The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

4 Experts Share Tips to Boost Brain Health, Focus, and Thinking : 1183

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Jul 23, 2024
Join Dr. Daniel Amen, renowned psychiatrist, as he shares daily practices to enhance brain health and prevent decline. Memory guru Jim Kwik dishes out tips on boosting reading and focus, while neuroscientist Dr. Adam Gazzaley introduces Endeavor RX, a game that improves attention in children and adults alike. Dr. Patrick Porter unveils BrainTap technology, combining guided meditation and light therapy for cognitive enhancement. Together, they explore the intersection of brain health, mindfulness, and innovative tools to amplify cognitive function.
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Anesthesia and Brain Health

  • Protect your brain from toxins, including general anesthesia, which can negatively affect mitochondrial function.
  • Consider the potential cognitive impact of anesthesia, especially prolonged exposure.
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Brain Exercise

  • Engage in physical and mental exercises for brain health.
  • Activities like table tennis, martial arts, and resistance training benefit both body and mind, says Jim Kwik.
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Reading for Brain Health

  • Read regularly to exercise your mind, including both fiction and nonfiction.
  • Fiction improves EQ and imagination, while nonfiction enhances informational learning, advises Jim Kwik.
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