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- Rooted in Balance Series: the Functional Medicine Framework for Vibrant Health-Episode 124
In this groundbreaking episode, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP open the conversation on what it really means to live rooted in balance. This episode introduces a Functional Medicine framework that is transforming how people heal, restore energy, and regain control of their health.
For too long, many have accepted that feeling “fine” is good enough — even when fatigue, brain fog, or recurring illness persist. But as Dr. Bagnell shares, “Your labs may look normal, but that doesn’t mean your body is functioning optimally.”
This episode dives deep into:
- What Functional Medicine truly is and why it’s life-changing
- The difference between symptom-based and systems-based care
- How root-cause healing uncovers what traditional medicine often misses
- The introduction of the D.E.S.T.R.E.S.S. Protocol — a framework that guides healing from the inside out
- The Big Five Labs — simple, at-home tests that reveal what your body’s really saying about your brain, hormones, gut, and overall health
You’ll also hear how Integrative Health Practitioner May Bagnell, IHP now brings this powerful approach to the Bagnell Brain Center, combining functional medicine with functional neurology — a partnership that’s helping clients reclaim energy, improve mood, sleep better, and feel vibrant again.
Highlighted Insights:
- “We’re not just treating symptoms. We’re decoding systems.”
- “Functional medicine is slower medicine — but it’s the kind that lasts.”
- “When you understand your body’s terrain, you can finally begin to heal.”
Stay Tuned for Part 2:
Rooted in Balance: Fuel & Flow — Nourishing the Body & Moving for Energy
In the next episode, Dr. Michael and May dive deeper into how nutrition, digestion, and movement create sustainable energy and optimize brain-body flow.
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