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The brain controls everything you do. It is becoming increasingly clear that brain health is important for both our mental and physical well-being. Understanding more about how the brain works allows you to make better decisions in regards to your health. Let us help educate you on the brain and how it relates to your health.
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about the effect of the microbiome in brain injury severity and recovery. The gut microbiome is made up of many microorganisms that help the immune system fight pathogens, decrease inflammation, and promote...
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about the reasons most people should be taking a multivitamin, especially for cognitive health. Ideally, everyone is able to get their nutrients from the food they eat; however, the foods we eat are not...
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about the relationship between physical activity and severe outcomes with COVID-19. Physical activity has been shown to help many diseases like cardiovascular disease, obesity, and anxiety. The article...
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about how stress can affect and accelerate biological aging. All cells in the body have a lifespan that is relatively consistent, especially early in human life. As cells die, other cells are made to...
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about the theory behind using neuro-rehabilitation for post-concussion syndrome treatment. After a concussion, there are many changes that can occur in the brain. One of these is a lack of blood flow...
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about the beneficial effects of vagus nerve stimulation during stroke rehabilitation. Conventional physical therapy for stroke rehabilitation is a combination of stretching and strengthening dysfunctional...
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about the benefits of taking omega-3 fish oil before and after a concussion. The predominant omega-3s in the body are eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), but DHA is the most...
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about how the Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) can trigger multiple sclerosis (MS). Many viral infections have been shown to trigger autoimmune diseases, but the strong correlation between EBV and MS is astounding....
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about the most nutrient-dense foods to eat. Nutrient density can be described in multiple ways, but the article discussed looked specifically at micronutrients that are commonly deficient in low- and...
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about the time to start therapy after sustaining a concussion. A concussion can cause a lot of symptoms, some including headaches, nausea, dizziness, and balance problems. These symptoms can be due to...
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about how the cerebellum is used to improve function during brain rehabilitation. The cerebellum is termed the ‘little brain’ because it looks like the cerebrum (or ‘big brain’), but it actually has more...
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about how walking can be improved in patients with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Multiple Sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that affects the long fiber tracts connecting areas in the brain and spinal cord....
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about the importance of aerobic exercise following an acute concussion. Most common recommendations following a concussion are rest with no physical or mental activity and possibly in a dark room. This...
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about another amazing benefit of physical exercise for brain health. Chronic neuroinflammation is a hallmark of neurodegenerative diseases, but can also be present in post-concussion problems. Accompanying...
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about the relationship between the gut and restless leg syndrome. Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder causing unpleasant sensations in the legs that are worse with inactivity and generally...
Ask Dr. Nick On today’s episode, Dr. Nick talks about the importance of sleep for memory consolidation. Many high school and college students will stay up all night, or pull all-nighters, to study for an exam, but they are actually doing more harm than...
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