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Reverse Brain Disorders Summit

brain health Nov 16, 2022

How brilliant, delicately crafted, and fearfully designed are the intricate workings of the human brain and its relationship to the mind and body. The more that we discover through the research of devoted scientists, lifelong learners, doctors, and researchers, the more that we realize how much we may have yet to uncover. The brain is quite vulnerable, and in need of mind and body-supporting tools in order to function at its optimal capacity. When we are bombarded with mental or physical toxins and have no defense strategies to combat them, we may be left with cracks in our armor. If left unattended, these cracks could lead to disorders including ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Alzheimer's, chronic fatigue, or cognitive decline.

 

At the Reverse Brain Disorders Summit, you will learn how to protect your brain from very preventable diseases, discover healing tools, and learn life-changing information about the beautiful complexities of the human brain and mind. The first step toward...

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The Art of Listening to Your Body: The Autonomic Nervous System

lifestyle medicine Nov 15, 2022

The autonomic nervous system is responsible for controlling our bodily functions that happen automatically, such as digestion, breathing, and heart rate. It also plays a role in the fight or flight response through the sympathetic nervous system and the rest and digest response through the parasympathetic nervous system. It is important for us to know the difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic states of the nervous system so that we can know the signs of nervous system imbalance and make adjustments as needed.

If we ignore signs our body is sending us, we may experience unpleasant physical symptoms or prolong a health flareup. We can make it a practice to periodically take a pause and check in with our body- We may notice tension in our shoulders, holding our breath, or our heart racing when we spend a little too much time in the sympathetic state, or fight or flight mode. Ideally, we should take this as information from our body, signaling that we may need to take a...

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Improve your Vital Signs Through Powerful Mind-Body Medicine Techiniques

lifestyle medicine Nov 15, 2022

Mind-body medicine consists of a body of work that promotes mental, emotional, and physical healing in the midst of an ever-changing environment through tools that encourage self-awareness. Mind-body medicine tools are not only proven to improve mental health but are shown to have strong physical health benefits. One major practice that has been adopted worldwide, due to its various known benefits is autogenic and biofeedback training. Through autogenic training, also known as self-hypnosis, individuals can gain control over their physiological responses by using mental techniques to improve physical health and well-being. Biofeedback uses devices to monitor various bodily functions like heart rate and skin temperature, helping individuals learn how to control these processes through conscious awareness.

 

Both autogenic training and biofeedback provide many benefits to those who practice them. Autogenic training (AT) has even been adopted worldwide. For example, both NASA and...

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Gut Brain Connection 101

lifestyle medicine Nov 14, 2022

If you have ever experienced or are experiencing chronic digestive issues, you know how challenging they can be to overcome and how much they can impact your everyday life. Not only do digestive issues cause physical symptoms such as bloating, pain, nausea, diarrhea, or constipation but they can also lead to a change in mood or mental state. We know how connected the gut is to our brain, so much so that we call it the second brain. Therefore, it's no surprise that when we experience digestive issues, we may feel more anxiety, brain fog, fatigue, irritability, and sometimes even depression. This may be due to real physiological changes in the gut and brain as well as the mental stress that comes with managing digestive issues. Dealing with chronic gut issues can in some cases lead to the cessation of engaging in regular activities due to fear of not having access to a restroom or the inability to eat out due to food restrictions. The good news is that there are healing tools that can...

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Impactful Ways to Start your Day

lifestyle medicine Nov 14, 2022

The attitude and mindset  that we have going into each day is so important. We know how detrimental stress is to the body, so it is vital to create a routine can help us to better manage stress and increases mental wellness. Though we may have days where we have to frantically rush out the door and stop for coffee on the way, it may be best for our mental and physical health to start the day with self awareness and intention. Here are a few tips to create a morning routine to boost productivity, mindfulness, and wellness!

 

Define, Write, and Review your ‘Why’

When we are not operating in a way that is compatible with our values, we rob ourselves of authentic growth. Imagine this - you wake up feeling excited to tackle the day, as you are expecting to witness amazing things happen before your eyes. You look forward to impacting the lives of those around you in a positive way. You are content. Sure, you may have an off day but it does not derail you. Why?...

