The Appalachian Wellness Connection
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
16 episodes
#16 The Truth About Sugar: Fuel or Foe?
In 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 fear-based narratives around sugar and explain how it can actually sup...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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19:17
#15 Fueling the Body, Not Fighting It: A Pro-Metabolic Approach to Nutrition
In 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 nourishment over restriction and energy over fear. They explore how the r...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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20:17
#14 Numb, Burning, and Ignored: Rethinking Neuropathy from the Ground Up
In 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 fall short, and what’s really going on beneath the surface...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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20:35
#13 Your Brain on Sunlight – How Light Talks to the Hypothalamus
Sunlight 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 center for your hormones, sleep, mood, metabolis...
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14:05
#12 Balancing the Brain's CEO: The Hypothalamus Reset
Your 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 out of sync with how it’s designed to function.
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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25:50
#11 Beyond Proprioception: Brain-Based Chiropractic Care in Action
In 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 change—neuroplasticity—and how adjustments can be used...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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21:52
#10 The Life of a Neuron: Fueling Brain Health Through Chiropractic
In 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 this matters so much for your health. You’ll explore the th...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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17:31
#9 Why Proprioception Matters—and How Chiropractic Reboots Your Brain
You’ve heard of sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch—but what about the sixth sense that’s always running in the background?In this episode of The Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan dive deep...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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14:02
#8 Detox Done Right: Preparing the Body, Powering the Mitochondria, and Clearing the Path
In this episode of Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan unpack what real detoxification looks like—and why jumping straight into heavy detox protocols without proper preparation can do more harm than g...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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22:42
#7 From Toxins to Tired: How Mitochondria Get Hijacked & What You Can Do About It
In this eye-opening episode of Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan dig into the hidden connection between toxin exposure and mitochondrial dysfunction—a root cause behind chronic fatigue...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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31:01
#6 Mitochondria 101: The Engines of Energy and Healing
In this foundational episode of Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan take you back to biology class with a deep dive into one of the most important (and misunderstood) parts of your body: the mitoch...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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36:41
#5 Breaking Through Pain: How Shockwave Therapy Accelerates Healing
In this episode of Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan explore one of the most exciting regenerative tools in their clinical toolbox: Piezowave shockwave therapy. This innovative, non-invasive ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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28:17
#4 Healing with Light: The Power of Low-Level Laser Therapy
In this episode of Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan shed light—literally—on one of the most cutting-edge yet underutilized tools in holistic healthcare: low-level laser therapy (LLLT).
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32:40
#3 Rethinking Functional Medicine: Addressing the Real Issues
In this episode of Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan break down the principles of functional medicine and how it differs from conventional approaches to healthcare. Instead of chasing symptom...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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39:34
#2 Relieving the Pressure: A Deep Dive into Spinal Decompression
In this episode of Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan unpack one of the most effective, non-invasive tools for addressing disc issues, chronic back pain, and nerve compression: spinal decompression t...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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35:47
#1 Why Chiropractic Care Matters: Restoring Function, Not Just Cracking Backs
In this kickoff episode of Appalachian Wellness Connection, Dr. Kevin Britt and Dr. Micheal Bryan take a deep dive into the roots of chiropractic care—exploring where it started, how it’s evolved, and why it remains such a powerful too...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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46:24