Why Supplements Are Not Enough: Training the Brain’s Electrical Software to Restore Balance

Many people clean up their diet, support their gut, and reduce inflammation, yet still struggle with anxiety, poor sleep, or brain fog. In this conversation, Dr. David Jockers talks with neurofeedback expert Michael Cohen about why biochemistry is only part of the picture when it comes to brain health.

They explain how the brain’s electrical signaling and timing act like software, shaping focus, emotional regulation, and the stress response. You will hear how chronic sympathetic overdrive, often linked to stress or past experiences, keeps the nervous system stuck in fight or flight even when lifestyle habits are strong. Michael walks through how neurofeedback works as a real time training process, helping the brain learn calmer, more balanced patterns without forcing relaxation. The discussion also connects nervous system balance with metabolism, cravings, sleep quality, and mental clarity. By the end, you will have a clearer understanding of how nutrition, inflammation, and brain training can work together to support focus, calm, and overall brain balance.