Category: Epilepsy & Neurological Health
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Finding Clarity in a World Full of Health Noise
Finding trustworthy health information online has become increasingly difficult in a world filled with wellness trends, fear-driven content, and conflicting advice. This article explores discernment, foundational health habits, emotional balance, and why clarity matters more than chasing every new protocol.
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Why Salt Isn’t Bad for You: The Real Story About Electrolyte Balance
Salt is not the real problem. Learn how sodium, potassium, and magnesium work together, why electrolyte balance matters, and why low-salt advice often misses the bigger picture.
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My Journey: From Disability to Healing
In 2012 my life changed permanently. Epilepsy, chronic pain, a traumatic brain injury, and multiple spinal surgeries took everything I knew. But through faith in Jesus Christ, whole-food nutrition, and healing principles I’ve gathered from years of personal research — including insights from practitioners like Anthony William and others — I found a path back…
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Boost Your Senses with Detoxification
I’ve experienced firsthand how toxins like heavy metals and chronic inflammation dull sensory perception and drain neurological function. Through whole-food nutrition, targeted detox practices, liver support, and reducing environmental stressors, I’ve found that consistent daily practice can genuinely restore sensory clarity and sharpen brain health. This is my holistic approach.
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Dealing with PTSD and Epilepsy: My Path to Recovery
Managing epilepsy is one thing. Adding PTSD and post-concussion syndrome to the mix is another challenge entirely. In this post I share my personal experience navigating all three simultaneously — the referral to a Level 4 epilepsy center, the emotional weight of a traumatic brain injury, and what I’ve learned about seeking help and surviving…
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2017 ILAE Seizure Classification Explained
When the ILAE updated the seizure classification system in 2017, it changed how epilepsy is diagnosed and described worldwide. As someone who has lived with seizures for decades, I found this update genuinely clarifying. In this post I break down the new classification system in plain language — what changed, what it means, and why…
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What is Status Epilepticus and SUDEP?
Status epilepticus and SUDEP are two of the most serious risks in epilepsy — and two of the least talked about. As someone who has lived with uncontrolled seizures for years, I believe awareness of these conditions is critical. In this post I explain what both are, why they happen, and what steps can reduce…
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Understanding Epilepsy: Symptoms, Causes, and Risks
Epilepsy has shaped nearly every aspect of my life since I was first diagnosed. In this post I share a thorough overview of what epilepsy actually is — its symptoms, its causes, the different types, and the real public health implications that too often get glossed over. If you or someone you love is navigating…
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Medical ID Bracelets vs. Smartwatches: Which One is Best for You?
After years of living with epilepsy I’ve thought a lot about medical alert devices — from the traditional ID bracelet I wore for a long time to the growing world of smartwatches with health monitoring features. In this post I compare both options honestly so you can decide which makes the most sense for your…
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Understanding Sensory Overstimulation (‘Flooding’) After Brain Injury
After my traumatic brain injury I experienced something my doctors called ‘flooding’ — a form of sensory overstimulation where my brain simply couldn’t process incoming information fast enough. It was one of the most disorienting experiences of my life. In this post I explain what flooding is, why it happens after a TBI, and what…