The Neuro Experience with Louisa Nicola Neuro Athletics

In this episode, I explore the intricate relationship between Vitamin D and Alzheimer's disease. I delve into the scientific nature of Vitamin D, not just as a nutrient but as a prohormone crucial for bone health, immune function, and brain health.

The episode highlights the common issue of Vitamin D deficiency and its potential neurological impacts. I also discuss Alzheimer's disease, characterizing it as a form of dementia marked by amyloid-beta plaques and tau protein tangles, leading to cognitive decline.

The discussion centers on emerging research that links Vitamin D levels to Alzheimer's, suggesting that adequate Vitamin D might play a role in preventing or mitigating the disease. This episode bridges the gap between Vitamin D's systemic roles and its specific implications in neurological health, particularly in Alzheimer's disease.

Find the link to the study discussed in this episode here

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What is creatine, and does it really live up to the hype? Are there other benefits of creatine supplementation other than muscle growth? 

This episode's guest is Dr. Darren Candow, a scientific advisor, consultant, speaker, and university professor at the University of Regina. Dr. Candow's internationally renowned research program primarily focuses on creatine and developing exercise and nutritional intervention strategies for improving aging musculoskeletal health and function.

In this episode, Dr. Candow and I discuss:

- What creatine is, and why it's important
- Reasons everybody should take creatine
- The most effective dosing strategies for creatine
- How the body and the brain respond to creatine supplementation
- Creatine for stroke recovery, cognitive decline, and stronger bones


The NACC course has certified over 500 coaches now. This is the state of the art human performance coaching company lead by a team of experts. Learn more about the NACC: https://www.neuroathletics.com.au/nacc

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[00:00] Introduction
[01:20] Did You Know the Brain Produces Its Own Creatine?
[04:08] The History of Creatine Research 
[07:38] Why Everybody Should Be Supplementing with Creatine
[12:41] Creatine as a Protective Mechanism For Concussions
[18:48] The Potential Role of Creatine in Stroke Recovery
[22:46] Can Creatine Help Improve Cognitive Decline?
[26:45] Early Research on Creatine and Depression
[28:00] Creatine For Bone Strength
[32:13] Dosing Strategy: Creatine For Bones, Brain, and Muscles
[33:32] Creatine and Female Fertility
[38:50] The Three Most Popular Dosing Strategies For Creatine
[44:05] Parting Thoughts 

Links and Resources:
Darren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.darrencandow/
Dr. Candow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/darrencandow
Find Dr. Candow's research here: Darren Candow - Google Scholar


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If relationships rarely end due to a lack of love, what can you do to build a relationship that lasts a lifetime?
This episode's guest is Jillian Turecki, a certified relationship coach, teacher, and writer who, for 20 years, has taught others how to transform their relationships with themselves so that they transform their relationships with others. Jillian is sought out for her compassionate, direct, and very authentic style of coaching and teaching.


In this episode, Jillian and I discuss:
Why many marriages end in divorceThe red flags you should never ignore in a relationshipTips on how to better communicate with your partnerHow to overcome the emotional trauma of a broken relationshipUnderstand that you deserve a healthy, loving relationshipThe tools you need to build a thriving relationship

[00:00] Introduction
[00:43] Why are Relationships So Hard?
[03:14] Reasons Why Divorce Rates are on an Upward Trajectory
[05:50] The Power of Commitment in a Relationship 
[07:09] Why Do People Break Up?
[13:34] Loneliness in a Relationship
[14:38] Biggest Drivers of Relationship Failure
[17:29] Why It's So Hard to Move on After a Breakup
[22:51] Do People Really Change?
[24:55] Attachment Styles in Adult Relationships
[28:50] What are Relationship Red Flags?
[31:40] Why Character Should Be Your Top Priority in a Relationship
[34:10] The Red Flags You Should Never Ignore in a Relationship
[38:51] Thoughts on the Love at First Sight Debate
[40:53] Why People End Relationships
[42:17] Is There Such a Thing as "The One"?
[44:50] Don't Believe Everything You See on Social Media
[45:54] When to Call it Quits in a Relationship 
[50:23] How to Position Yourself For a Succesful, Long-Term Relationship
[54:45] Parting Thoughts 

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For the visual learners, come on over to YouTube for long form brain health related content  https://www.youtube.com/@LouisaNicola

Want to ask me a question? You can ask me anything I have covered on this podcast, go to : https://dexa.ai/louisa

