Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik

Performance Hacks with Dave Asprey

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Apr 11, 2017
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INSIGHT

Mitochondria Drive Mental Performance

  • 'Head Strong' centers on increasing cellular energy via mitochondria to improve thinking and focus.
  • Enhancing mitochondrial function underlies both short-term hacks and long-term brain health.
ADVICE

Short-Term Sugar Boost

  • If you need a short-term mental boost, add about 5–6 grams of sugar to your coffee for 1–2 hours of improved focus.
  • Avoid using this regularly because it can cause blood sugar crashes and long-term harm to mitochondria.
ADVICE

Smart Use Of Coffee

  • Use coffee or caffeine to raise alertness when needed, but prefer coffee without neurotoxins to avoid crashes and jitter.
  • Choose lab-tested or cleaner coffee options if regular coffee knocks you out or makes you jittery.
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