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Brain image made of little cogwheels to represent our reticular activating system

September 9 2022

How the reticular activating system can impact your day-to-day life

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What is the RAS?

The reticular activating system, or RAS, is a network of interconnected brain regions that play an important role in arousal and attention. The RAS is responsible for filtering incoming information and determining which information is most important and should be sent to the conscious mind. This filtering process allows us to focus on the task at hand and ignoring distractions.

RAS also plays a role in our fight-or-flight response, preparing our body for action when we perceive a threat. This response is automatic and happens outside of our conscious awareness. When we are in danger, RAS triggers the release of stress hormones like adrenaline, which increase our heart rate and blood pressure and give us more energy to respond to the threat.

How does the RAS impact our day-to-day life?

The RAS can impact our day-to-day life in a number of ways. For example, if we are constantly bombarded with incoming information, our RAS may have a difficult time filtering out the most important information. This can lead to us feeling overwhelmed and stressed. Additionally, if the RAS is constantly on high alert due to perceived threats, this can lead to us feeling anxious and tense.

The RAS and our fight-or-flight response

As we mentioned before, the RAS plays a role in our fight-or-flight response. This is the body’s automatic reaction to perceived danger and it happens outside of our conscious awareness. When we are in danger, RAS triggers the release of stress hormones like adrenaline, which increase our heart rate and blood pressure and give us more energy to respond to the threat.

This response is essential for survival as it allows us to quickly assess the situation and take action if necessary. However, if the RAS is constantly on high alert due to perceived threats, this can lead to us feeling anxious and tense. This can impact our day-to-day life in a number of ways, such as making it difficult to concentrate or sleep.

How can we support our RAS?

Fortunately, there are a few things we can do to help support our RAS. First, it’s important to try to limit the amount of incoming information we are exposed to. This means being selective about what news sources we consume and limiting our time on social media. Second, we can try to reduce stress in our life by practicing relaxation techniques like yoga or meditation. Finally, we can make sure to get enough rest and exercise, as both of these help to support a healthy RAS.

Applying RAS for manifesting things we want in our lives.

The RAS can also be used to manifest the things we want in our lives. This is done by focusing on what we want and taking action steps towards it. When we focus on what we want, RAS will help to filter out any distractions and keep us focused on our goal. Additionally, taking action steps towards our goal will help to trigger the release of stress hormones like adrenaline, which will increase our energy and motivation. So if you’re looking to manifest your dream life, start by focusing on what you want and taking action steps towards it. RAS will take care of the rest!

August 3 2022

Can Sugar and Sucralose Damage Your Brain? – Dr Daniel Amen

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Dr. Daniel Amen discusses what new research has to say about how our consumption of sugar affects our brain. We already know sugar is addictive and pro-inflammatory. Let’s see how else sugar is affecting our health. And is stevia a better choice?

March 25 2022

Alzheimer’s and Infrared Light Breakthroughs

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Alzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia that affects millions of people around the world. It can cause a person to lose their memory, ability to think clearly, and even their independence.

Parts of Brain Affected

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for 60-80% of all cases. Dementia is a general term for decline in cognitive function due to disease or injury. Alzheimer’s specifically affects the areas of the brain responsible for memory, language, and thinking.

Cause of Alzheimer’s

The cause of Alzheimer’s is still unknown, but it is believed to be a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Age is the biggest risk factor for developing Alzheimer’s, with the majority of cases occurring in people over 65 years old though cases in younger people is becoming more common. Other risk factors include family history, previous head injuries, and Down syndrome.

Symptoms

There is no one symptom that indicates someone has Alzheimer’s disease. However, common early symptoms include memory loss, difficulty completing familiar tasks, and changes in mood or personality. As the disease progresses, symptoms can include delusions, hallucinations, difficulty speaking, and an inability to care for oneself.

Is There a Cure?

There is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, but there are treatments available that can improve symptoms and help people live independently for longer. These treatments include medication, cognitive training exercises, support groups, and a clinical study using infrared light is showing some great promise.

Dr Paul Chazot is a Senior Lecturer at Durham University and is leading the research of using infrared light therapy to reverse dementia symptoms by triggering nerve cell repair and increasing blood flow to the brain with the use of a special medical device that is worn on the head. Watch video below for more details and to see what this device looks like.

Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating condition that affects millions of people around the world. However, by understanding the facts about Alzheimer’s, we can better support those who are affected by it. A great source for more information is the Alzheimer’s Association.

Just six minutes of using this device twice a day is showing amazing results.

November 14 2019

4 Ways To Show Your Brain Some Love!

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Our brain is one of our most important organs, yet it is so often neglected. When you realize the importance of our brain’s function when it comes to the rest of our body working properly, you’ll want to make sure that your brain is as healthy as possible.

Here are four simple things that you can start doing right now to show your brain some much needed love!

November 6 2019

Digital Dementia – Are You At Risk?

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With the immense advancement in portable devices like our cell phones and tablets we have an infinite amount of information at our fingertips. This is an amazing thing, but it also comes at a price to our health.

Our brain is like a muscle and if we don’t use it, we lose it. We are relying and have become more and more dependent on using our digital devices instead of the greatest intelligence machine that we have been blessed with – our brain.

October 9 2018

Healthy Cup of Coffee

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I personally do not need a cup of coffee to get my day started, but on occasion I do enjoy a good cup of joe (maybe 3-4 times per week). However, I do not make a pit stop at my local Starbucks or DD (some of those coffees contain more sugar than a can of soda), instead I make mine in the following way for a nice boost of health benefits…

Ingredients:

Four Sigmatic Mushroom Coffee – I personally use the one with Lion’s Mane and Chaga to add a nice boost to my brain for increased focus and productivity. No, this coffee does not taste like mushrooms, but you sure do get the benefits!

Grass Fed Collagen Peptides – if you’re a vegetarian, you might not want to add this; but if not, this is great for your skin and hair health. I personally use the Thrive Market brand. It’s tasteless so don’t worry about it adding any unwanted flavor to your coffee.

Grass Fed Butter – real butter is healthier than all butter substitutes. Healthy fat that is excellent for your gut and brain health. Blending it will create a nice a delicious froth without using any creamer or milk (which you shouldn’t be drinking anyway).

Bulletproof Brain Octane Oil – this is designed to amplify ketosis and fuel our brain and body. It is flavorless and does not contain Lauric Acid.

Coffee is an excellent source of polyphenols, helps to improve cognition, and has been associated with reducing risk of dying from heart disease, diabetes, & lung disease. Just make sure to use good quality coffee (to eliminate risk of mold often found in industrial coffee beans) and leave out all the sugary crap and creamers!