BITESIZE | How to Train Your Eyes & Rewire Your Brain for Better Focus & Less Stress | Dr Bryce Appelbaum #676
Summary
Dr. Rangan Chatterjee interviews neuro-optometrist Dr. Bryce Applebaum on how visual stress from screens triggers fight-or-flight responses, causing fatigue and brain fog. They discuss the evolutionary mismatch between our eyes and modern technology, explaining that vision is a brain function, not just eyesight. The episode offers practical exercises like the 20-20-20 rule, eye stretches, and peripheral pointing to restore nervous system balance and improve overall well-being.
Topics discussed
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Intro: Vision, Stress, and Dr. Bryce Applebaum
Symptoms of Functional Vision Problems
Vision as a Reflection of Brain Function
The Link Between Visual Stress and Nervous System
Screen Time, Tunnel Vision, and Fight or Flight
Evolutionary Mismatch of Modern Visual Demands
Practical Tip: The 20-20-20 Rule
Building Awareness of Eye Tension
Visual Differences: Screens vs. Reading Books
Exercise: Eye Stretches for Flexibility
Exercise: Peripheral Pointing and Conclusion
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