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Fueling A Healing Brain with Natalie Gavi | E50
March 3, 202625m 59s
NutritionSports Medicine
About This Episode
What you eat after a concussion isn't just about nutrition — it's about giving your brain the raw materials it needs to repair, rewire, and recover. In this episode, Dr. Ayla Wolf sits down with Natalie Gavi, a registered dietitian specializing in brain health and concussion recovery, to explore the powerful connection between food and neurological healing.
Natalie shares why standard dietary advice often falls short for concussion patients, and what the research actually says about fueling a healing brain. From anti-inflammatory foods to blood sugar regulation, omega-3s, and gut-brain connection, this episode is packed with practical, actionable guidance.
Topics Covered
NutritionSports Medicine
Full Transcript
Dr. Ayla Wolf: 00:00
Natalie Gavi is a registered dietitian specializing in neurology, sports nutrition, and eating disorders. Natalie has extensive experience supporting individuals recovering from traumatic brain injury. She has provided inpatient nutrition support for patients with moderate and severe TBI in the ICU and general hospital settings, worked with UCLA's brain sport team, providing individualized nutrition counseling for athletes following sports-related concussions, and led interactive cooking and education classes with UCLA's Operation MEND program for post-9-11 veterans who sustain TBIs while deployed. In her private practice, Natalie uses a comprehensive approach to help clients implement sustainable, evidence-based nutrition strategies to support concussion recovery, optimize cognitive function, and promote long-term brain health. She also helps athletes achieve optimal performance and create healthy relationships with food. Please enjoy my conversation with Natalie Gavi. Welcome to Life After Impact, the Concussion Recovery Podcast. I'm Dr. Ayla Wolf, and I will be hosting today's episode where we help you navigate the often confusing, frustrating, and overwhelm…