Guest Episode

Unlocking Vision: Transformative Color Therapy for Migraines and Brain Health

Episode #016

June 11, 2024

Summary

Join Dr. Brandon Crawford and Dr. Sandy Tosta on the Longevity Formula podcast as they explore the remarkable world of Erlen Syndrome. Discover how this condition, which affects the brain's processing of light and visual stimuli, can disrupt daily functions and cause various symptoms, including anxiety, migraines, and reading difficulties.

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Show Notes

Dr. Brandon Crawford discusses the transformative impact of Irlen Syndrome on brain function and wellness with Dr. Sandy Tosta. They delve into the science behind the condition, characterized by difficulties in processing light and visual stimuli, which can lead to a wide range of symptoms, including visual distortions and chronic migraines. Dr. Tosta explains the diagnostic process and the individualized spectral filters that alleviate these symptoms. The episode also covers personal experiences, highlighting the dramatic improvements seen in patients like military personnel suffering from persistent headaches and children with sensory integration issues. The discussion emphasizes the importance of early detection and the potential for life-changing relief through tailored treatments, concluding with details about the upcoming Irlen Syndrome conference aimed at furthering research and education.

What You’ll Learn

  • The significant impact of Irlen syndrome on daily life and how it can lead to misdiagnoses of other conditions like ADHD and schizophrenia.
  • The role of spectral filters in reducing symptoms associated with Irlen syndrome, such as visual distortions and migraines, and how these filters can lead to immediate and transformative changes.
  • Real-world examples and case studies demonstrating the effectiveness of spectral filters in improving quality of life for individuals with brain injuries, migraines, and other neurological conditions.
  • The science behind how light impacts brain function, particularly in relation to the visual cortex, thalamus, and other brain areas involved in sensory processing and motor control.
  • Information about the upcoming Irlen conference and how practitioners can get trained to assess Irlen syndrome, as well as the importance of custom-tailored solutions for optimizing brain function.

Ideas Worth Sharing

“Irlen syndrome is essentially a  set of symptoms related to a subset of the population whose brains struggle to process light and visual stimuli effectively.” — Dr. Sandra Tosta

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Dr. Sandra Tosta has a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and a PhD in Educational Psychology. She is an expert in research and has authored papers on Irlen Syndrome. She currently holds the position of Chief Operating Officer at the Irlen Institute International Headquarters and serves as President of the Irlen Syndrome Foundation.
About The Guest

Dr. Sandra Tosta

Dr. Sandra Tosta has a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and a PhD in Educational Psychology. She is an expert in research and has authored papers on Irlen Syndrome. She currently holds the position of Chief Operating Officer at the Irlen Institute International Headquarters and serves as President of the Irlen Syndrome Foundation.

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