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Hormones play a huge role in cognition and overall brain health. Today we are
going to explain the major hormones to you as they relate to the brain. Our goal is
to get you thinking about your health and how you can protect your brain for
years to come. We’re going to cover sex hormones, thyroid, growth hormone, and
more.
This episode we discuss:
What would you rather lose, a limb or your mind?
Hormones – 50 different hormones in the body
What are they – chemical messengers
Discuss sex hormones in detail (what are they and what do they do)
What blood tests are necessary for assessing sex hormone levels
Why do most doctors get it wrong?- Don’t go on anti-depressants without
having your hormones checked first.
Explain thyroid hormones TSH, T3, T4 – and the brain
Discuss growth hormone in detail – how it is necessary for brain function
Discuss the typical brain that has a hormone deficiency – foggy, moody, etc.
Ways to correct hormones – pellet therapy
Ways to raise hormones and protect the brain – exercise, diet
The role that vitamin deficiencies play in declining brain health
Exercise is good for your body. It improves circulation, elevates your hormone levels, and helps prevent depression. Exercise that is not done with proper form can cause injury. For example, the holy grail is one yoga move that when done properly can have great healthy benefits, however this lunge is done wrong. it could cause pain or significant injury. When perfecting yoga or any other exercise routine, rely on a certified instructor who understands body mechanics. Remember that practice doesn't make perfect, perfect practice makes perfect. In exercise you can take that one step further--improper form can cause serious injury.
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We want to empower you with all the health information you need! Our daily podcast is full of tips, tricks, and advice for living a long and healthy life. Judy Gaman is the author of the award winning book Age to Perfection: How to Thrive to 100, Happy, Healthy, and. Each day she brings you one new tip that will help you stay young and vibrant. Subscribe to the show in iTunes so that you never miss an episode – http://www.StayYoungAmerica.com/iTunes
Our lives move at a very fast pace. We can find ourselves moving from one task to another, stressing on how we will get it all done. Laughter is good for the soul and it is also good for the body. How often do you laugh? It's been said that kindergarteners laugh as much as 600x a day. As adults, we may have times that we don't laugh at all. Think there's nothing worth laughing over? If so, you're in a rut. It's up to you to pull yourself out of it. Schedule laughter if necessary. Research shows that if we take life seriously, it can make us sick. So, make one night a week comedy movie night or visit a comedy club sometime.
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We want to empower you with all the health information you need! Our daily podcast is full of tips, tricks, and advice for living a long and healthy life. Judy Gaman is the author of the award winning book Age to Perfection: How to Thrive to 100, Happy, Healthy, and. Each day she brings you one new tip that will help you stay young and vibrant. Subscribe to the show in iTunes so that you never miss an episode – http://www.StayYoungAmerica.com/iTunes
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How well do you know yourself? Too many people go through life, day after day, with little to no reflection. Journaling can be a great way to help you understand your feelings and negate fears. Having to put stressors into words allows the brain to actually process the problem and search for reasonable solutions. There have been many studies that show that journaling reduces stress and improves longevity. Journaling at night also helps you turn off the racing brain and gain guality, restful sleep. Next time you're at the store, buy a journal then use it nightly. You'll be amazed at how manageable your life will seem.
We want to empower you with all the health information you need! Our daily podcast is full of tips, tricks, and advice for living a long and healthy life. Judy Gaman is the author of the award winning book Age to Perfection: How to Thrive to 100, Happy, Healthy, and. Each day she brings you one new tip that will help you stay young and vibrant. Subscribe to the show in iTunes so that you never miss an episode – http://www.StayYoungAmerica.com/iTunes
Have you ever made a trip to the ER? Most of us have at one point in our life. ERs are designed to help with life-threatening illnesses or accidents, but unfortunately, they often get backed up with non-emergency patients. This back-up exhausts the staff and increases wait times for those that need help the most. Urgent care centers are designed to relieve emergency rooms by seeing patients that have urgent,but not emergent, illnesses or injuries. Urgent care centers can be more accessible with less wait time, as well as save you hundreds, if not thousands of dollars. Understand the difference between ERs and Urgent care centers and use them appropriately.
