The Dr. Ashley Show

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155. The Hidden Connection Between Vision, Your Brain, and Weight

June 30, 2026

I’m joined by developmental optometrist Dr. Bryce Appelbaum to uncover why your vision is about far more than seeing clearly, and how hidden vision problems may contribute to headaches, dizziness, ADHD symptoms, poor focus, anxiety, motion sickness, and even chronic fatigue. Learn how vision training, neuroplasticity, and simple daily exercises can help improve brain function, reading, learning, sports performance, and overall quality of life.Check out my interview on Dr. Doug Lucas' Chan...

154. Why Bread in Europe Doesn't Make You Fat — But American Bread Does

June 23, 2026

I’m uncovering why so many people can eat bread in Europe without bloating, cravings, or weight gain, yet struggle with American bread, and the answer has far more to do with ingredients, fermentation, additives, and blood sugar than willpower. Learn how sugar, ultra-processed foods, gut health, GLP-1 production, and hidden food chemicals may be affecting your metabolism, hunger, and ability to lose weight.Check out my interview on Dr. Doug Lucas' Channel! https://open.spotify.com/episode...

153. How Menopause Wrecks Your Metabolism — And What You Can Actually Do About It

June 16, 2026

I’m breaking down exactly how menopause and perimenopause change your metabolism, why belly fat increases, and why the strategies that worked in your 30s and 40s often stop working after hormonal shifts begin. Learn how estrogen impacts insulin resistance, cortisol, gut health, muscle loss, and fat storage, and the science-backed nutrition and exercise strategies that can help you work with your body instead of against it. Check out my interview on Dr. Doug Lucas' Channel! https://open.sp...