Changed Everything: Discovering Pediatric Chiropractic

([00:16:00]) - The First Adjustment: Two Minutes of Peace and the Miracle of Harper Responding to Her Name

([00:20:00]) - Harper's Transformation: From Diagnosis to Personality - Living Life to the Fullest

([00:26:00]) - From Victim to Advocate: How Harper's Story Empowers Megan to Fight for Other Families

([00:30:00]) - Harper's Lasting Legacy: How Her Story Continues to Save Lives and Build Community

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Dr. Tony Ebel shares a comprehensive 5-step framework for advocating for your child in hospital and medical intervention settings. Drawing from his personal experiences with his son Oliver's 6-week NICU stay and recent emergency room visits, Dr. Tony provides practical strategies for parents to navigate medical decisions with confidence. He emphasizes the importance of slowing down, asking the right questions, trusting parental instincts, and thorough documentation when facing medication decisions, surgeries, or medical interventions.

The episode covers the paradox of modern medicine - its life-saving emergency capabilities versus its role in chronic illness - and empowers parents to take control of healthcare decisions for their children. Dr. Tony provides real-world examples and teaches parents how to avoid being "upsold" unnecessary medical interventions while still receiving appropriate care.

Key Topics & Timestamps

• [00:01:00] - Introduction to the 5-Step Advocacy Framework 
• [00:04:00] - Oliver's NICU Story and Medical "Upselling" 
• [00:06:00] - Step 1: Slow Down the Decision 
• [00:11:00] - Step 2: Ask for Full Explanation (Risks, Benefits, Alternatives) 
• [00:13:00] - Step 3: Get Clarity on Urgency 
• [00:18:00] - Step 4: Trust Your Gut and Seek Second Opinion 
• [00:20:00] - Step 5: Document Everything 
• [00:27:00] - Bonus Step 6: Bring an Advocate

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Dr. Tony Ebel breaks down the real root causes of developmental delays that go far beyond what traditional pediatricians and even most early intervention specialists address. He reveals that one in six children face developmental delays, often triggered by what he calls "the perfect storm" - a combination of early life stressors including pregnancy stress and birth interventions. Dr. Ebel explains how children get stuck in "fight or flight" mode instead of growth and development mode, affecting everything from motor skills to speech, behavior, and social development. He emphasizes that developmental delays aren't due to genetics, bad luck, or bad parenting, but rather neurological stress that can be identified and addressed at its root cause.

Key Topics & Timestamps

([00:00:00]) - The Hidden Crisis - One in six children face developmental delays, and there's a crucial missing piece most doctors overlook

([00:04:00]) - The Therapy Plateau Problem - Why families often get stuck despite doing all the right therapies and interventions

([00:06:00]) - Sequence Over Timeline - Why the order of development matters more than hitting milestones at specific ages

([00:09:00]) - Growth vs. Protection Mode - The key concept that children can't be in growth and protection mode simultaneously

([00:10:00]) - The Perfect Storm - How maternal stress and birth interventions create neurological stress in developing children

([00:11:00]) - The Vagus Nerve Connection - How birth trauma impacts the brainstem and controls development, behavior, and communication

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Dr. Tony Ebel tackles one of the most common questions from parents: "Why is continued wellness care important?" In this passionate and comprehensive episode, Dr. Tony delivers his signature three-part answer approach - addressing the healthcare system, sharing a compelling personal story, and explaining the science. He critiques the traditional healthcare system's "sick care" model, shares a compelling gym encounter with a skeptical physical therapist, and explains the neuroscience behind why wellness care is essential for long-term health. 

Dr. Tony emphasizes that wellness care isn't about "maintenance" but about thriving, being resilient, and getting the most out of life. He uses powerful analogies comparing wellness care to fitness routines and faith practices, explaining why consistency is key to staying healthy and adapting to life's inevitable stresses.

Key Topics & Timestamps

• [00:02:00] - Healthcare System Critique: Why It's "Sick Care" Not Health Care
• [00:05:00] - The Gym Story: Meeting the Anti-Chiropractic Physical Therapist
• [00:09:00] - The Iron Man Question: "What Are You Doing Here?"
• [00:12:00] - From Storm to Boring: The Unspoken Miracle of Wellness Care
• [00:13:00] - Dr. Tony's Personal Wellness Care Routine and "Neuro Math
• [00:16:00] - Proactive Care and Practice Statistics: 70-80% Wellness Patients

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