In this hopeful and eye-opening conversation, Laura welcomes Dr. Jayanth Peddi, a UK-based GP and integrative/functional medicine practitioner. Together, they tackle one of the most pressing realities for dementia families and professionals alike: chronic caregiver stress. Dr. Peddi explains how stress reshapes the brain–body connection, why mindset and sleep are non-negotiable, and simple, practical steps caregivers can take today to feel calmer, stronger, and more in control. Meet Dr. Jayanth Peddi:Dr. Jayanth Peddi, MBBS, MRCGP is a family physician (GP) in Leeds, UK, practicing integrative and functional medicine. He leads Lifecare Functional and Integrative Medical Clinic and is associated with Serenity Health & Wellness in Leeds, offering adjunctive wellness therapies. Topics Discussed:- The brain as a “frequency generator” and how thoughts influence physiology- What long-term high stress does to caregivers (nervous system, hormones, fatigue)- Parasympathetic vs. sympathetic: why balance matters and how to restore it- Practical resets: meditation, breathwork, sleep timing, movement, nature- Nutrient basics for stressed bodies: Vitamin D + K2, B-complex, magnesium, and minerals- Vagus-nerve support and neural therapy as a rapid “calm-down” intervention- Why genetics ≠ destiny for most chronic conditions; the empowering role of lifestyle- Water quality, environmental load, and starting small (one habit at a time)- Emotional detox: releasing stored stress and how it accelerates physical healing- Hopeful perspectives on dementia care and areas for future deep dives⏱️ Timestamps (Approximate):00:00 – Welcome & Laura’s intro to Dr. Peddi02:40 – From illness to integrative medicine: Dr. Peddi’s journey08:10 – Caregiver stress 101: what constant stress does to the body14:45 – Mindset, meditation, and brain “frequency”: changing your state21:30 – Sympathetic vs. parasympathetic; vagus-nerve reset tools27:00 – Practical basics: sleep window, breathwork, daily movement32:10 – Foundational nutrients for caregivers (D/K2, B’s, magnesium, minerals)38:35 – Water quality & environmental load: realistic upgrades44:20 – Emotional detox & releasing stored stress50:15 – Hope for dementia families; why genetics isn’t destiny56:00 – Where to learn more & how to connect with Dr. Peddi Key Takeaways:- Your thoughts are biochemical. Changing your mindset shifts stress chemistry.- Calm is trainable. Short daily meditation + breathwork can reset your system.- Protect your sleep window. Earlier lights-out supports brain detox overnight.- Replenish what stress depletes. Consider Vitamin D + K2, B-complex, magnesium, and multi-minerals (consult your clinician).- Vagus-nerve support helps. Interventions like neural therapy may create a rapid, felt sense of balance.- Start small. Pick one habit (sleep, breathing, water, or a 5-minute practice) and build from there.- You’re not powerless. For most people, genetics ≠ destiny—daily choices matter. Resources Mentioned:Practices: meditation, guided breathwork, daily movement/walks, sauna, emotional release workNutrient foundations: Vitamin D + K2, B-complex, magnesium, multi-mineral supportTopics to explore: vagus-nerve stimulation, neural therapy, water filtration, photobiomodulation Connect with Dr. Jayanth Peddi:Clinic: Lifecare Functional & Integrative Medical ClinicWellness: Serenity Health & WellnessWebsite: lifecarefunctionalandintegrativemedicine.com Connect with Laura Vaillancourt...