Ep. 043 – Concussion

Posted on October 12, 2015 by Jason Pyles

Good morning and welcome to Episode 043 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 043, your host Dr. Trayford shares some sobering information about the real dangers of concussions. One could say that our society has become far too casual regarding concussions. There is nothing minor about brain trauma. Please listen to learn more and become educated about brain safety in its truest form. Continue reading →

Ep. 042 – Hemoglobin A1c

Posted on October 11, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 042 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!

In Episode 042, Dr. Trayford provides you with another way to measure how your body is handling sugar. In addition to having your blood sugar levels tested, you can have your Hemoglobin A1c tested. Beyond just providing a mere snapshot, this test also lets you know what kind of long-term damage you may be sustaining from the way your body is processing sugar.

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. 041 – Eat Smaller, More Frequent Meals

Posted on October 10, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 041 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!

In Episode 041, Dr. Trayford explains why it is so important that we eat throughout the day. We must give our bodies and minds a steady source of fuel. If you eat portions that are too large and then go several hours without anything at all, your brain has to go without. Listen in to learn how to properly care for yourself.

Ep. 040 – Remove Television From the Bedroom

Posted on October 9, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 040 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!

In Episode 040, Dr. Trayford gives us a brain training tip that will help with sleep. It may be tempting to watch your favorite movies or television programs late into the night, but this is quite unhealthy for us. Not only does it affect our ability to fall asleep, but it also keeps us up late, leaving us unrested the next morning. Listen to today’s show to make sure you’re getting your best night’s sleep. Join us!

Ep. 039 – Stress Management: Do Something You Like to Do

Posted on October 8, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 039 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!

In Episode 039, Dr. Trayford talks about one easy and fun way to engage your brain. This tip will also ease your stress levels. It may seem basic, but so many aren’t implementing it enough. Dr. Trayford advises us to do something that we enjoy doing. How’s that for homework? Listen to find out how doing something that you like to do can help your brain. Join us!

Ep. 038 – Wear Your Helmet!

Posted on October 7, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 038 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!

In Episode 038, Dr. Trayford talks about the absolute best thing that you can do to protect your brain health: wear a helmet. He shares some very alarming statistics that will convert you, if you aren’t converted already, to always wearing a helmet and ensuring that your children do the same. A must-listen! Join us!

Ep. 037 – Exercise With Someone

Posted on October 6, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 037 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!

In Episode 037, Dr. Trayford shares another helpful exercise tip! If you want to compound your exercise efforts, try exercising with someone. The synergy produced by exercising with another person will add many benefits to your life socially, physically and mentally! Try it, and you’ll see results!

Ep. 036 – Brain Timing: The Interactive Metronome

Posted on October 5, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 036 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 036, your host Dr. Trayford introduces a wonderful tool that can be used to train high-performing athletes and musicians and treat those suffering from brain injury, as well. It is based on millisecond brain reactions, and it is a fascinating way to optimize brain function. Listen to learn more. Join us! Continue reading →

Ep. 035 – Pick Your Battles

Posted on October 4, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 035 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!

In Episode 035, Dr. Trayford gives us a tip that puts our daily struggles in perspective. He reminds us to not only prioritize what we want to do but to prioritize what we don’t want to do. This means carefully choosing what we choose to act on and purposefully setting expectations for ourselves for what we will not act on. This tip makes for a healthier brain and a happier soul!

Ep. 034 – Fasting Blood Glucose: Know Your Numbers

Posted on October 3, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 034 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!

In Episode 034, Dr. Trayford talks about what happens to our blood glucose levels when we are fasting. It makes sense that we need to be aware of the effects that eating or not eating have on our blood sugar. Our blood glucose numbers affect not just our brain, but many other systems of the body.

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Ep. 043 – Concussion

Ep. 042 – Hemoglobin A1c

Ep. 041 – Eat Smaller, More Frequent Meals

Ep. 040 – Remove Television From the Bedroom

Ep. 039 – Stress Management: Do Something You Like to Do

Ep. 038 – Wear Your Helmet!

Ep. 037 – Exercise With Someone

Ep. 036 – Brain Timing: The Interactive Metronome

Ep. 035 – Pick Your Battles

Ep. 034 – Fasting Blood Glucose: Know Your Numbers