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The Importance of a Circadian Rhythm Diet for Sleep and Brain Health

lifestyle medicine Nov 08, 2022

Getting enough quality sleep is essential for overall health and well-being, and recent research has shown that following a circadian rhythm diet can greatly improve our sleep. Our bodies have an internal clock, known as the circadian rhythm, which regulates important bodily functions

In a society that often prioritizes success, achievement, and work over rest, it is no wonder that many are operating in a state of total burn out. Most of us have a lot going on between work, family life, chores, hobbies, etc. However, the negative health consequences sleep deprivation imposes on the brain and body have pushed us to discuss the importance of prioritizing quality sleep.

Getting enough quality sleep is crucial for maintaining overall brain health. If you have ever struggled with sleep, you know how important it is to cognitive performance. Many with sleep issues suffer from irritating brain fog, memory issues, and difficulty focusing. It is important to take action and prioritize sleep...

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Our Services at Texas Center for Lifestyle Medicine

lifestyle medicine Nov 08, 2022

Why are we unique? We join forces with medical communities that have the same vision as us: to help patients on their way to recovery, with a personal and integrative approach.We think that everybody should have access to nutritious food, wellness education, efficient natural healing tools, community support,... all of which are shown to impact chronic illness favorably. Our patients want to get better through lifestyle changes and natural methods instead of being completely dependent on medicine prescribed by doctors.

 

Our services have proven to significantly improve health outcomes of those suffering from metabolic diseases, diabetes, autoimmunity, cancer, brain and neurological diseases, sleep disorders, digestive issues, hormone imbalances, and more.

 

The provided virtual and in-person group opportunities are open to all, as we collaborate with other primary care physicians who refer patients to our services. 

Don’t have a PCP? We can provide you with...

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The Importance of Community for Brain and Mental Health

lifestyle medicine Nov 08, 2022

It is widely known that maintaining a strong social support network is important for mental health. But did you know that social isolation can also have negative impacts on our brain health?

 

According to a study published in the journal Brain, Behavior, and Immunity, prolonged social isolation was found to increase inflammation in the brain, leading to negative effects on learning and memory. Other studies have shown that social isolation can lead to changes in brain structure, including decreased gray matter volume in areas important for emotional processing and cognitive function.

 

This portrays just how much social isolation can drastically impact both brain and mental health. A study, published in the journal Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, found that individuals who reported feeling lonely had decreased brain volume in areas associated with memory and cognitive function with an increased risk for dementia.

 

In a separate study, published in the journal...

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How to Support your Sleep Cycle

lifestyle medicine Nov 08, 2022

When we think of quality sleep (the deep sleep that is so needed to prevent all chronic illnesses), we don’t just think about the number of hours that one is sleeping. We think about how many sleep cycles one is able to achieve, and if their brain actually remaining asleep throughout the night. We think of how one is breathing, especially if there is gasping, mouth breathing, congestion, blocked airways, etc.

 

Every night, we should be entering into several cycles of light, deep, and REM sleep. However, if we are going through a stressful period, if we are having difficulty falling and staying asleep, or if we have an undiagnosed sleep disorder, we may not be achieving the quality sleep that is so needed for our bodies. While we are sleeping, our cells are undergoing cleanup processes; one of which is called autophagy.This process is easier to achieve when our bodies get uninterrupted quality sleep, as our cells will then have the ability to spend energy on cleaning...

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'One Man's Medicine is Another Man's Poison'

lifestyle medicine Nov 08, 2022

As a society, we typically wish for a one size fits all approach to healing, because we tend to think this will simplify and speed up our healing porcess. However, we are so uniquely wired that there is a much better approach to discovering what tools will work best for us individually, in the specific season we are experiencing. Therefore, we encourage a bio-individualized approach to health.

 

I believe if more of us embraced this concept, we would have a greater likelihood of supporting our body's health needs. Bio-individuality is the concept that each person's biology is unique, so we differ from others when it comes to our nutritional needs, ideal exercise regimen, routine, food tolerances, stress tolerance, and more . This means that what works for one person might not work for another and that we need to take our ancestry, genetics, and even our microbiome profile into account when following physical and mental wellness protocols.

 

Not only do each of us come from...

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