Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais Developing Your Brain for a Longer, Healthier Life | Neuroscientist Dr. Tommy Wood
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Feb 9, 2022 
Dr. Tommy Wood, a UK-trained MD and Assistant Professor at the University of Washington, shares insights on brain health and longevity. He discusses the importance of foundational nutrients for optimal brain function and the surprising connection between retirement and early mortality. Delving into the role of lifestyle factors in longevity, he highlights the significance of cognitive resilience and personal nutrition. Additionally, he examines how environmental influences shape health outcomes and the powerful impact of having purpose in life.
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Use It or Lose It
- Use your brain and body; they atrophy with disuse.
- This leads to earlier loss of function and death.
Brain-Boosting Activities
- Challenge your brain with coordinative movements, language learning, and music.
- Musicians and bilingual individuals show better brain connections later in life.
Deep Practice
- Engage in deep, frustrating practice for 10-20 minutes.
- Push yourself to the learning edge where you experience frustration and failure.