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This page is designed to help develop understanding around the structure and function of the brain. We will explain how changes may occur through time or pathology, what interventions are available and how they may elicit change. We will review the literature and evaluate how powerful the science is supporting potential interventions.
How Ketosis Impacts Brain Health and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·     Ketogenic diets shift metabolism to fat burning, producing ketones (ketosis) and positively impact the...
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Apr 436 min read
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The Impact of VOâ‚‚ Max on Brain Function and Cognitive Performance
Explore the link between VO2 Max and cognitive performance and how enhancing VO2 max through exercise positively impacts brain function
Dr Oliver Finlay
Nov 11, 202417 min read
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The Impact of Jet Lag on Brain Function and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS: ·      Jet lag disrupts our internal body clock, causing misalignment with the external environment....
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Mar 30, 20248 min read
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The Impact of Gratitude Practice on the Brain and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·     Gratitude positively impacts mental well-being, with recent research showing it affects brain...
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Mar 11, 202410 min read
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The Impact of Hydration and Electrolytes on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·     The brain, largely water, requires hydration for cognitive processes. Even mild dehydration impacts...
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Feb 21, 202410 min read
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The Impact of Chronic Stress on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·     Chronic stress induces changes in the brain's structure and function, impacting the hippocampus and...
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Jan 31, 202414 min read
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The Impact of Cold Immersion on the Brain and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Cold immersion induces "cold shock" with physiological changes like tachycardia and hypertension, with...
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Nov 11, 202315 min read
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How the Menstrual Cycle Impacts the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · The menstrual cycle involves hormonal fluctuations and intricate interplay between various systems in...
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May 24, 202319 min read
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External Factors Influencing Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Good sleep is crucial for cognitive performance as it plays a crucial role in memory consolidation,...
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Apr 27, 202345 min read
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Functional and Structural Changes to the Brain in Response to Meditation
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS 1. Meditation can lead to both functional and structural changes in the brain, which may explain its...
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Apr 9, 202326 min read
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