The Appalachian Wellness Connection
by Dr. Micheal Bryan and Dr. Kevin Britt
Latest episode
Welcome to the Team, Dr. Josh! Getting to Know Our Newest Chiropractor
Welcome to the Team, Dr. Josh! Getting to Know Our Newest Chiropractor
About this podcast
Holistic Health from the Heart of East Tennessee
Welcome to Appalachian Wellness Connection, where Dr. Micheal Bryan and Dr. Kevin Britt explore the intersection of traditional wisdom and modern science in the pursuit of true wellness. Broadcasting from the foothills of East Tennessee, this podcast is your down-to-earth guide to holistic health—covering everything from chiropractic care and functional medicine to nutrition, detox, and sustainable lifestyle choices.
Whether you're a curious patient, a wellness enthusiast, or just someone looking for practical ways to feel better and live well, you’ll find real conversations, expert insights, and a whole lot of heart. Tune in as we break down complex health topics, share clinical experience, and reconnect you to what it means to feel good in your body, mind, and spirit.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 29 episodes
- Welcome to the Team, Dr. Josh! Getting to Know Our Newest Chiropractor · 35 min · Season 1 Episode 29There’s a new face at the office, and we wanted you to get to know him! In this episode of Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Micheal Bryan sit down with Dr. Josh to introduce…
- Chiropractic and Kids: Why Would a Kid Need an Adjustment? · 30 min · Season 1 Episode 28Why would a healthy baby or child ever need to see a chiropractor? In this episode of Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan explore one of the…
- #27 - Clinic Updates: Red Light Results, Shockwave Therapy, and Our New Functional Medicine Program · 24 min · Season 1 Episode 27In this episode, we take a step back and share what’s been happening behind the scenes in the clinic over the past several months. We start by diving into real patient stories…
- #26 - Special Guest! - Healthy Thanksgiving Swaps for a Healthier Holiday · 19 min · Season 1 Episode 26In today’s video, Dr. Micheal and his wife, Saralynn, sit down to share simple, practical swaps that can help your family enjoy a healthier Thanksgiving without sacrificing…
- #25 Beyond the Panel: Why Whole-Body Red Light Beds Transform Results · 23 min · Season 1 Episode 25In part two of their red light therapy discussion, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan compare handheld panels and partial treatments with the benefits of full-body red light…
- #24 The Light Within: How Red and Near-Infrared Light Energize Your Cells · 21 min · Season 1 Episode 24In this episode, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan explore the fascinating science behind red and near-infrared light therapy. They break down how specific wavelengths of…
- #23 Breaking the Stress Cycle: How Stress Disrupts Your Metabolism · 21 min · Season 1 Episode 23Stress isn’t just in your head—it reshapes your metabolism at every level. In this episode, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan dive into Hans Selye’s foundational research on…
- #22 When Science Meets Politics: Acetaminophen, Pregnancy & Public Health Debate · 31 min · Season 1 Episode 22Science, politics, and pregnancy — where do we draw the line? After the Trump / RFK press conference asserted a link between Tylenol use in pregnancy and neurodevelopmental…
- #21 Filling the Gaps: Solving Common Nutrient Deficiencies for Better Health · 35 min · Season 1 Episode 21In this episode of the Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan explore some of the most common nutrient deficiencies they see in practice—and why…
- #20 Endotoxin: The Hidden Threat Disrupting Your Gut, Hormones, and Metabolism · 21 min · Season 1 Episode 20Endotoxin — also known as LPS (lipopolysaccharide) — is a bacterial byproduct that can silently wreak havoc on your body. In this episode, we dive deep into what endotoxin is…
- #19 Gut Check: How Your Digestion Shapes Hormones, Mood, and Immunity · 14 min · Season 1 Episode 19Your gut does more than digest food — it’s a central player in your overall health. In this episode, we explore how poor gut function can impact everything from hormone balance…
- #18 Intermittent Fasting: Helpful Hack or Hidden Stressor? · 12 min · Season 1 Episode 18Intermittent fasting has exploded in popularity — but is it really the magic solution it’s made out to be? In this episode, we take a bioenergetic deep dive into fasting. We…
- #17 Fat Facts: The Truth About PUFAs, Cholesterol, and the Right Fats for Health · 19 minIn this episode, we dive deep into the world of dietary fat — breaking down the major misconceptions that have shaped our understanding for decades. We start by exposing the…
- #16 The Truth About Sugar: Fuel or Foe? · 19 min · Season 1 Episode 16In this episode, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan explore one of the most demonized foods in modern nutrition: sugar. Taking a bioenergetic approach, they challenge the…
- #15 Fueling the Body, Not Fighting It: A Pro-Metabolic Approach to Nutrition · 20 min · Season 1 Episode 15In this foundational episode of our nutrition series, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan introduce a refreshing, science-backed approach to food — one that prioritizes…
- #14 Numb, Burning, and Ignored: Rethinking Neuropathy from the Ground Up · 21 min · Season 1 Episode 14In this episode of Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan dive into the frustrating world of neuropathy—why the conventional treatments so often…
- #13 Your Brain on Sunlight – How Light Talks to the Hypothalamus · 14 minSunlight isn’t just about vitamin D — it’s information for your brain. In this episode, we explore how light acts as a powerful signal to the hypothalamus — the master control…
- #12 Balancing the Brain's CEO: The Hypothalamus Reset · 26 min · Season 1 Episode 12Your hypothalamus is the CEO of your brain — calling the shots for your sleep, stress response, hormones, metabolism, and more. But modern life often pulls this powerful system…
- #11 Beyond Proprioception: Brain-Based Chiropractic Care in Action · 22 min · Season 1 Episode 11In this episode of Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan go beyond traditional chiropractic by exploring the brain’s incredible ability to…
- #10 The Life of a Neuron: Fueling Brain Health Through Chiropractic · 18 min · Season 1 Episode 10In this episode of The Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan dive into the life of a neuron—how it functions, communicates, and adapts—and why…
