Ep. 124 – Mastication-Induced Arousal: Chewing Gum Makes You Smarter?

Posted on January 1, 2016 by Jason Pyles

Welcome to Episode 124 of The Train Your Brain Podcast with Dr. Michael Trayford. Every Monday we produce a 30-minute episode. Tuesday through Sunday we produce episodes with five-minute tips. Every episode of the Train Your Brain Podcast features a tip, so you can receive pointers 365 days a year that will help enhance the performance of your brain!

Today Dr. Trayford shares brain training tip 124. Mastication-Induced Arousal means that when you chew, gum in particular, you get a special little kick of energy. So, if you are taking a test and you need to focus or if you need a pick-me-up, then chewing will really do the trick. Thanks for listening!

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. 123 – Listen to Your Heart: Heart Rate Biofeedback

Posted on December 31, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Happy New Year’s Eve and welcome to Episode 123 of The Train Your Brain Podcast with Dr. Michael Trayford. Every Monday we produce a 30-minute episode. Tuesday through Sunday we produce episodes with five-minute tips. Every episode of the Train Your Brain Podcast features a tip, so you can receive pointers 365 days a year that will help enhance the performance of your brain!

Today Dr. Trayford shares brain training tip 123. In this episode you’ll hear about a tip that will help you learn about the concept of heart rate variability. This is a very simple way to learn how to track and manage your heart rate. There are monitors available in so many different forms these days. There are apps and pulse oximeters, etc. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 122 – You Snooze, You Lose

Posted on December 30, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 122 of The Train Your Brain Podcast with Dr. Michael Trayford. Every Monday we produce a 30-minute episode. Tuesday through Sunday we produce episodes with five-minute tips. Every episode of the Train Your Brain Podcast features a tip, so you can receive pointers 365 days a year that will help enhance the performance of your brain!

Today Dr. Trayford shares brain training tip 122. The alarm clock wakes you up in the morning and what is the first thing that you do? If your answer is that you push the snooze button, then you might want to rethink that move. Dr. Trayford recommends placing your alarm clock across the room so that you have to get out of bed to turn it off. Actually as you set a consistent sleep cycle, then you eventually may not need an alarm clock, but if you still do use an alarm clock then getting up when it goes off will ensure that your last few minutes of sleep in the morning aren’t interrupted. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 121 – Take Food Breaks: Intermittent Fasting

Posted on December 29, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 121 of The Train Your Brain Podcast with Dr. Michael Trayford. Every Monday we produce a 30-minute episode. Tuesday through Sunday we produce episodes with five-minute tips. Every episode of the Train Your Brain Podcast features a tip, so you can receive pointers 365 days a year that will help enhance the performance of your brain!

Today Dr. Trayford shares brain training tip 121. This might require a lifestyle change, but it is critical for your health. We should eat regular, frequent meals, but we should know snack constantly between meals. Fasting in between meals gives your digestive system a break from the highly tiring work of constantly processing food. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 120 – Interview With Danny Dreyer – The Man Behind ChiRunning

Posted on December 28, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 120 of the Train Your Brain Podcast with Dr. Michael Trayford. It’s Monday again, so this is our weekly, 30-minute episode. (Tuesday through Sunday we produce five-minute episodes with daily tips.) Every episode of the Train Your Brain Podcast provides advice for helping you to improve the function of your brain.

In Episode 120, Dr. Trayford welcomes guest Danny Dreyer of ChiRunningwho has come on the show to discuss his experience as an athlete and a trainer. We know that running is a highly physical exercise activity, but Danny has discovered a mind body connection with running that can change your life. Tip number 120 is to be completely mindful about each action movement that you do before you do it. What an enlightening tip! Thanks for listening. Continue reading →

Ep. 119 – The Dangers of Multitasking

Posted on December 27, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 119 of The Train Your Brain Podcast with Dr. Michael Trayford. Every Monday we produce a 30-minute episode. Tuesday through Sunday we produce episodes with five-minute tips. Every episode of the Train Your Brain Podcast features a tip, so you can receive pointers 365 days a year that will help enhance the performance of your brain!

