This is Why You're Not HealingThis is Why You're Not Healing
The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast
Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen explore how the brain's power can help overcome chronic pain, focusing on diet, mindset, and neuroplasticity. Learn practical strategies for healing.
28:49•15 Dec 2025
Change Your Brain, Change Your Pain
Episode Overview
- Diet significantly impacts brain function and pain levels.
- Identifying food triggers through elimination diets can aid in pain relief.
- Neuroplasticity allows the brain to change based on thought patterns.
- Managing automatic negative thoughts is crucial for reducing pain.
- Hydration and healthy fats are essential for optimal brain health.
“"Your brain is always changing. Change your brain every day. What you focus on, you become."”
How do people find relief from chronic pain when it seems like nothing works? Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen take listeners on a journey through the often-overlooked power of the brain in healing physical and emotional pain. They discuss the significant impact of diet on brain function, breaking down which foods help and hinder recovery. It's not just about cutting out sugar but understanding how certain foods like corn can secretly sabotage your health.
With humour and warmth, the Amens share personal anecdotes and expert insights, shedding light on the 'automatic negative thoughts' (ANTs) that creep into our minds, exacerbating pain. They explore how neuroplasticity plays a role in reinforcing these thoughts, and how you can use it to your advantage by focusing on positivity. Through their engaging banter, you'll learn practical strategies for retraining your brain, from naming your mind's chatter to embracing an elimination diet to identify food triggers.
This episode isn't just a conversation; it's a toolkit for those battling with pain, offering hope and actionable steps to change your brain and, ultimately, your life. So, what changes can you make today to start healing your brain and body?
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