The Appalachian Wellness Connection
Holistic Health from the Heart of East Tennessee
Welcome to Appalachian Wellness Connection, where Dr. Michael 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.
The Appalachian Wellness Connection
#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, brain fog, and a wide range of modern health issues.
We explore the types of toxins that most people are exposed to daily—heavy metals, mold, pesticides, plastics, industrial chemicals, and more—and explain how they interfere with mitochondrial function, oxygen utilization, and energy production at the cellular level. You’ll learn why even “mild” toxic burdens can accumulate over time and how symptoms that seem unrelated often trace back to compromised mitochondria.
Most importantly, we talk about what you can do to protect and restore mitochondrial health, including key lifestyle changes, drainage support, and safe, effective detox strategies we use in our clinic.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still feel worn down, this episode might be the missing piece.