How to Train Your Eyes & Rewire Your Brain for Better Eyesight, Sharper Focus, Improved Memory & Less Stress with Dr Bryce Appelbaum #576

Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

Dr Rangan Chatterjee

Health & Fitness, Medicine, Alternative Health, Mental Health

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🗓️ 9 September 2025

⏱️ 121 minutes

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Summary

When we think about improving our health, we often think about changing our diet, increasing how much we move, improving the quality of our sleep and lowering stress, but how many of us think about ‘working’ on our vision? Every day, many of us experience symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, headaches or poor concentration - and never realise that our eyes might be playing a central role . This week, I’m delighted to welcome Dr Bryce Appelbaum, a pioneering neuro-optometrist who believes that vision is our most overlooked and underutilised tool for improving how we feel, think and function. Bryce is a board-certified Fellow of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development and founder of MyVisionFirst , where he and his team combine vision therapy with principles from occupational therapy, physical therapy and holistic wellness. Bryce’s expertise includes reorganising the visual brain after concussion, correcting developmental visual delays that interfere with reading and learning and enhancing visual skills to elevate athletic performance. In this incredible conversation, we discuss: Why eyesight and vision are not the same, and why most eye tests are missing a vital part of the picture How visual processing affects everything from focus and mood to movement, memory and resilience The hidden visual problems that are often left undiagnosed in both children and adults, and how these can impact learning, behaviour and emotional regulation The neurological impact of concussion and trauma on the visual system, and how it can be rehabilitated Why our screen habits are damaging not just our eyes but our brains - and how to reverse the effects The power of “vision therapy” to rewire the brain and transform quality of life Practical strategies to reduce digital eye strain and support visual health, even if you only have a few minutes a day Many of us don’t realise just how much our vision influences how we think, perform. In a screen-heavy world, Bryce’s insights show that with the right tools, we can train our eyes and brain to support better health, learning and quality of life at any age. Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore. For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com. Thanks to our sponsors: http://www.vivobarefoot.com/livemore https://thriva.co Show notes https://drchatterjee.com/576 DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

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0:00.0	Vision is the new microbiome.
0:02.9	We're going to look back on this in a few years and realize vision is responsible or at least
0:08.0	influences so many aspects of longevity, consciousness, happiness, productivity, critical
0:15.8	decision making, even interpersonal connection, and none of us even had a file on it.
0:21.4	Hey guys, how you doing? I hope you having a good week so far. My name is Dr. Rongan Chatterjee,
0:27.7	and this is my podcast. Feel Better, Live More.
0:33.8	Did you know that your eyesight is something that can be improved?
0:40.1	Did you realise that it is not inevitable that you'll need reading glasses as you get older,
0:46.6	even though it seems to be the modern day norm?
0:50.5	And did you know that vision and eyesight are not the same thing?
0:55.8	When we think about improving our health, we often think about changing our diet,
1:01.5	increasing how much we move, improving the quality of our sleep and lowering stress.
1:07.5	But how many of us think about working on our vision?
1:12.1	You see, every day many of us experience symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, headaches, or poor concentration,
1:20.1	and never realized that our eyes might be playing a central role.
1:25.5	This week, my guest is Dr. Bryce Applebaum,
1:29.3	a pioneering neuro-optometrist
1:32.3	who believes that vision is our most overlooked and underutilized tool
1:38.3	for improving how we feel, think, and function.
1:42.3	Bryce is a board-certified fellow of the College of optometrists in vision development
1:47.8	and founder of My Vision First, where he and his team combine vision therapy with principles
1:55.6	from occupational therapy, physical therapy, and holistic wellness.
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