On this fine Sunday Dr. Trayford shares a brain training tip that we can practice this very day. The tip is to concentrate on one thing at a time. When we multitask we are less-likely to retain, which means there is less longterm memory production. Additionally we are more distracted and more likely to make mistakes. Instead of trying to do many things at one time, consciously completely one activity at a time. Give this a try! Multitasking just results in superficial interactions and learning experiences. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 118 – Know Your Numbers: TSH

Posted on December 26, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 118 of The Train Your Brain Podcast with Dr. Michael Trayford. Every Monday we produce a 30-minute episode. Tuesday through Sunday we produce episodes with five-minute tips. Every episode of the Train Your Brain Podcast features a tip, so you can receive pointers 365 days a year that will help enhance the performance of your brain!

Today Dr. Trayford shares brain training tip number 118 regarding Thyroid Stimulating Hormone or TSH. There is a wide range for TSH levels. This can cause a conundrum for doctors because it is not clear where to intervene. This is am important test for Dr. Trayford and his team though because they know that stress management or one’s environment can affect the Thyroid gland. There are many things to take into account but it is smart to be concerned about your TSH. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 117 – Get Your Eyes Checked but Not for Glasses!

Posted on December 25, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 117 of The Train Your Brain Podcast with Dr. Michael Trayford. Every Monday we produce a 30-minute episode. Tuesday through Sunday we produce episodes with five-minute tips. Every episode of the Train Your Brain Podcast features a tip, so you can receive pointers 365 days a year that will help enhance the performance of your brain!

Today Dr. Trayford shares brain training tip number 117. Getting your eyes checked usually means getting glasses, but Dr. Trayford would also want to look at how your eyes move. People come into his office for performance, attention anxiety, etc. and one of the first things Dr. Trayford looks at is the eyes. Using Videonystagmography, seeing how well you move your eyes slow, how well you move your eyes fast, and the ability to hold your eyes on a target, he can help diagnose which part of the brain is not working properly. Think about getting your eyes tested in this way. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 116 – Fill Your Brain’s Gas Tank Consistently

Posted on December 24, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 116 of The Train Your Brain Podcast with Dr. Michael Trayford. Every Monday we produce a 30-minute episode. Tuesday through Sunday we produce episodes with five-minute tips. Every episode of the Train Your Brain Podcast features a tip, so you can receive pointers 365 days a year that will help enhance the performance of your brain!

Today Dr. Trayford shares brain training tip number 116 which is about giving our brain a steady source of food throughout the day. He encourages us not to skip meals. Skipping meals is not good for brain function and it probably won’t achieve the diet goals you hope for either because you’ll end up overeating at your next meal. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 115 – When It Comes to Sleep, You Need to Know

Posted on December 23, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 115 of The Train Your Brain Podcast with Dr. Michael Trayford. Every Monday we produce a 30-minute episode. Tuesday through Sunday we produce episodes with five-minute tips. Every episode of the Train Your Brain Podcast features a tip, so you can receive pointers 365 days a year that will help enhance the performance of your brain!

Today Dr. Trayford shares brain training tip number 115. We know by now how highly Dr. Trayford thinks of sleep. As far as brain health goes, sleep is supremely important, which is why you need to be aware of how much sleep you are getting. Time can distort your perception of the quality of your sleep so ask your spouse if you can’t remember. Keep a journal of how many hours of sleep you are getting so that you can notice and track improvements when they come. Thanks for listening!

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Category Archives: Podcast Episodes

Ep. 124 – Mastication-Induced Arousal: Chewing Gum Makes You Smarter?

Ep. 123 – Listen to Your Heart: Heart Rate Biofeedback

Ep. 122 – You Snooze, You Lose

Ep. 121 – Take Food Breaks: Intermittent Fasting

Ep. 120 – Interview With Danny Dreyer – The Man Behind ChiRunning

Ep. 119 – The Dangers of Multitasking

Ep. 118 – Know Your Numbers: TSH

Ep. 117 – Get Your Eyes Checked but Not for Glasses!

Ep. 116 – Fill Your Brain’s Gas Tank Consistently

Ep. 115 – When It Comes to Sleep, You Need to Know