Category Archives: Lifestyle Modification / Brain Hygiene

Ep. 267 – Insights on Successful Aging: Interview With Larry, a Lifelong Learner

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Happy Monday Train Your Brain Podcast listeners! Dr. Trayford is here with a special guest Larry Harden to discuss lifelong learning and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Developing Neuro-plasticity will truly enrich your years.

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Albert Einstein said “If your stop learning, you start dying.” It is so important to continually learn new things throughout life regardless of age. This promotes self-motivation and keeps your mind young.

The tip for today, tip number 267 is to never stop learning new things!

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Ep. 266 – De-clutter Your Workspace

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Happy Sunday Train Your Brain Podcast listeners! Today’s tip is number 266 and it is something that you could do in just a day or two. The tip is to de-clutter your work space. You’ll be able to work so much more effectively, especially if your work involves multi-tasking. So, make sure your desk and work area are clean and tidy and do it today! Thanks for listening!

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Ep. 264 – Give Blood

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Good morning Train Your Brain Podcast listeners! Dr. Trayford and Jason Pyles bring you tip number 264. There are so many benefits to giving blood. Your own blood flows better, you keep your iron levels balanced, and you are 88% less likely to have a heart attack! Statistically, those who give blood live longer than those who do not give blood. Most of all anytime you put service above self you are doing something good for your brain! Thanks for listening and have a great day.

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Ep. 261 – Rearrange Your Furniture

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Good morning Train Your Brain Podcast listeners! Your host Dr. Trayford and producer Jason Pyles bring you tip number 261 today to help keep your brain sharp. The tip is to rearrange your furniture. Change is good for the brain. By moving things around every once in a while you give your brain the opportunity to recalculate spaces and routes and that is great exercise for your mind. Also, it can be very stimulating and anti-depressive to mix things up. Thanks for listening!

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Ep. 256 – Pay it Forward

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Welcome to Train Your Brain Podcast tip number 256! Today Dr. Trayford brings you a very heart-warming and brain-healthy tip. He simply encourages us to pay it forward. The more you can create connections with your fellow man and spread goodness the healthier and happier your brain will be. Thanks for listening!

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Ep. 248 – Sunlight Is Good for Your Eyes (and Your Brain)

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Good morning Train Your Brain Podcast listeners! Today we bring you tip number 248 from your host Dr. Trayford and co-host Jason Pyles. Sunlight is good for your eyes and your brain. We need a certain amount of sunlight to help with stress levels and hormone levels. It also helps our sleep cycles be better. So, take off those sunglasses every once in a while! Thanks for listening!

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If you have any concerns regarding the information and applications discussed in this podcast, please consult your physician and a doctor who is experienced in functional neurology. Michael Trayford DC, DACNB is available for consultation by calling (828) 708-5274. Thanks for listening. Continue reading →

Ep. 247 – Service Above Self

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Good morning Train Your Brain Podcast listeners! Today we bring you tip number 247 from your host Dr. Trayford and producer Jason Pyles. Putting others’ needs above your own is actually very beneficial. Consider donating time toward helping a neighbor or volunteering at a school. Studies show that if you serve people your brain will work better and Dopamine levels increase. Thanks for listening!

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Ep. 245 – Close Your Laptop and Write Things Down

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Good morning Train Your Brain Podcast listeners! Welcome to episode 245 with your host Dr. Trayford and producer Jason Pyles. Today Dr. Trayford tells us why doing things the old fashioned way just might be a good idea. In the case of how you make a note of things he recommends physically writing it down. Writing things down is more effective than recording a voice reminder or typing. This is because by taking notes longhand you have to be more selective about what you write and you process the information better. Thanks for listening!

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If you have any concerns regarding the information and applications discussed in this podcast, please consult your physician and a doctor who is experienced in functional neurology. Michael Trayford DC, DACNB is available for consultation by calling (828) 708-5274. Thanks for listening. Continue reading →

Ep. 240 – Fight Your Way to a Better Brain

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Good morning and welcome to the Train Your Brain Podcast. Today Dr. Trayford shares Brain Training tip number 240. It is so important to maintain a confidence physically throughout our lives. This impacts the way our brain works in several ways, as it promotes balance and motor control. Practicing Jujitsu and other forms of martial arts is an excellent way to keep your brain sharp. Thanks for listening!

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If you have any concerns regarding the information and applications discussed in this podcast, please consult your physician and a doctor who is experienced in functional neurology. Michael Trayford DC, DACNB is available for consultation by calling (828) 708-5274. Thanks for listening. Continue reading →

Ep. 232 – How Do I Prepare for an Intensive Brain Training Program?

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Good morning listeners! Happy Monday and welcome to Episode 232. Today Dr. Trayford tells us exactly how to prepare for an Intensive Brain Training Program. Because brain training can be intensive and requires time and resources you need to be prepared. Be mentally, physically and financially ready so that you get the most out of your experience. There are some basic good practices that you should adopt beforehand. Get good quality sleep, hydration and nutrition. Take a vacation from your supplements and cut down on your technology usage. These small changes will prime your body and brain to improve and rehabilitate.

The tip for today is to prepare to succeed. Always good advice! Have a great day!

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If you have any concerns regarding the information and applications discussed in this podcast, please consult your physician and a doctor who is experienced in functional neurology. Michael Trayford DC, DACNB is available for consultation by calling (828) 708-5274. Thanks for listening. Continue reading →