The Neuro Collective Podcast
Welcome to The Neuro Collective Podcast!
We are your hosts, Dr. Michael Bagnell, Functional Neurologist and May Bagnell, Mindset and Nutrition Coach. Together, we are here to guide you through the dynamic intersection of Functional Neurology, Mindset Coaching, and Functional Medicine. If you're passionate about neuroscience, alternative health, and holistic wellness, you're in the perfect place.
Our podcast is designed for those who are eager to explore innovative ways to heal brain conditions, optimize brain performance, and enhance overall well-being.
We cater to everyone from health-conscious individuals to high-performing athletes.
Each week, we bring you expert interviews, the latest research, and actionable tips to help you achieve peak mental and physical health. Together, we'll dive deep into the science and practicalities of brain health, empowering you to live your best life with a sharper mind and a healthier body.
So, let's embark on this journey together and unlock the limitless potential of your brain. This is The Neuro Collective Podcast—where holistic health meets neuroscience.
The Neuro Collective Podcast
Part 1: The Science of Sleep — What Happens When We Rest- Episode 118
Welcome back to The Neuro Collective Podcast with Dr. Michael & May Bagnell, IHP.
In this episode, we explore the fascinating science behind sleep — what truly happens when your body and brain rest. Sleep isn’t passive; it’s one of the most active and restorative processes your brain performs. It governs memory, hormone balance, emotional regulation, and detoxification through the glymphatic system, your brain’s natural cleaning system.
This is Part 1 of a two-part series on sleep. In this conversation, Dr. Michael and May discuss:
- The brain’s night shift: what happens neurologically while you sleep
- Memory consolidation and neural pruning
- The glymphatic system and its detoxifying role
- How REM sleep supports emotional balance
- The body-wide benefits of deep rest — including metabolism, immune recovery, and hormone health
- Common sleep disruptors such as blue light, cortisol imbalance, and inconsistent routines
Episode Highlights:
- “Sleep is not passive — it’s an active, restorative process that determines how well your brain and body function.”
- “Your brain cleans itself while you sleep — the glymphatic system literally ‘washes’ toxins away.”
- “Lack of sleep impairs memory, mood, and metabolism.”
- “Emotional stability depends on REM sleep — poor sleep equals poor stress response.”
- “Sleep is the original biohack — no supplement can replace it.”
Key Takeaway:
Sleep is not just rest — it’s repair.
It supports memory, detoxification, emotional regulation, hormone balance, and immune health.
Stay tuned for Part 2, where Dr. Michael and May share actionable strategies to improve sleep quality through daily habits, nutrition, and brain-based approaches.
Listen now and discover why prioritizing sleep could be the most powerful step toward better brain health and emotional balance.
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