Brain Health, Mood & Neuroinflammation

Evidence-Based Insights into Neurological Dysfunction and Integrative Medicine Solutions

Brain health is influenced by a complex interplay between inflammation, neurotransmitter balance, mitochondrial function, oxidative stress, metabolic health, the gut-brain axis, and many other psychological and social factors.

My work in this area focuses on translating emerging research in neuroinflammation, cognitive function, mood regulation, stress physiology, and evidence-based nutraceutical therapies into clinically relevant educational content for practitioners, companies, and health media platforms.

This collection includes publications and educational content related to:

  • Neuroinflammation and oxidative stress

  • Mood disorders and stress physiology

  • ADHD, pediatric brain health, and nutritional deficiencies

  • Cognitive function and neuroprotective factors

  • Gut-brain and immune system interactions

  • Nutraceutical and botanical therapies for neurological health

Featured Articles, Publications & Media

Oxidative and Nitrosative Stress in Chronic Fatigue, Depression, and Cognitive Dysfunction, A4M Conference Presentation (2019)

Presentation exploring the role of oxidative stress, immune dysregulation, mitochondrial dysfunction, and neuroinflammation in chronic fatigue syndrome, depression, and cognitive impairment.

Mood Disorders and Insomnia, Naturopathic Doctor News & Review (2017)

Explores the bidirectional relationship between sleep disruption, mood disorders, neurotransmitter signaling, inflammation, and stress physiology as well as evidence-based integrative interventions. Read article now

How the Endocannabinoid System Modulates Stress, Holistic Primary Care (2018)

Examines the role of the endocannabinoid system in stress adaptation, mood regulation, inflammation, neurotransmitter signaling, and neurophysiological resilience. Read article now

Hydrogen as a Novel Neuroprotectant, Today’s Practitioner (2020)

Reviews emerging evidence surrounding molecular hydrogen as a potential neuroprotective agent with antioxidant, mitochondrial-supportive, and anti-inflammatory effects relevant to traumatic brain injury, stress regulation, and neurodegenerative and neuroinflammatory conditions. Read article now

Pregnenolone: An Unexpected Nootropic for Mental Health and Age-Related Cognitive Decline, Naturopathic Doctor News & Review (2021)

Pregnenolone is one of the less spoken about hormones. Being upstream to DHEA in the hormone cascade, we shouldn’t be surprised to know it also may have anti-aging and sexual health benefits. Pregnenolone also acts as a neurosteroid with it and its downstream products delivering neuroprotective benefits. Read article now

Evidence-Based Nutritional Interventions for Pediatric Brain Health, Townsend Letter (2020)

Reviews research surrounding nutritional deficiencies, neurotransmitter balance, inflammation, and integrative therapeutic strategies relevant to ADHD, cognition, and pediatric neurological health. Read article now

Integrative Perspectives on ADHD, Allergy Research Group Educational Video (2020)

Educational presentation discussing multifactorial contributors to ADHD, including nutrition, inflammation, neurotransmitter balance, sleep, and environmental influences. Watch now

Common Dietary Deficiencies in ADHD: A Look at the Research, Allergy Research Group Educational Video (2020)

Explores evidence linking nutrient deficiencies with attention, cognition, mood, and behavioral regulation, while reviewing nutritional approaches relevant to pediatric brain health. Watch now

Melatonin, Immune Function, and Inflammation, Today’s Practitioner (2020)

Examines melatonin’s broader neuroimmune and antioxidant effects, including interactions with inflammation, mitochondrial function, oxidative stress, and neurological resilience. Read article now

Related Areas of Expertise

Related topics across my broader body of work include:

These interconnected systems frequently overlap with neurological health and neuroinflammatory disease processes.

Consulting, Scientific Communications & Educational Collaborations

I collaborate with:

  • Supplement and nutraceutical companies

  • Functional and integrative medicine brands

  • Health publishers and media platforms

  • Educational organizations and practitioner networks

Services include:

  • Scientific and medical writing

  • Ingredient research and product development

  • Clinical literature analysis

  • Educational content development

  • White papers and practitioner education

Contact me to discuss consulting, writing, speaking, or collaborative opportunities.

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