When Brains Collide: What Every Athlete and Parent Should Know About the Prevention and Treatment of Concussions and Head Injuries

by Michael D. Lewis

There is nearly a 20% chance that you or someone close to you will suffer a concussion this year. Whether they are in a car accident, fall off their bike, or suffer a helmet-to-helmet hit at football practice, over 30% of such concussions will lead to long-term, potentially permanent disability. Even worse, many of these concussions are mild and go unnoticed and untreated. However, whether you are a concerned parent or an athlete worried about that recent or long-ago head injury, there is good news. The proper utilization of Omega-3 fatty acids and their nutritional potential to feed and cultivate the brain's biochemical environment can facilitate the concussion healing process, relieve symptoms without pharmaceuticals, and increase the chance for a happy and healthy future. Culminating a career spanning over three decades in the U.S. Army, Dr. Michael Lewis developed The Omega-3 Protocol, the military-grade brain injury treatment process for dealing with the concussive dangers of everyday life. Concussions are not always preventable, but they are treatable. Find out how to give yourself or your loved one the best chance at recovery from brain injuries-large or small-by learning everything about, and becoming ready to apply, The Omega-3 Protocol today.

Genres: Health

224 pages, Paperback

Published September 24, 2016

About the author

Michael D. Lewis, Executive Director, Educational World Charities, Chicago, is Professor Emeritus of Counseling and Psychology at Governors State University. For more than thirty-five years he has consulted with numerous national and international corporations with regard to the implementation of their employee assistance programs. As the originator of the community counseling concept, he has advised educational institutions around the world in countries as diverse as Israel and Botswana. He has co-authored two other Brooks/Cole texts.

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Reviews

[Layne · Rating 2 out of 5]

Let’s go with 2.5 stars I think.

This book focuses predominantly on nutrition. In short, the brain benefits from omega-3 fatty acids. The U.S. government invested in policies that promote the development of cheap, shelf-stable omega-6 fatty acids. The ratio of omega 3 to 6 has shifted dramatically s since WWII, and the current/average U.S. diet does not provide the basic nutrients to protect the brain.

Perhaps written for a different audience, but I was very surprised this book didn’t have a thick references/citations section. For a publication like this, I expect receipts. While the research(ers) and papers are mentioned, having a robust documentation of which papers are referenced would have been a welcome addition. A lot has changed since 2016, and an updated version would also be interesting to see.

[Linda]

Very informative. People should read this.

[Dr NSCA-CPT · Rating 5 out of 5]

Proper nutrition & supplementation are the best tools to combat inflammation.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids are anti-inflammatory.
Brain health can be improved with the intake of anti-inflammatory food & supplements.
The author, Dr Michael D. Lewis, does an awesome job describing case studies and protocols that have helped concussion & brain trauma sufferers recover.
"When Brains Collide" is an Excellent book.
I highly recommend this book for the following individuals:
All athletes.
Parents of athletes.
Coaches of all levels of all sports.
Anyone who has suffered a concussion.
Anyone who suffered a traumatic brain injury.
Family members, friends & caregivers of anyone who suffered a concussion.
Family members, friends & caregivers of anyone who suffered a traumatic brain injury.
Doctors of Chiropractic.
Sports medicine doctors.
Holistic practitioners.
Medical professionals.
Athletic trainers.
Strength & conditioning coaches.
Registered dietiticians.
The list goes on & on to include anyone with a brain.
The author, Dr Lewis, presents his protocol for using Omega-3 Fatty Acids to treat & prevent concussions & brain trauma. He provides evidence, research, case studies & results to firmly back his claims.
GREAT BOOK.

[Stephen Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

As a chiropractor and acupuncturist who works with concussion and other impact pathologies, I found this book not only refreshing but it confirmed my clinical thought processes on omega-3s and Neuro-protection.

[Florence Hall · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quite informative book about helping those with TBI’s.

[David Thornton]

Great book. If you are a parent you need to read this book. It is so easy to protect your kids from head injury!