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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.
Dr Oliver Finlay
Nov 11, 202417 min read
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
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Apr 9, 202415 min read
The Impact of Shift Work on Brain Function and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·      Shift work disrupts circadian rhythms, impacting brain function and cognitive performance. ·      ...
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mindflowperformance
Mar 30, 20248 min read
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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mindflowperformance
Mar 28, 202413 min read
The Impact of Circadian Rhythm Disruption on Brain Function and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS: ·      Circadian rhythm disruptions affect brain function and cognition. ·      Changes in gene expression...
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mindflowperformance
Mar 11, 202410 min read
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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mindflowperformance
Feb 21, 202410 min read
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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Jan 31, 202414 min read
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 13, 202422 min read
The Impact of Depression on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·     Depression is a complex interplay between the mind and body that can impact the brain both physically...
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mindflowperformance
Nov 11, 202315 min read
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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mindflowperformance
Nov 6, 202317 min read
The Impact of Parkinson's Disease on Cognitive Function
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Parkinson's Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that is primarily known for its motor symptoms,...
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mindflowperformance
Oct 17, 202316 min read
The Impact of Alzheimer's Disease on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Alzheimer's Disease features abnormal protein accumulations, amyloid-beta plaques, and tau tangles,...
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mindflowperformance
Jul 29, 202313 min read
Alcohol and the Long Term Impact on the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Alcohol interacts with GABA, glutamate, dopamine, and serotonin, affecting their impact on the brain. ·...
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mindflowperformance
Jul 29, 202311 min read
Alcohol and the Short Term Impact on the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Alcohol easily passes through the blood brain barrier and interacts with neurotransmitters, affecting...
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mindflowperformance
Jul 7, 202330 min read
The Impact of Menopause on Brain Structure and Function
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Declining oestrogen levels during menopause can cause structural changes in the brain and...
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mindflowperformance
Jun 12, 202322 min read
The Impact of Social Isolation on Brain Health
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Prolonged social isolation has been associated with a decrease in grey matter volume in brain regions...
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mindflowperformance
Jun 5, 202341 min read
Exercise for Cognitive Performance and Brain Health
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Exercise has a positive impact on the brain, enhancing cognitive performance and providing...
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mindflowperformance
May 30, 202324 min read
The Impact of Sugar on Brain Structure and Function
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Sugar consumption affects glucose metabolism by causing spikes in blood sugar levels, leading to...
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mindflowperformance
May 24, 202319 min read
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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mindflowperformance
May 1, 202351 min read
Fats and the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Fats are one of the essential nutrients that are required for our body's proper functioning. They are...
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mindflowperformance
Apr 28, 202345 min read
Structure and Function of the Cerebral Cortex
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Structural changes in the cerebral cortex in response to chronic stress can impact mental and physical...
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