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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 Vitamin D Impacts Brain Health, Cognitive Performance and Neuroprotection
This essay explores how vitamin D impacts brain health, cognitive performance and neuroprotection
Dr Oliver Finlay
Jul 123 min read
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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 Evolution of the Brain and Cognitive Performance from Childhood to Adulthood
Exploring the evolution of the brain and how it relates to the development of cognitive performance from childhood to adulthood
Dr Oliver Finlay
Jun 17, 202430 min read
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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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Apr 9, 202415 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 the Gut Brain Axis on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·     The gut microbiome consists of diverse microorganisms in the digestive tract, playing crucial roles in...
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Feb 20, 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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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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Nov 6, 202317 min read
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The Neurochemical Orchestra
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Hormones, neurotransmitters, neurotransmitter modulators and neuropeptides work in symphony,...
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Aug 23, 202312 min read
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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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Jul 29, 202313 min read
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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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Jul 29, 202311 min read
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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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Jun 5, 202341 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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