The Paleo Solution - Episode 388 - Cavin Balaster - Severe TBI Recovery

The Paleo Solution - Episode 388 - Cavin Balaster - Severe TBI Recovery

Author: Robb Wolf March 27, 2018 Duration: 51:13

This week on Episode 388 of the podcast we have Cavin Balaster, author of the new book How to Feed a Brain. Cavin survived a two story fall, was comatose for 12 days, suffered from a diffuse axonal injury (DAI) and had less than a 10% chance of recovery. Cavin has a very interesting experience of recovery from a severe traumatic brain injury, and has done a great job of digging into info to help his recovery, and is a very inspiring person with a great outlook. Listen in as we chat about TBI's, recovery, and more.

Show Notes:

00:00 – Summary/Pre-Intro
3:15 – Intro and Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
5:50 – Cavin's background and brain injury
8:30 – Nutrition sparking Cavin's study
10:58 – Greatest challenges Cavin faced along the way
15:09 – Cavin's nutrition
17:50 – Increasing Brain Derived Neurotropic Factor (BDNF)
20:12 – Journaling
21:49 – Supplements
25:47 – Fasting
30:32 – Pfizer stopping hunt for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's drugs
39:46 – Cavin's advice for TBI
45:43 – Where to find Cavin

Article: Pfizer ends research for new Alzheimer's, Parkinson's drugs

Websites:
feedabrain.com
Preview of interview series: feedabrain.com/preview

adventuresinbraininjury.com
adventures in brain injury podcast

 

Book: How to Feed a Brain


For years, Robb Wolf-The Paleo Solution Podcast has served as a grounded, science-based conversation about what it really means to be healthy. Robb Wolf, a leading voice in the ancestral health movement, uses this platform to explore the interconnected worlds of paleo diet principles, practical nutrition, sustainable fitness, and holistic health. The discussions move far beyond simple food lists, delving into how our modern lifestyle clashes with our evolutionary biology and what we can do about it. You’ll hear detailed explorations of metabolic flexibility, the nuances of body recomposition, and the foundations of resilient aging. Episodes often tackle circadian biology, gut health, and the practical applications of low-carb, keto, and paleo dietary frameworks, all with an eye on making the information actionable. This podcast is for anyone tired of quick fixes and seeking a deeper, evidence-informed understanding of their own well-being. While this show remains a rich archive of foundational knowledge, note that for ongoing weekly Q&A on diet and health topics, Robb now hosts 'The Healthy Rebellion Radio'. The Paleo Solution continues as an essential resource for building a robust, lasting understanding of health fundamentals.
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