Encore Episode: Keeping Your Brain YoungEncore Episode: Keeping Your Brain Young
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Whether we like it or not, we’re all going to get older... and aging can have an impact on our bodies and our brains. Just as we take care of ourselves by exercising and eating right, it’s important that we consider how to keep our brains functioning at peak condition throughout our lives. Dr. Kristen Willeumier is a Los Angeles-based neuroscientist who has devoted her distinguished career towards researching the brain-body connection. She discusses how we can maintain our cognitive function as we age.
23:30•7 Jan 2019
Keeping Your Brain Sharp: Neuroscientist's Tips for Aging Gracefully
“I really learned that there are a lot of things that we can do personally to help change the wiring of our brain, whether that be through diet and lifestyle changes or some of the really unique technologies that we have available.”
Aging is inevitable, but that doesn't mean we can't keep our brains in top shape. In this episode of Rewired Radio, host Erica Spiegelman chats with Dr. Kristen Willeumier, a renowned neuroscientist, about how to maintain cognitive function as we age. Dr. Willeumier, based in Los Angeles, has spent her career studying the intricate connection between our brains and bodies. She shares her wealth of knowledge on how to keep our minds sharp through simple, everyday habits. Dr.
Willeumier highlights the importance of managing our emotional health, noting that stress can release harmful chemicals like cortisol that negatively impact brain function. She suggests daily meditation as a powerful tool to combat these effects and promote brain health. Additionally, she dives into the role of diet and lifestyle choices, advising us to cut down on allergenic foods such as dairy, soy, wheat, and corn, and to limit caffeine intake to support our cognitive well-being.
Beyond diet and emotional health, Dr. Willeumier discusses cutting-edge technologies like neurofeedback and hyperbaric oxygen therapy that can enhance brain function. These therapies offer promising ways to keep our brains youthful and resilient against degenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and dementia. Throughout the episode, Dr. Willeumier emphasizes the significance of consistent healthy brain habits. These practices not only boost our overall well-being but also help maintain cognitive function as we age.
If you're curious about how to keep your brain young and vibrant, this episode is packed with practical advice and fascinating insights.
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