Ep. 024 – Take Time to Reply

Posted on September 23, 2015 by Jason Pyles

Good morning and welcome to Episode 024 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 024, Dr. Trayford shares a very practical brain tip that everyone can benefit from. These days things seem to happen instantaneously and this can be a huge stressor for our brain. We often respond in a hurried manner to e-mails or other forms of communication when we should pause for a moment instead. Give yourself time to reflect and respond calmly. Your brain will thank you! You’ll love today’s show!

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. 023 – Sleep: White Noise-makers

Posted on September 22, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 023 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 023, Dr. Trayford gives a helpful brain tip for those of us who deal with stress management and difficulty sleeping. White noise-makers are a wonderful tool to help drown out the other noises that might distract us while we are trying to fall asleep. He cautions us against using the TV as our white-noise source, however, as they will engage our minds too much and might make the problem of falling asleep worse. You’ll love today’s show!

Ep. 022 – “Brain Games”

Posted on September 21, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 022 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 022, Dr. Trayford talks about the right and wrong way to use brain games to keep your brain sharp. There are those who report that brain games have not helped their brain function as much as they would have hoped. Listen in to learn how to make brain games work for you! Continue reading →

Ep. 021 – Cortisol Testing

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 021 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 021, Dr. Trayford takes the opportunity to teach us about cortisol testing. Cortisol is a hormone whose levels in our bodies correspond to the amount of stress we experience. In most states it is an option for you to test your own cortisol levels throughout the day. Listen to this episode to find out if you could benefit from monitoring and managing this hormone. Join us!

Ep. 020 – Exercise: Make The Time, Don’t Find the Time

Posted on September 19, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 020 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 020, Dr. Trayford sets the stage for upcoming brain training tips on the topic of exercise. When it comes to exercise the first step is making the time. He cautions us not to try to find the time. If exercise is a low priority then it probably just won’t fit in your busy day. Make an appointment for yourself to exercise – make the time! You’ll love today’s show!

Ep. 019 – Stop Smoking and Vaping

Posted on September 18, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 019 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 019, Dr. Trayford shares a brain tip that may seem like common sense: Stop smoking and vaping. Smoking (and even vaping) affects brain function, and though we don’t fully understand all the repercussions yet, these habits may have long-term effects on the brain. Let this be the reason that helps you kick the habit today! Join us!

Ep. 018 – Journaling for Stress Management (The Brain Dump)

Posted on September 17, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 018 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 018, Dr. Trayford gives another brain training tip about sleep. Do you find that you have a hard time falling asleep? The cause of your difficulty sleeping may be that your brain is having a hard time “turning off.” Dr. Trayford recommends keeping a notebook by your bed so that you can write down all the things that are on your mind. This will relieve your brain of the burden of trying to remember them all night and you may find that you have a much easier time falling asleep. Join us for the show!

Ep. 017 – Limit Saturated Fats

Posted on September 16, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 017 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 017, Dr. Trayford sets the record straight on saturated fat. While science seems to go back and forth, there is wisdom in keeping your saturated fat intake in check. Learn how this element of your diet will help your brain function. Join us!

Ep. 016 – A Word of Caution About Sleep Aids and Medications

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 016 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 016, Dr. Trayford teaches about sleep aids and how they work. He gives a word of caution about becoming too dependent on sleep medications. If you rely on sleep aids to get your rest, this show is a must-listen! Join us!

Ep. 015 – What Is Neuroplasticity? – Part 2

Posted on September 14, 2015 by Jason Pyles

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Good morning and welcome to Episode 015 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 015, Dr. Trayford continues his instruction on Neuroplasticity that began in Episode 008. There truly are things that you can do every day to keep your brain stretching and growing. For instance, as discussed in this episode, you can take a different route while driving to work. This is very stimulating to the brain. Another concept that Dr. Trayford addresses is the idea that if we’re not frustrated, than we’re not learning. So, try to do something new and puzzling today! Continue reading →

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Ep. 024 – Take Time to Reply

Ep. 023 – Sleep: White Noise-makers

Ep. 022 – “Brain Games”

Ep. 021 – Cortisol Testing

Ep. 020 – Exercise: Make The Time, Don’t Find the Time

Ep. 019 – Stop Smoking and Vaping

Ep. 018 – Journaling for Stress Management (The Brain Dump)

Ep. 017 – Limit Saturated Fats

Ep. 016 – A Word of Caution About Sleep Aids and Medications

Ep. 015 – What Is Neuroplasticity? – Part 2