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Can Long COVID Damage Your Vision? Understanding BVD & Brain Rehabilitation with Dr. Trevor Smith Oct 27, 2026

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Can long COVID, Epstein-Barr, and chronic inflammation affect the way your brain processes vision?

In this episode of the Gutsy Health Podcast, Dr. Trevor Smith of NUsight Vision Therapy Clinic explains binocular vision dysfunction (BVD), its connection to neurological symptoms, and how vision therapy may help with dizziness, light sensitivity, anxiety, and visual overwhelm.

Discover how the brain and eyes work together, what happens when visual processing is disrupted, and how targeted rehabilitation may support recovery and nervous system resilience.

Timestamps

00:00 – The host's journey with long COVID and vision problems
04:00 – Meet Dr. Trevor Smith and neuro-optometry
08:00 – How concussions, infections, and inflammation affect vision
12:00 – How vision therapy retrains the brain
14:00 – Loss of smell after COVID and neurological inflammation
16:00 – What is binocular vision dysfunction (BVD)?
20:00 – Vision problems, anxiety, and nervous system regulation
22:00 – A simple test for binocular vision dysfunction
24:00 – Why the brain becomes overwhelmed by visual information
28:00 – Understanding light sensitivity
30:00 – Optometric phototherapy and colored lenses
32:00 – How binocular vision dysfunction is diagnosed
36:00 – Eye movement and peripheral vision testing
39:00 – The host's experience with vision therapy
41:00 – Treatment outcomes and managing neurological symptoms
44:00 – Building brain resilience through rehabilitation
48:00 – Finding hope in long COVID recovery
52:00 – Why personalized, multidisciplinary treatment matters
54:00 – How to connect with Dr. Trevor Smith

Resources Mentioned

NUsight Vision Therapy Clinic – https://www.newsightvt.com/

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Can You Fix Sleep Apnea Without a CPAP? With Dr. Jeff Buxton Oct 20, 2026

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Could sleep apnea be the hidden reason behind your fatigue, brain fog, high blood pressure, or poor sleep?

In this episode of the Gutsy Health Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Jeff Buxton, an airway-focused dentist, to explore the connection between oral health, breathing, and overall wellness. Discover how sleep apnea affects your body, why CPAP isn't the only treatment option for some patients, and how airway-focused dental treatments may help improve sleep quality.

Learn how to recognize the warning signs, understand your treatment options, and take the first step toward better sleep.

Timestamps

00:00 – Why quality sleep is essential for your health
01:00 – Introduction to Dr. Jeff Buxton and adult sleep apnea
05:00 – Managing sleep apnea vs. addressing its root causes
10:00 – Hidden symptoms of sleep apnea
13:00 – How poor sleep affects your heart, hormones, and metabolism
16:00 – Deep sleep, brain health, and dementia
24:00 – The connection between sleep apnea and ADHD-like symptoms
27:00 – What actually causes airway obstruction?
34:00 – Can adults fix sleep apnea without CPAP?
35:00 – Sleep testing and airway evaluation
39:00 – Palatal expansion and treatment options for adults
42:00 – What to expect during airway expansion treatment
48:00 – How expanders and aligners work together
52:00 – Myofunctional therapy and tongue function
54:00 – Sleep apnea treatment results and patient improvements
59:00 – Complimentary sleep studies and consultation options
01:01:00 – How to contact Dr. Buxton
01:03:00 – Final advice for better sleep and breathing

Links & Resources Mentioned

Dr. Jeff Buxton

Website: https://drjeffbuxton.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjeffbuxton/

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Why Your Child’s Snoring and Teeth Grinding Shouldn’t Be Ignored with Dr. Kalli Hale Oct 13, 2026

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Could your child's snoring, teeth grinding, or mouth breathing be signs of an underlying airway issue?

In this episode of the Gutsy Health Podcast, Juanique sits down with Dr. Kalli Hale, airway dentist and co-founder of Tooth Pillow, to explore the connection between jaw development, breathing, sleep, and children's health.

They discuss overlooked warning signs, the importance of early airway assessments, and how treatment options like guided growth appliances, myofunctional therapy, and jaw expanders may help support healthy development.

