Change Your Brain Every Day

Dr Daniel & Tana Amen

  • 38 minutes 6 seconds
    Pregnancy Cravings vs. Blood Sugar: The Science No One Talks About with Jessie Inchauspé
    In this episode, we sit down with biochemist and bestselling author Jessie Inchauspé to explore a question that affects millions of families: how does what you eat during pregnancy shape your baby's health? Jessie explains the science of blood sugar during pregnancy, why glucose spikes matter more than most people realize, and how everyday diet choices can influence everything from maternal energy levels to a baby's long-term metabolic health. We also discuss common nutrition myths, pregnancy cravings, gestational glucose regulation, and simple strategies to keep blood sugar stable. This conversation breaks down the latest research in a practical, empowering way—so expecting mothers (and anyone planning for pregnancy) can better understand the powerful connection between diet, metabolism, and early development. If you've ever wondered how nutrition during pregnancy affects the next generation, this episode offers a science-backed look at what really matters. Jessie's new book 9 Months That Count Forever: How Your Pregnancy Diet Shapes Your Baby's Future: https://www.amazon.com/Months-That-Count-Forever-Pregnancy/dp/1668219123 Thanks to our sponsors Amen Clinics: https://www.amenclinics.com BrainMD: https://brainmd.com Amen University: https://www.amenuniversity.com Change Your Brain Foundation: https://www.changeyourbrain.org Love & Logic: https://www.loveandlogic.com Follow Daniel Instagram: http://instagram.com/doc_amen TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@docamen Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drdanielamen Follow Tana Instagram: http://instagram.com/tanaamen TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@tanaamen 📘 Get Dr. Daniel Amen's new book, "Change Your Brain, Change Your Pain" https://www.amazon.com/Change-Your-Brain-Pain-Emotional/dp/0063426706 📗Get Tana Amen's book, "The Relentless Courage of a Scared Child" https://www.amazon.com/dp/1400220769/?bestFormat=true&k=the%20relentless%20courage%20of%20a%20scared%20child&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_de_k0_1_18&crid=17LHPEFGKIT1S&sprefix=the%20relentless%20cou
    16 March 2026, 1:00 pm
  • 14 minutes 47 seconds
    Trapped in 'Worst Case Scenario': Lysa TerKeurst on Healing Emotional Trauma & Reclaiming Her Purpose
    What happens when your mind constantly prepares for the worst—even when life looks fine on the outside? In this powerful conversation, Lysa TerKeurst opens up about living in a constant "worst case scenario" mindset, navigating deep emotional trauma, and finding clarity in the middle of heartbreak. With raw honesty, she shares how fear, betrayal, and unresolved pain can quietly shape our identity—and how healing begins by telling the truth about what we've been carrying. We explore: The hidden toll of chronic emotional stress
    1. How trauma rewires your thoughts and reactions
    2. Letting go of survival mode
    3. Rediscovering purpose after disappointment
    4. Practical steps toward emotional and spiritual healing
    This episode is for anyone who feels stuck in overthinking, bracing for impact, or wondering if peace is truly possible. Lysa's story is proof that even in your hardest chapters, purpose is still being written.
    13 March 2026, 1:00 pm
  • 52 minutes 53 seconds
    "Everything You Know About Back Pain Is Wrong" – Dr. Jared Ament
    Back pain is now one of the most common health problems in the modern world — but most people are treating it completely wrong. In this episode, Dr. Jared Ament breaks down what's really happening inside your spine, why so many people end up with chronic pain, and the everyday habits that are quietly damaging your back. From herniated discs and sciatica to posture, workouts, and when surgery is actually necessary, this conversation separates myths from medical reality. You'll learn:
    1. The biggest mistake people make when back pain starts
    2. When pain is a warning sign — and when it isn't
    3. How to protect your spine as you age
    4. Practical strategies to stay pain-free and active long term
    Whether you're an athlete, a desk worker, or someone tired of living with chronic discomfort, this episode gives you a clear roadmap to better spine health. Your back affects everything — movement, energy, sleep, even longevity. It's time to understand it.

