Podcast Episode 163: Stroke Recovery & Prevention: How to Support Brain Health Naturally

A stroke doesn’t just happen—it’s often the result of underlying imbalances that have gone unaddressed for too long. But here’s the hopeful truth: both stroke prevention and recovery are possible with the right support.

In this podcast episode, Dr. Holly Carling and Alicia explore how to protect and heal the brain by looking at the root causes that contribute to strokes in the first place—like high blood pressure, inflammation, and toxicity. They also discuss how natural approaches, including acupuncture, can be used to treat stroke symptoms and support long-term recovery.

Whether you’re looking to reduce your risk or help a loved one heal, this episode offers valuable insight into what’s possible when we support the body’s innate ability to restore itself.

In this episode:

  • Common causes of stroke—and how to address them naturally
  • How acupuncture can help treat stroke symptoms and support healing
  • The connection between toxicity, circulation, and brain health
  • Why medication isn’t always enough for prevention or recovery
  • Tips for reducing stroke risk through nutrition, hydration, and detoxification
  • What to look for in post-stroke care (and how to advocate for more holistic options)
  • Hopeful stories of healing and progress through natural approaches
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Dr. Holly Carling

Dr. Holly Carling is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist, Doctor of Naturopathy, Clinical Nutritionist and Master Herbologist with nearly four decades of experience. Dr. Carling is a “Health Detective,” she looks beyond your symptom picture and investigates WHY you are experiencing your symptoms in the first place. Dr. Carling considers herself a “professional student” – she has attended more than 600 post-secondary education courses related to health and healing. Dr. Carling gives lectures here in the U.S. and internationally and has been noted as the “Doctor’s Doctor”. When other healthcare practitioners hit a roadblock when treating their patients nutritionally, Dr. Carling is who they call. Dr. Carling is currently accepting new patients and offers natural health care services and whole food nutritional supplements in her Coeur d’ Alene clinic.

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