Timestamps

00:00 – Why nasal breathing matters for lifelong health
01:00 – Juanique's personal journey with her children's health
03:00 – Dr. Kalli Hale's journey into airway dentistry
06:00 – Why airway health is often overlooked in dentistry
11:00 – How jaw development affects breathing and sleep
13:00 – Early warning signs parents should watch for
15:00 – ADHD, behavior, and sleep-disordered breathing
18:00 – Chronic ear infections, tongue ties, and airway health
20:00 – How Tooth Pillow works
25:00 – Braces vs. jaw expansion: What parents should know
35:00 – Choosing the right treatment for crowded teeth and underbites
39:00 – Virtual treatment, monitoring, and myofunctional therapy
42:00 – How to get your child assessed
44:00 – Final advice for parents

Links & Resources Mentioned

Tooth Pillow: https://toothpillow.com
Tooth Pillow: https://www.instagram.com/toothpillow_official/
Dr. Kalli Hale: https://www.instagram.com/theairwaycentereddentist/
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Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized medical or dental advice.

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The Hidden Causes of Chronic Symptoms: Autoimmunity, CIRS & What Your Labs Reveal Oct 06, 2026

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What if your chronic fatigue, brain fog, pain, or digestive issues aren’t coming from just one problem?

In this episode, Dr. Stadler returns to explore autoimmunity, chronic inflammation, CIRS, thyroid dysfunction, and the hidden patterns that can show up in your bloodwork. We discuss why symptoms can come and go in flares, how hormones and pregnancy can influence the immune system, and why addressing the root causes of leaky gut and food sensitivities may require looking beyond supplements.

Timestamps

00:00 – Why chronic illness can be complex
02:00 – Why are so many people sick?
04:00 – Common autoimmune triggers
06:00 – CIRS vs. autoimmunity
08:00 – When it may not be mold
13:00 – Chronic symptoms to watch for
18:00 – Hormones and the immune system
21:00 – Pregnancy and autoimmunity
25:00 – Understanding autoimmune flares
27:00 – Postpartum thyroid dysfunction
30:00 – Why one-size-fits-all protocols fall short
34:00 – What blood tests can reveal
37:00 – What to screen for
38:00 – What AM cortisol can tell you
41:00 – Albumin, globulin & bloodwork patterns
45:00 – Leaky gut and thyroid function
49:00 – Why food sensitivities develop
51:00 – Can overtraining affect the gut?
53:00 – Gluten, molecular mimicry & autoimmunity
55:00 – The Immuno 88 food sensitivity test
57:00 – Are food sensitivity tests accurate?
59:00 – Working with Dr. Stadler
01:01:00 – Closing thoughts

Resources & Links Mentioned

Red River Orem / Dr. Stadler
Phone: 801-691-1765

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Gutsy Health Website / Gutsy Academy: My Gutsy Health — the episode discusses the Gutsy Academy and its future membership format. The official site currently houses Gutsy Health resources.
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Long COVID and the Brain: Can Neurological Damage Be Reversed? Sep 29, 2026

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In this episode of the Gutsy Health Podcast, Dr. Oliver of The Neuro Clinic joins the conversation to explore long COVID, neuroinflammation, and the neurological symptoms that can linger long after an infection. They discuss brain rehabilitation, neuroplasticity, dysautonomia, and therapies such as hyperbaric oxygen, laser therapy, Alpha-Stim, RPSS, and simple neurological exercises, plus why reducing inflammation and finding the right treatment at the right time may be key to recovery.

Timestamps

00:00 – What is Long COVID?
01:00 – The host’s neurological health journey
05:00 – Meet Dr. Oliver & functional neurology
07:00 – What Long COVID does to the body
10:00 – Neurological & emotional symptoms
15:00 – COVID vaccines & neurological health
21:00 – Long COVID & Epstein-Barr
24:00 – Inflammation vs. neurological damage
27:00 – Testing neurological function
29:00 – Neuroplasticity & brain rehabilitation
31:00 – Long COVID and concussion-like symptoms
35:00 – Tools used for neurological rehabilitation
36:00 – Alpha-Stim, anxiety, PTSD & pain
39:00 – Managing neurological flare-ups
42:00 – Diet, nutrition & stress management
43:00 – Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
45:00 – Laser therapy & mitochondrial function
47:00 – Trigeminal & vagus nerve stimulation
51:00 – Eye exercises for brain rehabilitation
54:00 – Light sensitivity & neurological function
57:00 – Hope during neurological recovery
59:00 – Should inflammation be treated before rehab?
1:01:00 – Why a “failed” therapy can be a data point
1:04:00 – Learning from chronic illness
1:06:00 – The right treatment at the right time
1:07:00 – How to connect with Dr. Oliver