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    📘 Get Dr. Daniel Amen's new book, "Change Your Brain, Change Your Pain" https://www.amazon.com/Change-Your-Brain-Pain-Emotional/dp/0063426706

    📗 Get Tana Amen's book, "The Relentless Courage of a Scared Child" https://www.amazon.com/dp/1400220769/?bestFormat=true&k=the%20relentless%20courage%20of%20a%20scared%20child&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_de_k0_1_18&crid=17LHPEFGKIT1S&sprefix=the%20relentless%20cou

    9 March 2026, 1:37 pm
  • 35 minutes 45 seconds
    The Amen's Top Secrets to Staying Energized

    In this week's mini-episode, Dr. Amen & Tana discuss their top ways to stay energized. Feeling mentally drained, foggy, or unfocused? In this episode, we explore what it truly means to stay energized by supporting your brain health from the inside out. Your brain controls everything—from focus and memory to mood and motivation—so keeping it healthy is the key to sustained energy throughout your day. We break down the science behind mental fatigue and share practical, research-backed strategies to boost cognitive performance naturally. You'll learn how sleep quality, nutrition, movement, stress management, and daily habits directly impact brain function and long-term vitality. Tune in to discover how small daily choices can lead to clearer thinking, better focus, improved mood—and lasting energy.

    6 March 2026, 2:00 pm
  • 1 hour 15 minutes
    Rewire Anxiety in Minutes? The Hypnosis Breakthrough with Dr. David Spiegel
    Can anxiety really be dialed down in minutes? In this eye-opening conversation, we sit down with Dr. David Spiegel, Stanford psychiatrist and one of the world's leading experts on clinical hypnosis, to uncover how hypnosis is being used to rapidly reduce anxiety, reframe fear, and retrain the brain. Dr. Spiegel breaks down the neuroscience behind hypnosis—what it is, what it isn't, and why it works. You'll learn how focused attention can quiet the brain's stress circuits, how hypnotic techniques differ from meditation, and why anxiety may be more flexible than you think. We also explore:
    1. The biggest myths about hypnosis
    2. How anxiety patterns get wired into the brain 3. Simple techniques you can start using immediately 4. Who benefits most from clinical hypnosis If you've tried everything to calm your mind—or you're curious about science-backed tools for emotional resilience—this episode might change how you think about anxiety forever.

    Use the code CHANGEYOURBRAIN20 at reveri.com for 20% off a yearly subscription.

    2 March 2026, 4:19 pm
  • 2 minutes 45 seconds
    This Risk Factor is The #1 Brain Imaging Predictor of Alzheimer's Disease

    In this week's mini episode, Dr. Daniel Amen discusses low blood and how critical it is to the health of your brain. Low blood flow is the #1 predictor of Alzheimer's disease. Maintaining a healthy blood flow to your blood vessels are critical to keeping your brain young.

    27 February 2026, 2:00 pm
  • 18 minutes
    The Trauma Therapy No One Talks About: EMDR Therapy

    In this week's mini episode, Dr. Amen discusses the trauma therapy no one talks about: EMDR therapy.

    24 February 2026, 4:09 pm
  • 33 minutes 51 seconds
    How To Move on From People & Things That Aren't Working

    In this week's mini episode, Dr. Amen shares practical strategies for letting go of people and situations that no longer serve you and how to move forward with clarity and confidence.

    23 February 2026, 2:00 pm
  • 7 minutes 33 seconds
    This Is How To Determine If You Have ADHD

    How do you know if you have ADHD? It's a question many people would love an answer to, but don't know where to ask. In this clip, taken from Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen's television special "Healing ADD", the Amens discuss the telltale symptoms of one who suffers from ADHD.

    16 February 2026, 2:00 pm
  • 8 minutes 9 seconds
    Dr. Daniel Amen's Simple Tip to Change the Dynamic in any Relationship
    13 February 2026, 5:16 pm
  • 35 minutes 48 seconds
    When Faith Meets Grief: Losing His Son, Finding Hope with Dr. Lee Warren

    In this week's episode, Dr. Daniel Amen & Tana are joined by Dr. Lee Warren. Dr. Lee Warren is a neurosurgeon, podcaster and author of multiple books, including his latest, "I've Seen the End of You". In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Lee Warren shares the story of losing his son and the moment his world was forever changed. With honesty and humility, he reflects on grief, faith, and what it takes to keep breathing, believing, and loving after unimaginable loss.

    9 February 2026, 3:16 pm
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