We want to empower you with all the health information you need! Our daily podcast is full of tips, tricks, and advice for living a long and healthy life. Judy Gaman is the author of the award winning book Age to Perfection: How to Thrive to 100, Happy, Healthy, and. Each day she brings you one new tip that will help you stay young and vibrant. Subscribe to the show in iTunes so that you never miss an episode – http://www.StayYoungAmerica.com/iTunes
When most of us think of injuries to our muscles or tendons, we think accidents. Did you know that many musculoskeletal injuries happen on the job. These are referred to as work-related musculoskeletal disorders or WMSDs for short. Common injuries include carpal tunnel from excessive computer use, back injuries from improper lifting, and shoulder and upper back strain from sitting and typing. WMSDs are preventable. Take advantage of any and all training that is offered by your employer. Simply learning techniques that reduce risk can prevent a life-changing injury. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
We want to empower you with all the health information you need! Our daily podcast is full of tips, tricks, and advice for living a long and healthy life. Judy Gaman is the author of the award winning book Age to Perfection: How to Thrive to 100, Happy, Healthy, and. Each day she brings you one new tip that will help you stay young and vibrant. Subscribe to the show in iTunes so that you never miss an episode – http://www.StayYoungAmerica.com/iTunes
True longevity starts long before you get old. It’s about making good choices when you’re in your 20s and 30s. And for you parents out there – it’s your job to help your kids develop good habits that will last them a lifetime. This show we discuss tips and tricks to staying healthy your whole life!
In this episode we discuss:
bad habits each of you had as children and young adults (talk
about how we didn’t know they were so bad back then)
Common mistakes that you see patients making in their teens, 20s and 30s
the importance of probiotics even at an early age
we Explain the hormone (sex hormones) that change
Common injuries at 20-30s (knees, shoulders, etc)
Weight gain from thyroid changes
Overuse of anti-depressants in this age group
Common nutrient deficiencies and the importance of diets
Bad habits like energy drinks
Working too many hours and not enough sleep
we have a Lengthy discussion on stress and what it does to the body
we talk Common stressors at this age: job, new marriage, kids, finances
we inform you of Supplements that should be taken: multi, omega 3, vitamin D, probiotic
We also talk to Parents who need to think about the health of their children. We touch on:
Setting the tone for health early on – good habits as a family
NEVER smoke around your kids – period – discuss ear infections, second
hand smoke risks, etc
Don’t buy junk food – if the only option is healthy – they will eat it!
Too many kids are experiencing emotional problems. These problems are often linked to the lack of sleep. When our bodies rest, so do our brains. Children and teens need more sleep than adults so they can grow and process all those raging hormones. It’s ok to be a parent and keep the phones and televisions off limits after 9pm. Their brains need a break from the blue light these emit in order to make melatonin, which helps the body sleep effectively. Unlike us, they also need 8-10 hours of sleep a night. Lacking in sleep causes irritability, anxiety, and mood disorders. So get those kids to sleep – you’re not just doing them a favor – your helping yourself too.
We want to empower you with all the health information you need! Our daily podcast is full of tips, tricks, and advice for living a long and healthy life. Judy Gaman is the author of the award winning book Age to Perfection: How to Thrive to 100, Happy, Healthy, and. Each day she brings you one new tip that will help you stay young and vibrant. Subscribe to the show in iTunes so that you never miss an episode – http://www.StayYoungAmerica.
Any unusual pains should always warrant a trip to the doctor. Some pains, like breast pain, can be caused by a number of different causes. For example, some medications like anti-depressants and birth control pills can your breasts to be tender. Cystic or dense breasts can also be a cause for pain. Even wearing a bra that doesn’t fit just right can make you uncomfortable. If your breasts are warm and tender it could be a sign of infection. Breast cancer is rarely painful, so don’t assume the worst. Simply identify the problem and get your healthcare provider involved to find a solution.
We want to empower you with all the health information you need! Our daily podcast is full of tips, tricks, and advice for living a long and healthy life. Judy Gaman is the author of the award winning book Age to Perfection: How to Thrive to 100, Happy, Healthy, and. Each day she brings you one new tip that will help you stay young and vibrant. Subscribe to the show in iTunes so that you never miss an episode – http://www.StayYoungAmerica.