Links Mentioned

The Neuro Clinic – Lehi, Utah
theneuroclinic.org

Instagram: @neurocliniclehi
Phone: 801-682-3522

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Gutsy Health Website / Gutsy Academy: My Gutsy Health — the episode discusses the Gutsy Academy and its future membership format. The official site currently houses Gutsy Health resources.
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How Your Mouth Could Be Keeping You Sick: Root Canals, Cavitations & Airway Health with Dr Michelle Jorgensen Sep 22, 2026

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Dr. Michelle Jorgensen joins the Gutsy Health Podcast to discuss the potential connection between oral health and chronic health issues. The conversation covers root canals, cavitations, gum disease, mercury exposure, fungal issues in the mouth, and the importance of CBCT scans. They also explore airway health, sleep apnea, oxygen supply, sleep quality, and their possible relationship with symptoms such as poor concentration and ADHD-like symptoms. Dr. Michelle closes by introducing the Living Well Project, a research initiative focused on using the mouth as a window into overall health.

Timestamps

00:01 — Why oral health may be an overlooked part of chronic illness
01:26 — Juanique’s chronic illness and recovery story
06:36 — Dr. Michelle’s mercury poisoning story
09:59 — How her experience changed her approach to dentistry
13:04 — The “overflowing bathtub” analogy for chronic illness
14:53 — Multiple root causes and the mouth’s role in health
17:10 — Root canals and the tooth–body connection
20:00 — Juanique’s experience with a root canal and neurological symptoms
21:46 — What cavitations are and how they develop
25:56 — CIRS, mold exposure, and hidden oral infections
27:48 — Fungus, antibiotics, mouthwash, and the oral microbiome
30:16 — Geographic tongue and tongue scraping
32:41 — Oral health as a potential missing piece in chronic illness
35:08 — Health conditions Dr. Michelle associates with oral infections
37:24 — CBCT scans and what to look for
39:18 — How to find and vet a biological dentist
40:22 — Airway health, ADHD, sleep apnea, and myofascial issues
41:54 — The “mouth as a garage” airway analogy
45:42 — Deep sleep, memory, healing, and oxygen
46:38 — Airway treatment options for children and adults
50:20 — Poor sleep, oxygen deprivation, and nervous system symptoms
52:02 — Breathing problems that may resemble ADHD symptoms
53:40 — Oral infections and airway health as foundational considerations
54:50 — The Living Well Project and upcoming research
57:01 — Where to find Dr. Michelle and her educational content

Links & Resources Mentioned

Living Well with Dr. Michelle: livingwellwithdrmichelle.com — includes a dentist directory.
IAOMT: IAOMT.org
IABDM: IABDM.org
Living Well with Dr. Michelle — Instagram and YouTube

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Gutsy Health Website / Gutsy Academy: My Gutsy Health — the episode discusses the Gutsy Academy and its future membership format. The official site currently houses Gutsy Health resources.
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Could Your Teeth Be Affecting Your Health? The Dental Connection to Chronic Illness Sep 15, 2026

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In this episode of the Gutsy Health Podcast, Juanique welcomes Dr. Chase Faldmo of Healing Playbook to discuss the connection between dental health, nervous system function, chronic inflammation, and the body’s ability to heal.

After sharing her personal healing journey with chronic illness and CIRS, Juanique explores the insights that helped her better understand her body’s recovery process. Together with Dr. Faldmo, they discuss topics including dental infections, nerve rehabilitation, nervous system health, and the importance of addressing deeper factors that may influence healing.

