by Sharon Brock | May 31, 2024 | Cognitive Enhancement, Mental Health
By Sharon Brock, MEd, MS Top Recommendations for Brain Health as we age: Physical exercise – both aerobic and resistance training Healthful nutrition – fresh, fibrous whole foods Cognitive engagement – educational achievement and continued engagement in...
by Sharon Brock | May 30, 2024 | Cognitive Enhancement, Mental Health
By Sharon Brock, MS, MEd Binge-watching television, watching YouTube videos for hours, or scrolling on your phone every morning may seem harmless, but research shows that too much screen time may be detrimental to your health. We know children’s brains are...
by Sharon Brock | May 30, 2024 | Cognitive Enhancement, Mental Health, Healthful Nutrition, Metabolic Health
By Sharon Brock, MS, MEd In recent years, a groundbreaking field known as Metabolic Psychiatry has emerged at the intersection of metabolic and brain health. Spearheaded by Shebani Sethi, MD, a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and...
by Sharon Brock | May 30, 2024 | Cognitive Enhancement, Profiles, Mental Health
By Sharon Brock, MEd, MS Stanford psychiatrist Douglas Noordsy, MD, is a physician who literally walks his talk. For the last 40 years, he has woken up at 6 a.m., drank a glass of water, and gone for a run, often with his dog. “Living a healthy lifestyle has always...
by Tanya Thakur | May 28, 2024 | Cognitive Enhancement, Mental Health, Movement & Exercise
By Tanya Thakur, MBBS Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is one of the most devastating illnesses among older adults. The disease not only degrades memories but also affects one’s independence and takes a toll on family members. AD is a progressive neurodegenerative...
by Sharon Brock | May 22, 2024 | Daily Habits, Energy, Stress Management, Cognitive Enhancement, Mental Health
By Sharon Brock, MS, MEd Key Takeaways Research shows that cold water immersion (CWI) may improve mental health by increasing endorphin and norepinephrine levels. CWI may also improve resilience to stress by decreasing cortisol levels. CWI can be adapted to meet...