The NACC course has certified over 500 coaches now. This is the state of the art human performance coaching company lead by a team of experts. Learn more about the NACC: https://www.neuroathletics.com.au/nacc
Links and Resources:
Jillian's website - https://www.jillianturecki.com/
Follow Jillian on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jillian.turecki
Jillian on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jillianturecki/
Jillian on Love Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jillian-on-love/id1640172049


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What is VO2 Max? Did you know that your VO2 Max not only impacts your athletic performance but also serves as a key longevity indicator?
This episode’s guest is Michael Joyner, M.D., a physician-researcher and one of the world’s leading experts on human performance and exercise physiology. Using humans as his model system, he has made major contributions to understanding muscle and skin blood flow, blood pressure regulation, and human athletic performance.
In this episode, Mike and I discuss:
The link between longevity and exerciseHow to measure and improve your VO2MaxWhether obesity is genetic or environmentalChronic diseases and capillary dysfunctionHow to exercise for a longer, healthier lifeThe prevalence of doping in elite sportsThe role of VO2 Max in longevity and healthspan[00:00] Introduction
[02:20] The Correlation Between Exercise and Longevity
[05:25] Thoughts on Modern Physical Activity Guidelines
[07:44] Exercise, Health Benefits, and Mortality Risk
[10:15] Healthy Blood Flow is Crucial For Overall Health
[13:43] The Link Between VO2Max and Longevity
[17:22] Why VO2 Max Declines with Age and What to Do About It
[19:07] Zone 2 Training and Exercise Intensity
[21:10] How to Improve Your VO2Max
[25:16] Stroke Volume and Cardiac Remodelling For Longevity
[27:34] Society’s Struggle with Obesity and Diabetes
[29:50] Do Genes Affect Weight Loss and Weight Gain?
[31:52] The Differences and Similarities Between Exercise and Physical Activity
[34:02] The Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Exercise
[35:58] Doping in Professional Sports
[40:14] Practical Tips on Zone 2 Training and V02 Max For Longevity 
[41:33] Parting Thoughts  

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For the visual learners, come on over to YouTube for long form brain health related content  https://www.youtube.com/@LouisaNicola

Want to ask me a question? You can ask me anything I have covered on this podcast, go to : https://dexa.ai/louisa

The NACC course has certified over 500 coaches now. This is the state of the art human performance coaching company lead by a team of experts. Learn more about the NACC: https://www.neuroathletics.com.au/nacc
Links and Resources:
Dr Joyne on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrMJoyner
Drmichaeljoyner.com




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What are the benefits of regular, comprehensive bloodwork?

This episode's guest is Dan Garner, the founder of Team Garner, Inc., which offers high-level personalized online training and nutritional coaching for world-class results. His coaching resume is second to none, having worked with dozens of professional athletes in 13 different sports. His clientele includes Superbowl champions, UFC title winners, NBA championship winners, Olympic gold medalists, hall-of-fame inductees, and Hollywood celebrities.

In this episode, Dan and I discuss:
- Why everyone should get some bloodwork done
- Steps to a truly healthy lifestyle
- How to work with your body for optimal health
- Understanding the full movie of a person's psychology
- The art and science of blood work
- Whether chronic fatigue is a real thing
- How to use lab work to understand humans on a cellular level.

For the visual learners, come on over to YouTube for long form brain health related content  https://www.youtube.com/@LouisaNicola

Want to ask me a question? You can ask me anything I have covered on this podcast, go to : https://dexa.ai/louisa

The NACC course has certified over 500 coaches now. This is the state of the art human performance coaching company lead by a team of experts. Learn more about the NACC: https://www.neuroathletics.com.au/nacc

Links and Resources:
Dan’s website - Rapidhealthreport.com
Follow Dan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dangarnernutrition/
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Can you live a longer, healthier life without sacrificing the things you enjoy doing?
This episode’s guest is Thomas DeLauer, a nutrition and business performance coach with over 3.5 million subscribers on YouTube. Thomas built his name around helping busy people live longer, healthier, and happier lives by making small diet and lifestyle changes. 
In the full episode, Thomas and I discuss:
Longevity and the keys to slowing down agingThe habits linked to a longer, healthier lifeHormetic stressors and why they’re importantWhat the science says about calorie restrictionThe benefits of heat and cold therapiesThe role of FOX03 for longevityListen to the full episode here:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-neuro-experience-with-louisa-nicola/id1274468842?i=1000628239788

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