Timestamps

00:00 – Stagnation, inflammation, and healing
01:00 – Juanique’s healing journey and return to the podcast
04:00 – Introducing Dr. Chase Faldmo
09:00 – Dr. Chase Faldmo’s personal health journey
12:00 – Oral health, dental infections, and healing
19:00 – Heart rate variability and measuring body signals
24:00 – Braces, retainers, and nervous system health
34:00 – Chronic illness, CIRS, and finding deeper causes
40:00 – Nerve damage and rehabilitation
44:00 – Rehabilitating the nervous system
49:00 – The timeline of nerve healing
54:00 – Where to find Dr. Chase Faldmo

Links Mentioned

🔗 Healing Playbook
https://healingplaybook.com/

🔗 Instagram: @HealingPlaybook

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Gutsy Health Website / Gutsy Academy: My Gutsy Health — the episode discusses the Gutsy Academy and its future membership format. The official site currently houses Gutsy Health resources.
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Gutsy Health Podcast Instagram: @gutsyhealthpodcast
Juanique’s Instagram: @gutsy_mom
Gina Worful’s Instagram: @gina.worful

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CIRS, MCAS & Autoimmunity: What’s Really Driving Your Symptoms? Sep 08, 2026

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What happens when you’ve been diagnosed with CIRS, followed the protocol, and still don’t feel better?

In this episode of the Gutsy Health Podcast, Dr. Stadler of Red River Orem joins the conversation to explore why chronic illness rarely fits neatly into a single diagnosis. They unpack the overlap between CIRS, autoimmunity, MCAS, food sensitivities, blood sugar dysregulation, cortisol, anemia, and neurological symptoms and why comprehensive testing can be critical for understanding what is actually driving a patient’s symptoms.

They also discuss the importance of treating chronic illness in the right biochemical order, identifying underlying immune triggers, and helping patients understand their own bodies instead of becoming permanently dependent on a practitioner.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – When Your Tests Say “Nothing Is Wrong”
01:00 – Meet Dr. Stadler of Red River Orem
03:00 – Why CIRS Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All
05:00 – Dr. Stadler’s Functional Medicine Background
08:00 – Bridging Conventional and Functional Medicine
09:00 – The Problem With Self-Diagnosing CIRS
11:00 – CIRS vs. Neurological Damage
13:00 – Why Chronic Illness Symptoms Overlap
15:00 – Why Deeper Testing Matters
16:00 – Autoimmunity Mistaken for CIRS
17:00 – C4a, MMP-9 and Other CIRS Markers
19:00 – Low MSH and Genetic Susceptibility
20:00 – Where to Start With CIRS, Autoimmunity and MCAS
21:00 – Stop Guessing and Start Testing
22:00 – Treating Chronic Illness in Biochemical Order
23:00 – The Role of Anemia and Iron
25:00 – Finding the Triggers Behind Immune Dysregulation
26:00 – Blood Sugar, Cortisol, Vitamin D and Anemia
28:00 – MCAS, Histamine and Food Sensitivities
30:00 – When You Seem to React to Everything
32:00 – What Can Drive Gut Permeability
34:00 – Should You Eliminate Every Reactive Food?
35:00 – IgG Food Sensitivity Testing
36:00 – Dr. Stadler’s Preferred Testing Lab
38:00 – How Chronic Stress Affects Immune Function
40:00 – The Blood Sugar–Cortisol Connection
41:00 – Hypoglycemia, Adrenaline and Anxiety
42:00 – Why Blood Sugar Dips Can Worsen Neurological Symptoms
43:00 – What Your Neurons Need to Function
45:00 – CIRS and Neurological Symptoms
47:00 – Treating the Individual, Not Just the Diagnosis
48:00 – MCAS vs. Histamine Dysregulation
49:00 – Food Allergies vs. Food Sensitivities
51:00 – Identifying and Addressing Immune Triggers
52:00 – Teaching Patients to Manage Their Own Health
53:00 – Why Are More People Chronically Sick?
54:00 – Stress and Endocrine Disruptors
55:00 – Sedentary Lifestyles and Immune Health
56:00 – The Rise of Autoimmunity
57:00 – Has Chronic Stress Become Our Normal?
59:00 – Rebuilding the Body’s Adaptability to Stress
1:00:00 – Managing the Stressors You Can Control
1:01:00 – How to Work With Dr. Stadler

RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED

Red River Orem
For consultations with Dr. Stadler and the Red River Orem team.

