The gut has been dubbed “the second brain” because the communication between the brain and the gut is ongoing from birth and plays a significant role in shaping how the brain is wired. A new study in the journal General Psychiatry shows that addressing one’s gut health might be an effective treatment for anxiety! The
Give your brain a boost with walnuts! Eating 7 walnuts a day can increase focus, short-term memory and multitasking ability by 45%, and also cut dementia risk by 58% – thanks to their polyphenols, which help breakdown brain-aging waste. A new study from the University of Birmingham found that night-owls have lower resting-state brain activity – which
Boost your brain by listening to music! Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers found that listening to your favorite song has similar effects on the brain as a full workout, and listening to music from your childhood boosts focus and concentration. Need to focus? Chew gum! A study in the journal Physiology & Behavior found that chewing gum 6 minutes
Q: Any tips for managing rheumatoid arthritis pain? A: “Try exercises like swimming, walking, yoga and even light strength training! Exercise releases pain and inflammation-blocking endorphins, which help reduce pain and stiffness.” ~ Elroy Vojdani, MD, IFMCP Q: What lifestyle changes have been shown to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s? A: “Diet has been shown
Our team is fearless in getting to the root cause of our patient’s chronic medical conditions, and we encourage you to be fearless in pursuit of your goals! Every day is a great day to start a new resolution. The Regenera Medical team encourages you use today to start making positive changes! Positive thinking is
If you experience rheumatoid arthritis, try an infrared sauna! A study conducted at Saxion University reported they’re proven to be effectively reduce pain, stiffness and fatigue. For all of our patients with RA, we advocate an infrared sauna once a week for 45 min! Check out our Brentwood neighbors at Sauna Bar LA. Diminish osteoarthritis in
Boost memory with exercise! A new University of Maryland study has found that just 1 exercise session boosts brain circuits responsible for memory – including the hippocampus – which is affected first in Alzheimer’s disease. Our founder, Elroy Vojdani MD, IFMCP is a big fan of intermittent fasting, and often incorporates it into his patients treatment plans.
Trying to slim down? Choose your post-workout snack before you hit the gym. University of Nebraska – Lincoln researchers found that you’re ⅓ more likely to choose a healthy snack if you decide on it before your workout. We recommend a handful of almonds! Trying to shed some extra lbs? Rethink your snack time. A study
Do you have trouble falling asleep? Try sleeping with socks on! Sleeping with socks regulates your body temperature, which signals to your body that it’s time for bed – helping you fall asleep faster and sleep more soundly. Sleep better with blue light-blocking glasses! A University of Houston study found that wearing these glasses before bed boosts
Reduce your risk of stroke by eating breakfast! The University of California San Francisco researchers found that eating a healthy breakfast makes you 150% less likely to have plaque buildup in your arteries – which leads to stroke. A new study has linked ultra-processed foods to early death. Our founder, Elroy Vojdani MD, IFMCP is