In this episode, I speak with Dr. Ken Sharlin about how Parkinson's disease develops and why conventional medicine often falls short. We explore the role of lifestyle, nutrition, environmental factors, and mitochondrial health in brain function. He shares how a functional medicine approach helps uncover root causes and empowers patients to take control of their health journey.

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Kenneth Sharlin, MD, MPH, IFMCP, is a board-certified neurologist, consultant, functional medicine practitioner, Assistant Clinical Professor, researcher, author, and speaker. His medical degrees are from Emory University, the University of Virginia, and Vanderbilt University. His functional medicine certification is through The Institute for Functional Medicine. He is the author of the #1 best-seller, The Healthy Brain Toolbox: Neurologist-Proven Strategies to Improve Memory Loss and Protect Your Aging Brain, and co-author of Neurishment: The Brain Tune Up Food Guide. Dr. Sharlin is also a major contributor to Reversal of Cognitive Decline: 100 Patients, which can be found in the peer-reviewed Journal of Alzheimer's & Parkinsonism, and he has been the primary investigator in several pharma-sponsored clinical trials that have helped bring new therapeutics to market. Dr. Sharlin practices general neurology and directs his functional medicine program, Brain Tune Up!, in Ozark, MO.

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In this episode of The Eye-Q Podcast, I speak with Marc Grossman, OD, about how Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture can support eye health. We explore how the eyes connect to the rest of the body, why root-cause thinking matters, and how acupuncture, herbs, acupressure, and simple home practices may complement conventional care for conditions like dry eye, glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.

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Marc Grossman, OD, is a holistic optometrist, licensed acupuncturist, and educator with more than 40 years of experience integrating Western eye care with Traditional Chinese Medicine. He is a pioneer in using acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, and other natural therapies to support vision health, and he has co-authored books including Natural Eye Care: A Comprehensive Manual for Practitioners of Oriental Medicine.

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In this episode of The Eye-Q Podcast, I speak with Dr. Ashish Markan about the urgent warning signs behind floaters, flashes, retinal tears, and retinal detachment. We break down what's normal, what's dangerous, why timing matters, and how treatments like laser repair, gas bubbles, and vitrectomy can preserve vision. This is a must-listen for anyone who's ever wondered whether their symptoms are a true retinal emergency.

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Dr. Ashish Markan is an assistant professor at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi and a retina specialist who manages vision-threatening emergencies every day. He is known for his educational work, his clear patient communication, and his commitment to helping people recognize and respond quickly to sight-saving warning signs. Through his clinical practice and online presence, he empowers patients with accessible, trustworthy knowledge about retinal health.

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