Phone: 801-691-1765

ImmunoLabs
Mentioned by Dr. Stadler as a laboratory he has used for IgG food sensitivity testing.

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Why Juanique Walked Away to Heal and Why She’s Back Sep 01, 2026

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After a year away, Juanique returns to the Gutsy Health Podcast with a deeply personal update on what made her step back from her business, the podcast, and the constant pressure to keep going. She shares why selling Provo Health became part of her own healing, what she learned from slowing down, and why she ultimately decided there are still conversations worth having. Plus, she gives an update on the clinic’s transition to Red River Orem, its evolving approach to CIRS, and what listeners can expect in this new season.

Timestamps

00:00 — Your Body Can Heal
01:00 — Welcome Back to Gutsy Health
02:00 — Why the Old Me Is Gone
03:00 — Living Out of Alignment
05:00 — The Breaking Point
06:00 — Selling Provo Health
08:00 — Choosing Rest and Healing
10:00 — What Still Lights Me Up?
12:00 — Why the Podcast Is Staying
14:00 — Stepping Away From the Algorithm
15:00 — Protecting My Time and Energy
16:00 — The Future of Gutsy Academy
17:00 — Parenting and Body Doubling
18:00 — Having Capacity to Support Others
20:00 — What’s Next for the Podcast
23:00 — CIRS and Autoimmune Overlap
24:00 — Looking Beyond Mold
25:00 — Treating the Whole Health Picture
26:00 — What My Illness Taught Me
28:00 — When Healing Feels Impossible
29:00 — Understanding the Order of Healing
30:00 — Keep Going
31:00 — These Days Aren’t Forever
32:00 — A New Season Begins

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Gutsy Health Website / Gutsy Academy: My Gutsy Health — the episode discusses the Gutsy Academy and its future membership format. The official site currently houses Gutsy Health resources.
Gutsy Health Podcast: Gutsy Health Podcast
Gutsy Health Podcast Instagram: @gutsyhealthpodcast
Juanique’s Instagram: @gutsy_mom
Gina Worful’s Instagram: @gina.worful

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Why You Feel Sick at Home: CIRS, Mold vs. Actinomycetes & Endotoxins (with Mike Fisher) Sep 11, 2025

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Feeling worse at home? It might not be “just mold.” In this episode, Juanique talks with Mike Fisher (Vital Home Solutions—aka the mold dog guy) about the REAL environmental drivers of CIRS and chronic symptoms. We break down why actinomycetes and endotoxins often outweigh mold, how to lower your total toxin load without wasting money, and exactly what to clean first for the biggest impact.

What you’ll learn

Why CIRS isn’t only about mold (think actinomycetes & endotoxin producers)
The “low-hanging fruit” that moves the needle fast: toilet tanks, window tracks, bathroom overflows, dusty HVAC rooms
Safe, simple chemistry for sensitives: soap + water for mold removal; hypochlorous acid or alcohol for bacteria
How to use negative pressure (shop-vac exhausting outdoors) so you don’t re-aerosolize dust
Practical tips for mattresses, pets, sheets, drains, and daily maintenance
Why calming the nervous system matters as much as cleaning

Key Takeaways & Timestamps

12:50 – It’s not just mold: ~7% mold, 42% actinomycetes, 28% endotoxin producers, ~23% other toxins.
27:40 – Fix what hits you daily: start with toilet tanks, window tracks, bathroom overflows, HVAC dust.
31:58 – Method matters: mold = remove with soap + water; bacteria = hypochlorous acid/alcohol; avoid “paint-over” shortcuts.
38:50 – HVAC hygiene: keep the furnace room dust-free; vent your vac outside for negative pressure.
46:46 – Fear vs. intuition: you don’t need sterile—just lower the load so your body can heal.

Resources & Links

CIRS Self-Assessment Quiz: provohealth.com/cirs-quiz
Vital Home Solutions (Mike Fisher): vitalutah.com | IG: @thevitalhomesolutions & @chapmolddetectiondog | 801-657-3969
Daily surface support: search for hypochlorous acid (250–300 ppm options)
Skin support mentioned: Defense Soap

Disclaimer: Educational only; not medical advice. Consult qualified clinicians and CIRS-literate assessors/remediators for your situation.

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