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OUR MISSION: To educate, guide, nurture, and encourage you in your health journey to help you be empowered in taking control of your health and well-being to live the best and most optimal version of yourself.

11/14/2025

✨ 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐀𝐥𝐳𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫'𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡. ✨
At Brain Optimization Institute, we believe in empowering our community with knowledge, especially when it comes to safeguarding brain health against devastating conditions like Alzheimer's.

For too long, Alzheimer's was seen as an inevitable part of aging for some. However, cutting-edge Functional Medicine research is revealing that chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, and oxidative stress are major drivers in the development and progression of neurodegenerative diseases.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭: 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧

Think of chronic inflammation as a slow-burning fire in your body. When this fire reaches your brain, it can damage neurons, disrupt communication pathways, and contribute to the accumulation of amyloid plaques – hallmarks of Alzheimer's.

What feeds this fire? Often, it's what's on your plate. A diet high in processed foods, refined sugars, unhealthy fats, and artificial ingredients can trigger systemic inflammation that directly impacts brain health.

The good news? Your fork is one of the most powerful tools you have for brain protection! By choosing an anti-inflammatory, nutrient-dense diet, you can actively reduce your risk and support optimal brain function.

𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐞 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡:

Whole, Unprocessed Foods: Focus on vibrant fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats (avocado, olive oil, nuts, seeds), and complex carbohydrates.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Found in fatty fish like salmon and sardines, these are crucial for brain structure and reducing inflammation.

At Brain Optimization Institute, we don't just talk about diet; we provide personalized nutritional plans based on advanced testing to address your unique metabolic needs and inflammatory markers. Our Functional Neurology approach further integrates to support brain function and resilience.

This November, let's commit to fueling our brains with what they need to thrive, not just survive!

11/13/2025

✨ 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲! 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟑𝐭𝐡. ✨
Today, we celebrate the incredible power of compassion. But here at Brain Optimization Institute, we don't just see kindness as a virtue—we see it as a potent form of Neuro-Optimization!

Did you know that performing and receiving acts of kindness is one of the quickest, most effective ways to boost your brain health? It’s true! Kindness directly impacts your neurochemistry, offering real, tangible benefits, especially for those dealing with chronic stress or mood disorders.

𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫

When you engage in kindness, your brain releases a powerful cocktail of feel-good hormones and neurotransmitters:

Oxytocin (The "Cuddle Hormone"): Released during positive social interactions. It promotes feelings of trust, bonding, and love, and crucially, acts as a natural anti-inflammatory agent in the body.

Dopamine (The "Reward Hormone"): Kindness activates the brain's pleasure centers, reinforcing the behavior (the 'helper's high'). This neuro-reward loop is essential for motivation and mood regulation.

Endorphins (Natural Painkillers): These hormones are released, reducing physical and emotional pain and promoting overall well-being.

Vagus Nerve Activation: Acts of empathy and compassion calm the entire nervous system, stimulating the Parasympathetic (Rest and Digest) system via the Vagus nerve. This is vital for patients managing Dysautonomia or chronic stress.

For our patients battling complex conditions, sometimes the simplest acts of kindness—to others and to yourself—can be a powerful tool in your healing toolbox.

Our Challenge to You Today: Commit one small, random act of kindness for someone else, and one small act of kindness for yourself (perhaps 5 minutes of mindful breathing, or saying "no" to an energy-draining request). Notice the immediate, positive shift in your energy and mindset.

Let us know in the comments: What act of kindness are you performing today? 👇

11/11/2025

𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐟 "𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞" 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍...

For many of our patients struggling with Long-COVID, Dysautonomia, or Autoimmunity, every day feels like a battle. Your nervous system is perpetually stuck in "fight-or-flight" (Sympathetic Survival Mode). This drains your energy and prevents deep healing.

This week, let’s choose a different setting: Restoration Mode.

Healing isn't about fighting your body; it's about helping your nervous system feel safe enough to rest, repair, and digest. Our goal with the BrainOp Reconnection System™ is to gently shift the balance toward the Parasympathetic Nervous System.

Small steps toward calm create huge shifts in health. Take one slow, deep breath right now, and choose restoration.

11/10/2025

✨ Getting to know our doctors a little better!
You’ve seen Dr. Meg holding space, guiding emotional releases, and helping the nervous system reconnect — but today, we’re letting you see a little more of her heart. 💗

We asked Dr. Meg some light + fun questions so you can get to know the woman behind the work — her favorite things, her spark, and what lights her up outside the office. 🌙✨

What questions do you have for Dr. Meg? Drop them below — we might feature your question next! 👇

11/09/2025

Ever feel tight no matter how much you stretch?
Your body isn’t just tight — it’s protecting.
And sometimes the key isn’t more stretching… it’s releasing the pattern.

