Louisa Nicola is a neurophysiologist, CEO of NeuroAthletics, & host of the Neuro Experience podcast.

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OUTLINE

00:00 - Australia03:21 - Neurophysiology06:01 - Brain health07:48 - Geographical differences with alzheimer's09:43 - How alzheimer's disease appears13:56 - Optimizing the brain to be faster14:56 - How super athletes use neurophysiology20:49 - Working with NBA & MLB athletes25:09 - The correct way to use a cold plunge30:24 - Aerobic affects on the brain34:25 - BDNF & reversing brain age42:02 - Effects of weight lifting on the brain44:16 - Myokine affects on the brain47:44 - V02 Max51:01 - How muscle mass affects health54:04 - Carbs vs protein vs sugar before workouts01:01:15 - Mucoid plaques01:04:12 - Cholesterol01:14:03 - Sleep01:23:40 - Creatine monohydrate01:28:49 - Omega-3 fatty acids01:32:52 - Nicotine01:42:51 - Charlatans & fake gurus01:46:56 - Gary Brecka01:54:57 - Deep sleep01:57:58 - Alcohol02:00:14 - Testosterone02:05:40 - Sports Concussion affect on the brain02:12:34 - Sauna