Granola Bars: As Unhealthy as Candy Bars?
Introduction Growing up in the 80s and 90s, granola bars were touted as the ultimate healthy snack. They were a staple in lunchboxes, purses, and camping backpacks. But are these …
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Expert Tips on Managing Digital Distraction
We live in an age of constant digital noise – pings, dings and rings pulling us in countless directions. While technology connects us in incredible ways, it also fragments focus …
Neuroplasticity: Science-Based Exercises to Rewire Your Brain
As a certified Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and nootropics expert, I am fascinated by the incredible ability of our brains to rewire and reconfigure themselves throughout our lifetime. This phenomenon, …
Intermittent Fasting for Brain Health: A Guide to Benefits and How To
I’ve been experimenting with various biohacks for optimizing my health and cognitive function over the years, but intermittent fasting (IF) stands out for its remarkable benefits for the brain. As …
Natural Ways to Boost Dopamine Levels Safely
Dopamine plays a major role in motivation, focus, memory, pleasure and mood regulation. Having optimal dopamine levels can help boost productivity, improve cognitive function, and simply make you feel good. …
Science of Smart Drugs: Their Benefits and Dangers Analyzed
Also referred to as nootropics or “limitless pills,” smart drugs promise to tantalize brain-boosting benefits. As a nutritionist and biohacking enthusiast, I’m often asked about these supplements – both their …
Pros and Cons of Ketosis for Brain Health
Ketosis has become an incredibly popular diet trend over the last few years. But is it actually good for your brain? As a certified Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, I’m often …
Optimizing GABA For Reduced Anxiety and Improved Sleep
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is the brain’s primary inhibitory neurotransmitter, meaning it calms down excessive neuronal firing activity to create balance in the central nervous system. Having optimal levels of GABA …
Exercise and Brain Health: Proven Cognitive Benefits
As a functional nutrition therapy practitioner and nootropics expert, I’m often asked if simple lifestyle measures like exercise can really make a difference for brain health and function. You may …
Caffeine Tolerance: Causes, Resetting and Modulation
As a functional nutrition therapy practitioner, I often work with clients struggling with diminished returns from their daily caffeine intake. Their cups of coffee or black tea, once brimming with …
Unleash Your Creativity: 9 Hacks for Accessing Flow States
As a certified Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner focused on evidence-based, holistic cognitive enhancement, I often get asked about the best ways to boost creativity. Through my work, I’ve discovered 9 …
Coffee and Gut Health: The Truth About Your Daily Brew’s Biome Benefits
As someone who has experienced firsthand the life-changing benefits of a well-functioning gut, I’ve often wondered how coffee influences the microbiome. I’ve heard so much conflicting data on coffee consumption’s …