The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast

With Dr. Daniel & Tana Amen

Podcast hosts Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are changing the way we look at the brain and its direct connection to all things wellness. From weight loss to love and happiness to overcoming mental conditions like anxiety, depression and ADD. They deliver practical, everyday tips for building the best brain and best life possible. Click on one of the episodes below to listen today! You can also find The Brain Warrior’s Way on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher or Google Play.

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February 2018 Episodes

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We Are Living In An Unhappiness Epidemic and Here’s Why

February 28, 2018

If you’ve been feeling down, you’re not alone. In fact, there seems to be a growing epidemic of unhappiness in our society, but fortunately there are things you can do about it. In this episode of The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss the role the 4 circles of influence play in depression.
CATEGORIES Depression

How to Teach Your Gut to Take Care of Your Brain PT. 3 – Dr. David Perlmutter

February 23, 2018

In the third and final episode of a series with “Grain Brain” author Dr. David Perlmutter, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss the brain-gut connection. Learn how your microbiome plays a crucial role in inflammation. Dr. Perlmutter also shares ways you can increase the health of your gut to keep your brain healthy as well.
CATEGORIES Inflammation
GUESTS Dr. David Perlmutter

Can You Prevent Cognitive Decline? PT. 2 – Dr. David Perlmutter

February 23, 2018

Many pharmaceutical companies are getting out of Alzheimer’s research because they aren’t finding that “silver bullet” treatment to cure the disease. However, perhaps we should instead be looking for the “silver buckshot” treatment, because it is only by addressing many smaller areas of concern that you effectively reduce your risk for Alzheimer’s Disease. In the second episode of a series with Dr. David Perlmutter, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss some of these “silver buckshot” elements, such as exercise and monitoring your glycemic load.
CATEGORIES Alzheimer's Disease
GUESTS Dr. David Perlmutter

Can Gluten Enable You To Make Unhealthy Decisions? PT. 1 – Dr. David Perlmutter

February 21, 2018

There may not always be a simple medical solution for various brain dysfunctions. However, we have learned that there are things we can control, such as lifestyle choices, that have a major impact on our health. In this episode of The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are joined by Dr. David Perlmutter, author of the best-selling book “Grain Brain”, for a discussion on how being informed about gluten sensitivities and the gut-brain connection can help you make better, healthier decisions.
CATEGORIES Gluten
GUESTS Dr. David Perlmutter

Can Childhood Trauma Lead to Chronic Illnesses? PT.3 – Dr. Wayne Jonas

February 16, 2018

In the third and final episode of a series with Dr. Wayne Jonas, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss how childhood trauma factors in to chronic conditions. As Dr. Jonas outlines in his new book, “How Healing Works,” taking an integrative approach and a patient in the driver’s seat mentality, you can find ways to heal yourself to enjoy the things that matter most.
CATEGORIES PTSD, TBI, Trauma
GUESTS Dr. Wayne Jonas

What’s the Alternative to Opioid Medication? PT.2 – Dr. Wayne Jonas

February 14, 2018

For the first time in years, the human life expectancy recently went down instead of up. Many believe that the opioid crisis is to blame. In the second episode of a series with Dr. Wayne Jonas, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss why removing opioid medications from the equation won’t necessarily solve the problem.
CATEGORIES Opioids
GUESTS Dr. Wayne Jonas

What Can Patients Do to Heal Themselves Without a Physician? PT. 1 – Dr. Wayne Jonas

February 13, 2018

It may be shocking to learn that up to 80% of what needs to be done to heal a patient’s chronic illness comes from what happens OUTSIDE the doctor’s office. Therefore, it’s important to take responsibility for the legwork required to work with your doctor to make his job easier. In this episode of The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are joined by Dr. Wayne Jonas, who elaborates on this and other concepts from his new book, “How Healing Works.”
CATEGORIES Healing
GUESTS Dr. Wayne Jonas

Can You Overcome PTSD After Being Away At War? PT. 2 Denny’s Story

February 7, 2018

Denny Salisbury returned home from Iraq a different person. He had suffered a traumatic brain injury during a horrific car bombing that took the lives of others in his vehicle. The medication that the military subsequently prescribed for him only made things worse, and after attempting to take his own life, Denny decided he needed a different option. In this episode of The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are joined by Denny as he relays the story of finding his path to recovery.
CATEGORIES PTSD, TBI, Trauma
GUESTS Denny Salisbury

How Soldiers Overcome Extreme Trauma: PT. 1 Denny’s Story

February 6, 2018

California native Denny Salisbury was 19 years old when he had his first brush with an IED bomb while serving our country in Iraq. Although it was a harrowing experience, it was minor in comparison to the other brushes with death he would soon experience, both in combat and back at home. In this episode of The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are joined by Denny as he relates his terrifying ordeals.
CATEGORIES PTSD, TBI, Trauma
GUESTS Denny Salisbury

Is It Possible To Stop Your Brain Before You Self-Sabotage?

February 1, 2018

Can’t seem to get out of your own way? You’re not alone. Fortunately, there’s something you can do about it. In this episode of The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen describe the hallmarks of those that suffer from self-sabotage. Learn what the causes are for self-defeating behavior, as well as methods to change this behavior to become your own best advocate instead of your own worst enemy.
CATEGORIES Self Sabotage

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