The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance Mini-Episode: Cool Facts Friday #20
Feb 25, 2022
Discover how mindful breathing can influence brain activity and manage pain, even in a virtual reality setting. Explore the fascinating link between circadian rhythms and immune responses, especially regarding Alzheimer's disease. Learn about the brain's refreshing process when dealing with visual stimuli and how our perception of reality is constructed in just 15 seconds. Plus, delve into historical medical repression dating back to Ivan the Terrible. This compilation is packed with intriguing scientific insights!
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Breathing and Brain Activity
- Breathing coordinates neuronal activity throughout the brain, impacting behavior and emotions.
- This occurs through the breathing rhythm itself, not just smell receptors.
VR for Pain Reduction
- Try virtual reality mindful breathing to reduce pain if traditional mindfulness is challenging.
- VR engages exteroception, while traditional mindfulness uses interoception.
Circadian Rhythm and Alzheimer's
- The brain's ability to clear Alzheimer's-related protein is linked to the circadian cycle.
- Maintaining a healthy circadian rhythm supports the immune system in clearing this protein.