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Good morning and welcome to Episode 80 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!

This morning Dr. Trayford shares tip number 80. In this day and age the expression “too much of a good thing” fits our usage of technology perfectly! So, Dr. Trayford’s tip today is to limit our use of social media. This alternate reality can actually hurt your brain function because it is distorted. Anything that is not typical will affect the brain as a stressor. Dr. Trayford gives several examples of how social media interactions are not typical, real-world conditions. Please consider limiting your social media time so as to make room for real interactions.

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 →