Active Release Technique (ART) works by breaking down scar tissue and adhesions that restrict movement.
But here’s the magic → you’re actively involved in the release so your brain learns a new pattern of movement.

At Brain Optimization Institute, we pair ART with targeted rehab to retrain the nervous system, not just the muscle.

Because when your brain + body reconnect →
Movement becomes effortless again.

11/08/2025

Welcome to Frontal Lobe Friday! 🧠✨

This week’s exercise focuses on rapid alternating movements — a powerful way to activate both your cerebellum and frontal networks.

These movements aren’t just about coordination or fine motor control — they challenge your brain to plan, focus, and execute with precision. That means better attention, timing, and cognitive control — all while improving the brain-body connection.

💪 Try it out: start slow, then build speed while keeping accuracy.
Focus. Breathe. Feel your brain light up.

11/05/2025

🌟 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐡 — 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐭 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞!🌟
We’re thrilled to welcome **Deborah** to the BOI family!

Originally from Pennsylvania, she now calls the Sunshine State home — embracing every step of her new journey here in Florida. ☀️

Deborah holds a **B.A. in Science & Biblical Studies** with a minor in **Communications**, blending a strong academic foundation with a genuine passion for connecting with others. With over **8 years of management experience in the audiology field**, she brings exceptional leadership, compassion, and a deep commitment to **patient-centered care**.

What excites Deborah most about joining Brain Optimization Institute is the opportunity to collaborate with our team and immerse herself in the world of **holistic brain health**. She’s eager to learn from some of the best minds in the field — and to help every patient who walks through our doors feel supported, understood, and inspired on their path to healing. 💙

Join us in giving Deborah a warm BOI welcome in the comments below! 👏

11/04/2025

🧠 *𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐥𝐳𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡** 🧠

At Brain Optimization Institute, we believe that memory loss and cognitive decline aren’t inevitable parts of aging — 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲’𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭, 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐫, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

Alzheimer’s Disease affects millions of families, slowly stealing moments, memories, and independence. But emerging neuroscience shows that the brain is far more adaptable than we once believed. Through targeted therapies and functional brain retraining, it’s possible to strengthen neural connections, reduce inflammation, and improve cognitive function — even after decline has begun.

Our comprehensive brain-based programs focus on:
✅ Restoring healthy communication between brain regions
✅ Reducing neuroinflammation and oxidative stress
✅ Rebalancing the gut-brain axis and metabolic health
✅ Supporting memory, focus, and emotional stability

Every brain is unique — and so is every recovery path. Whether you’re noticing early cognitive changes or caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, we’re here to guide you with compassion, cutting-edge technology, and personalized care.

📞 **Call 904-900-1477 or message us today** to learn how our neurological programs can help preserve and protect the most important part of who you are — your mind.

10/31/2025

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞, 𝐰𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧!

While today is all about the spooky fun, we hope you remember the real trick to great health is treating your nervous system right! 😉

Whether you're dodging ghosts, chasing candy, or just trying to stay focused amidst all the excitement this week (shout out to our ADHD Awareness Month focus!), remember to:

Move Your Body: Wiggle those hips and activate that cerebellum!

Stay Hydrated: Keep your brain functioning optimally, even with the sugar spike.

Rest & Digest: Prioritize good sleep after all the nighttime fun!

Be safe, have fun, and make some great memories! We'll be here next week to help you get your system back in balance.

10/29/2025

👃 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧: 𝐒𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐨𝐬𝐬 & 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡
Did you know your sense of smell (olfaction) is a direct, early warning system for your brain health?

Losing your ability to smell is one of the most common and earliest indicators of neurodegenerative disorders like Parkinson's Disease (PD) and Alzheimer's Disease (AD)—often appearing years before major symptoms like tremor or memory loss begin.

Why does this matter?

Direct Connection: The nerves for smell go straight to the deep brain structures (like the olfactory bulb and limbic system) that are damaged early in PD and AD pathology.

Early Intervention: At the Brain Optimization Institute in Jacksonville, FL, we use comprehensive testing, including sensory function, to catch these subtle changes.

When we identify this early decline, we deploy the BrainOp Reconnection System™ to proactively stabilize brain function, reduce inflammation, and promote neuroplasticity.

𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐯𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐥, 𝐢𝐭'𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 "𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠"—𝐢𝐭'𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮. 𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐭.

