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Ep. 169 – Top 10 Brain Health Tips – Part 1

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Welcome to Episode 169 of the Train Your Brain Podcast with Dr. Michael Trayford. In this show, Dr. Trayford condenses a lot of the great tips that he’s referred to so far in the form of a Top 10 list. If you want the most bang for your buck, then follow these most important brain training tips.
1. Get adequate sleep
2. Manage stress
3. Exercise
4. Drink water
5. Consume the right kind of fat

Also, for the daily tip of the day Dr. Trayford shares some information of what carbonation does to your brain. Listen in to hear about “Bubbles and your Brain.”

Thanks for listening and join us! For your own free copy of Dr. Trayford’s E-book visit Apex Brain Centers.com.

Now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

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. 165 – Take Yourself to a Deserted Island

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Welcome to the Train Your Brain Podcast Episode number 165. Thanks for tuning in today! Dr. Trayford has a great tip to share to help with stress management. Guided imagery is a wonderful tool to relax. There are several different types, but typically there is audio guidance to lead you through a relaxation session. Often you’ll be prompted to imagine yourself on a deserted island. Whatever works for you is great; just make sure that you make a conscious effort to soothe your sympathetic nervous system. Thanks for listening!

Now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

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. 148 – An Interview With Ariel Garten, Creator of Muse

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 148 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.

Through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

In Episode 148, Dr. Trayford has arranged for us to hear from an incredible guest Ariel Garten who is the Creator of Muse. Ariel believes in the power that comes from truly knowing oneself and she has developed a mindfulness tool to help others achieve that goal. Ariel is offering a $50 discount to Train Your Brain Podcast listeners. It is simply remarkable to be able to track the state of your brain through stress, focus and relaxation. Usually we are far too distracted by our world to even notice how we feel in our own mind let alone coach ourselves in improving our mental state. You’ll love hearing about what this device can do for you.

The 148th brain training tip is to practice mindful meditation. Meditation will absolutely change your life and it will change your brain. You’ll be a more centered person who is more in control of themselves and more at ease. Your brain will literally age better if you practice meditation. Thanks for listening. Continue reading →

Ep. 145 – What’s So Funny?

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Hello dear listeners! Today Dr. Trayford shares brain training tip number 145 which is quite a hoot! Seriously, this is the best form of recovery therapy you’ll ever encounter: Laughing. Doesn’t that just ring true to you? Laughter is an incredible boost for your brain. Surround yourself with humor and positivity and healing can happen. Thanks for listening!

Now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

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. 144 – Preparation Is Key

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Hello dear listeners! Today Dr. Trayford shares brain training tip number 144 which is: Preparation is key. Just think of the difference in your peace of mind when you can walk into a situation prepared! Unfortunately there do seem to be some things that blindside us, like an interpersonal conflict, for example. Actually, one way to prepare for that, that you might not have thought about before is to put yourself into someone else’s shoes. This form of empathy arms you with the forethought to navigate a social situation well. Treat your brain kindly by being prepared in all things, so that you don’t have an excessive amount of stressful situations in your life. Thanks for listening!

Now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

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. 136 – Breathe Like You’re on a SWAT Team

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Welcome to Episode 136 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!

Now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

Today Dr. Trayford shares brain training tip 136. This will make complete sense. When things are getting a little stressful follow the example of the guys who have to stay cool no matter what. This is the technique that SWAT teams utilize and it will serve you, too! Concentrate on keeping your breathing steady and you’ll also be able to keep your head about you. 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. 135 – Accept What You Cannot Control

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Welcome to Episode 135 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!

Now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

Today Dr. Trayford shares brain training tip 135. Did you know that you can actually release harmful chemicals in your brain when you worry? It is so important to a healthy lifestyle to accept what we cannot control. If you are concerned with something that is someone else’s problem or something that is your problem but that you can’t change, you are actually doing yourself harm. Focus on the things that are within your control and do as much good as you can! 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. 130 – Identify What’s Stressing You Out

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Welcome to Episode 130 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!

Now through the end of February we are having a special contest for Train Your Brain Podcast Listeners to send in their best brain training tip for a chance to win a $25 gift card!

Today Dr. Trayford shares brain training tip 130. Sometimes Dr. Trayford’s tips make so much sense that it just feels right to your soul! This is one of those tips. Identify what’s stressing you out. You might be under so much stress that you don’t stop to figure out exactly what is causing it. Taking this kind of inventory demystifies stress and empowers you to be able to make small changes that will have a huge impacts. 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

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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!

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. 119 – The Dangers of Multitasking

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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!

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 →