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The Critical Role of Nutrition in Supporting a Healthy Nervous System | Michelle Brown S1 E56
In this conversation, Michelle Brown, a functional nutrition counselor and clinical herbalist, discusses the impact of trauma on the nervous system and how it can manifest as a freeze response. Michelle shares her personal trauma story and explains how trauma is not limited to major events but can also result from chronic stress and overwhelm. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing the freeze response and understanding the role of the nervous system in handling stress. Michelle also discusses the role of nutrition and specific nutrients in supporting the nervous system and addresses the condition of pyroluria. In this conversation, Michelle Brown discusses the importance of addressing biochemical imbalances in the nervous system to improve mood, energy, and stress management. She explains the testing and assessment methods for identifying these imbalances and emphasizes the role of diet in supporting neurotransmitter synthesis. Michelle also highlights the significance of protein intake for mood regulation and provides tips for overcoming fear of food. Additionally, she discusses the gut-brain connection and the importance of addressing gut health in improving overall well-being. Michelle concludes by sharing next steps for seeking support and offers advice for improving sleep quality.
Takeaways
Trauma can manifest as a freeze response in the nervous system, leading to feelings of numbness, low energy, and disengagement from life.
Trauma is not limited to major events but can also result from chronic stress and overwhelm.
Recognizing the freeze response and understanding the role of the nervous system in handling stress is crucial for healing and moving forward.
Addressing the freeze response may involve addressing nutritional deficiencies and supporting the nervous system through proper nutrition. Addressing biochemical imbalances in the nervous system can significantly improve mood, energy, and stress management.
Testing and assessment methods, such as urine tests and blood tests, can help identify specific imbalances and guide treatment.
Diet plays a crucial role in supporting neurotransmitter synthesis, and increasing protein intake can have a positive impact on mood regulation.
Overcoming fear of food is essential for individuals with eating disorders or complicated relationships with food.
The gut-brain connection highlights the importance of addressing gut health to improve overall well-being.
Seeking support from professionals and implementing lifestyle changes can lead to better sleep quality.
Michelle Brown is a Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Practitioner and clinical herbalist and also holds a certificate as a Mastery Level Biology of Trauma Advanced Provider. She works with clients from around the world to address anxiety, depression, fatigue and other chronic health issues from a root-cause, trauma-informed perspective. This approach addresses nervous system dysregulation and emphasizes the mind-body connection that allows true healing to happen. You can connect with Michelle at www.botanacea.com.
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