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Dr. Rick Allen, Ph.D
Dr. Rick is a graduate of the University of Sedona and is a Certified Master Hypnotist. He first began serious study of metaphysics and the paranormal at the age of 15, being encouraged by his intuitive mother. He was dubbed "The Man With E.S.P." by the Columbus Citizen Journal after demonstrating unusual intuitive abilities. Today Dr. Rick teaches, and demonstrates his abilities and metaphysics.
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Keeping Your Brain and Spiritual Heath in Check During The Holidays
While everyone gets wrapped-up in the holiday season, we tend to let our general health take a backseat. Even if we try to maintain our self physically we more often then not let our mental health suffer. We just forget how vital our brain health is.
It’s important to exercise and eat right in order to keep the body healthy, but being in good health doesn’t just mean physically, it includes mental and cognitive health. Our Chakras energy points get out of adjustment causing all kinds of problems that extend beyond our physical and mental and transcends to our spiritual being.
If you’re already eating well and exercising regularly, you’re on the right path. Here are 10 tips that will help to keep your brain active during the holidays.
10 Tips For Brain Health
1. Meditation – It is incredibly difficult to think when you have a head full of worry and concern. Meditation is an excellent way to promote brain health, as it reduces anxiety levels. It has also been shown to improve decision making skills, memory, and attention span. Additionally, it has physical health benefits. According to UCLA, practitioners of meditation have greater cognitive abilities, due to the increase in the gyri formation, which are folds that increase the brain’s surface area.
2. Feed Your Brain – According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, fish is the brain’s ultimate food, all because of omega-3 fatty acids. They contain anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties, reducing the risk of stroke and improving brain function. It can also reduce the risk of depression, bipolar disorder, and dementia.
3. N Backs – Working memory tasks (or n backs) are an assessment tool that is used to evaluate short-term memory. The n back is the cornerstone of exercises for the brain, and a great method for improving fluid intelligence. The tasks demand you to juggle a variety of tasks mentally and simultaneously. Cognitive Neuroscience Society published the results of experiments from the University of Maryland’s Susanne Jaeggi. Jaeggi found that those who engaged in n backs for 20 minutes a day for a month got better at the tasks, and improved their performance on other tasks not involved in the training. There are plenty of n back apps available for both Apple and Android phones.
4. Leafy Green Vegetables – Leafy greens contain vitamins and minerals that prevent dementia. Just like spices, leafy greens are rich in polyphenols, which protect the brain from disease and injury. According to the RMIT University in Australia, polyphenols can prevent strokes, and delay the symptoms of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
5. Eat Nuts – If squirrels had the ability to talk, they would probably brag about how amazing nuts are for brain power. Nuts (and seeds) are loaded with zinc, which, according to the University of Lancashire, is effective in improving cognitive function. Nuts also contain vitamin E, which is an antioxidant that boosts cognitive function.
6. Vitamin B12 and Folic Acid – The B complex vitamins play an important role in overall health and well being. B12 protects the brain from injury and disease, while folic acid regulates development and neurotransmitter activity.
7. Complex Carbohydrates – A glucose deficiency can affect your ability to think clearly and concentrate, your brain needs it. Increasing your intake of complex carbs will increase alertness. Don’t turn to energy drinks, instead choose oatmeal, brown rice, and whole-wheat bread, these provide you with energy all day long.
8. Coffee – Caffeine is a natural stimulant, and in coffee, you have the ability to activate the area of the brain, which improves cognitive functioning. Better yet, it’s packed with antioxidants, which promote neuron recovery from stress and injury. Research from Johns Hopkins University suggests that just an 8-ounce cup of Joe is sufficient to boost short-term memory and improve attention.
9. Apples – You’ve heard that an apple a day is a great way to keep the doctor at bay? Well, it’s also an excellent way to stave off memory loss. Apple skins contain quercetin, which according to one study (The neuroprotective potential of flavonoids: a multiplicity of effects; Vaouzour, et al) is a chemical that provides neuroprotective properties to battle cell damage. You can also find quercetin in parsley, red wine (yes), citrus fruits, tea, sage, and onions.
10. Navigation – Studies from the University College London show that London taxi drivers have a larger hippocampus than others do (in the case of this study, the other group studied was bus drivers), because their brains expanded to make space for their additional knowledge. Taxi drivers are focused to use their brains to navigate routes, while bus drivers travel a specific route. So, forget GPS, use your brain to navigate the next time you’re going somewhere new.
As with all suggestions these is not medical and you should always talk with your medical professional before making any dietary changes.
Have a healthy holiday and prosperous new year. - Dr. Rick
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Woodland Mall, 1234 N Main St, Bowling Green, OH Nov 1-3 Fri 9-5 Sat 9-3 Sun 11-3Fremont Flea Market & Vendor show, Sandusky Co Fairgrounds, Fremont, OH, Dec 7,8 Sat 9-4 Sun 9-3 BG Flea Market, Wood County Fairgrounds, Bowling Green, OH, Dec 14-15 Sat 9-4 Sun 9-3
Walbridge Holiday Craft & Vendor Show, VFW Hall, Walbridge, OH Sat Dec 14 9-1
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Woodland Mall, 1234 N Main St, Bowling Green, OH Jan3-5, Fri 9-5 Sat 9-3 Sun 11-3
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Dr. Rick Allen, Real Psychic Encounters, Reg Ministry, Ohio Secretary of State
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