Your Next Step

If you're ready to proactively assess and optimize your brain's health, we invite you to take the first step. ➡️ Learn if you’re a fit for the BrainOp Reconnection System™

10/28/2025

🎃 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐒𝐔𝐆𝐀𝐑 & 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐀𝐃𝐇𝐃 𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍
It’s Halloween week, and while a little candy is fun, it’s important to talk about the huge impact sugar has on brain stability—especially for brains struggling with ADHD, anxiety, or fatigue.

Think of your brain like a high-performance sports car. Sugar is like pouring low-quality, unstable fuel into the tank:

The Hyper Spike: Simple sugars cause a massive, rapid spike in blood glucose, leading to an immediate surge in energy and often, hyperactivity or extreme emotional volatility (the classic "sugar rush").

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐨-𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐡: What goes up must crash down. The body overcompensates, leading to a sudden drop in blood sugar. For the brain, this equals brain fog, mood swings, fatigue, and worsened inattention as the energy supply suddenly fluctuates.

Inflammation: Chronic sugar intake fuels inflammation, which is directly linked to neuro-inflammation—a key driver in many brain disorders, including worsening ADHD symptoms.

🧠 Brain Optimization Tip: Don't send your kids out on an empty stomach! Fuel their bodies with a combination of 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐟𝐚𝐭𝐬 (like a handful of almonds or a cheese stick) before they head out. This stabilizes blood sugar before the sugar hits, reducing the dramatic spike and crash.

10/27/2025

✨ Getting to know our doctors a little better!✨

Behind every adjustment, treatment, and smile is a story — and today we’re shining the spotlight on our team.

We asked Dr. Dan some fun questions so you can see the person behind the work — the heart, humor, and passion that make him who he is. 💬💫

What questions do you have for Dr. Dan? Drop them below — your question might be featured next! 👇

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8750 Perimeter Park Boulevard Suite 102
Jacksonville, FL
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Dr Longyear’s passion for helping others comes from a personal experience. Having gone through a traumatic football injury that left him paralyzed during his sophomore year in high school, he beat the odds and did what the doctors said wasn’t possible. After feeling defeated hearing that he would never walk again, he used their words as fuel to drive his rehab and he walked out of the hospital a month later. Since that time, he has dedicated himself to helping others defy the odds and never accept their new normal. In his own case, none of his doctors really had a consistent diagnosis. So he started researching his case. His passion led him to Parker University to study chiropractic, where he graduated valedictorian and continued his studies in Applied Clinical NeuroScience. Still searching for answers, he continued to study many disciplines: Chiropractic, Neurology, Psychology, Functional Medicine and Energy Medicine, just to name a few. These disciplines have all helped him design his unique brand of health care. Before moving to Jacksonville, Dr Longyear was the Director of the NeuroLIFE Institute at Life University where he specialized in complex neurological conditions that other health care practitioners had given up on. While there, he was also a part of research with concussion and depression. In addition to clinically treating patients and participating in research he was responsible for designing and teaching programs for doctors around the world in the cutting edge field of Applied Clinical Neuroscience and Functional Neurology.

His goals in Jacksonville are to combine his education and passion with his wife’s specialities and that of Dr. Kevin Determan and Dr. Cathy Goldstein to bring a revolutionary approach to vitalistic healthcare.

Dr. Meaghan dealt with depression and anxiety for as long as she can remember. The sad heart forcing the smile. She was introduced to the healthcare field early in life by her mom, who is a Registered Nurse. She continued her healthcare journey during high school working at the local hospital as a Nurse Assistant. During this experience, she felt a huge pull to work with people! In college, she studied Nursing, Psychology and then Law Enforcement, but none of these careers felt like the right fit. Settling for a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, the depression of not finding a career that felt fulfilling became very overwhelming. She kept trying to find her niche and explored an array of different careers in healthcare over the years. Then one day she had NeuroEmotional Technique (NET) performed on her by a chiropractor and she had a huge realization of just how debilitating past traumas can be in our day to day lives. She knew she needed to learn and share this technique with others as well as continue receiving this therapy for her own healing. Her passion thrived while in chiropractic school where she was able to help her colleagues and classmates overcome their past traumas. Combined with Quantic Touch and the BioGeometric Integration (BGI) approach, Dr. Meaghan has developed a style of her own that has helped guide her patients to release mind/body emotional blocks and experience a deeper level of healing.

Dr. Meaghan is excited to be joining forces with her husband in creating an integrative healthcare center that will help people connect back to whole health on a deeper level.