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This page is designed to help develop understanding around the structure and function of the brain. We will explain how changes may occur through time or pathology, what interventions are available and how they may elicit change. We will review the literature and evaluate how powerful the science is supporting potential interventions.
How Prediabetes and Diabetes Impact the Brain and How Maintaining Muscle Mass Mitigates These Effects
Exploring impacts of prediabetes & diabetes on brain health & how maintaining muscle mass with resistance training mitigates these effects
Dr Oliver Finlay
Feb 619 min read
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The Evolution of the Brain and Cognitive Performance from Childhood to Adulthood
Exploring the evolution of the brain and how it relates to the development of cognitive performance from childhood to adulthood
Dr Oliver Finlay
Jun 17, 202430 min read
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The Impact of Shift Work on Brain Function and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·      Shift work disrupts circadian rhythms, impacting brain function and cognitive performance. ·      ...
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Apr 9, 202415 min read
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The Impact of Jet Lag on Brain Function and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS: ·      Jet lag disrupts our internal body clock, causing misalignment with the external environment....
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Mar 30, 20248 min read
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The Impact of Circadian Rhythm Disruption on Brain Function and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS: ·      Circadian rhythm disruptions affect brain function and cognition. ·      Changes in gene expression...
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Mar 28, 202413 min read
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The Impact of Gratitude Practice on the Brain and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·     Gratitude positively impacts mental well-being, with recent research showing it affects brain...
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Mar 11, 202410 min read
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The Impact of the Gut Brain Axis on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·     The gut microbiome consists of diverse microorganisms in the digestive tract, playing crucial roles in...
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Feb 20, 202414 min read
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The Impact of Chronic Stress on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·     Chronic stress induces changes in the brain's structure and function, impacting the hippocampus and...
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Jan 31, 202414 min read
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The Impact of Depression on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·     Depression is a complex interplay between the mind and body that can impact the brain both physically...
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Jan 13, 202422 min read
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The Impact of Parkinson's Disease on Cognitive Function
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Parkinson's Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that is primarily known for its motor symptoms,...
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Nov 6, 202317 min read
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The Neurochemical Orchestra
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Hormones, neurotransmitters, neurotransmitter modulators and neuropeptides work in symphony,...
mindflowperformance
Aug 23, 202312 min read
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Alcohol and the Long Term Impact on the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Alcohol interacts with GABA, glutamate, dopamine, and serotonin, affecting their impact on the brain. ·...
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Jul 29, 202313 min read
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Alcohol and the Short Term Impact on the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Alcohol easily passes through the blood brain barrier and interacts with neurotransmitters, affecting...
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Jul 29, 202311 min read
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The Impact of Menopause on Brain Structure and Function
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Declining oestrogen levels during menopause can cause structural changes in the brain and...
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Jul 7, 202330 min read
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The Impact of Eating Disorders on the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Individuals with eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa, exhibit reductions...
mindflowperformance
Jun 17, 202329 min read
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The Impact of Social Isolation on Brain Health
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Prolonged social isolation has been associated with a decrease in grey matter volume in brain regions...
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Jun 12, 202322 min read
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Exercise for Cognitive Performance and Brain Health
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Exercise has a positive impact on the brain, enhancing cognitive performance and providing...
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Jun 5, 202341 min read
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The Impact of Sugar on Brain Structure and Function
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Sugar consumption affects glucose metabolism by causing spikes in blood sugar levels, leading to...
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May 30, 202324 min read
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How the Menstrual Cycle Impacts the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · The menstrual cycle involves hormonal fluctuations and intricate interplay between various systems in...
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May 24, 202319 min read
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