Our brain, much like our muscles, benefits from its own form of exercise. Through dedicated training and stimulation, we can enhance our cognitive abilities, a testament to the remarkable phenomenon known as ‘neural plasticity’.
Neural plasticity is the brain’s remarkable ability to adapt and reorganise itself. According to the Foundation for Brain Research, ... Show More
Yesterday
Can our bodies really catch up on lost sleep?
We talk about sleep needs a lot on Do You Really Know, so regular listeners will be well aware that we need 7-9 hours each day, and that not getting enough can lead to negative health impacts. Regardless of who you are, when you get less than seven hours of sleep, you start accum ... Show More
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Yesterday
How can I avoid always feeling hungry?
The feeling of hunger can be difficult to explain sometimes, especially if you feel like you've eaten as much as you usually do. As a result, we often end up either snacking or putting up with a rumbling tummy for hours on end. Even if we manage to resist snacking, the risk is th ... Show More
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Oct 2022
How To Use Physical Activity For Better Focus with Jim Kwik
<p>Can physical exercise boost your brain power and focus?</p> <p>You’ve heard me say, as your body moves, the brain grooves. That’s because the primary reason you have a brain is to control the movement in your body. And as you move, your brain creates brain-derived neurotropic ... Show More
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Aug 2023
My Workout Routine: The Science of Exercise for a Sharper Mind with Jim Kwik
<p>What is the connection between physical exercise and your mental well-being.</p> <p>You’ve heard me say, as your body moves, your brain grooves. That’s because when you engage in physical activity, remarkable things happen inside your brain. Exercise doesn’t just impact your p ... Show More
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Apr 2021
10 Ways To Boost Your Brain Performance In 10 Minutes - Dr. Kristen Willeumier
Specialists say that we only use 10% of our brain, but even with that small percentage, the things we can do are extraordinary! Now imagine if we could biohack our brains. How much more could we unlock? Our guest today, Kristen Willeumier, Ph.D., is a renowned neuroscientist with ... Show More
46m 14s
Nov 2023
54 — 10 Ways to Boost Your Brain Power, Improve Brain Plasticity, and Enhance Your Memory with Brain Coach Jim Kwik
Your brain health is affected by everything from how much sleep you get to how much time you spend on your digital devices. However, most people don't spend much time thinking about improving their memory or accelerating learning. Instead, we attribute trouble learning to not bei ... Show More
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