-
Why Your Focus Suffers During Viral Illness (And What Helps You Recover)
Mark
alcohol, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, brain fog, brain function, causes, clarity, cognitive assessment, cognitive decline, cognitive function, cognitive impairment, cognitive improvement, cognitive performance, cognitive resilience, cold exposure, comfort, communication, concentration, connections, deep sleep, dementia, depression, diagnostics, diet, dopamine, driving, efficiency, environment, exercise, expression, food, gut microbiome, Gut-Brain Axis, healthy habits, immune system, inflammation, meditation, memory, memory consolidation, mental clarity, mental performance, Microbiome, mindfulness, neurofeedback, neurological healing, neurology, neuroplasticity, neuroscience, non-invasive, nourish, nutrition, omega-3, productivity, resilience, sleep disorders, sleep disturbances, sleep hygiene, sleep patterns, sleep quality, stability, strength, symptoms, technology, therapies, therapy, tools, vitamin D, workplaceReading Time: 9 minutes. Viral infections activate immune responses that disrupt brain function. Inflammatory cytokines cross the blood-brain barrier, triggering microglial activity that weakens synaptic connections essential for concentration. This neuroinflammatory process explains the mental fog many experience during illness. While rest helps, emerging research identifies specific strategies that actively reverse inflammation’s cognitive impact—approaches rarely…
-
Unlocking the Future: Neurotechnology for Mental Health
Mark
ageing, alzheimer’s, biofeedback, brain function, brain health, brain-computer interfaces, brainwaves, breakthroughs, clarity, cognitive enhancement, cognitive function, cognitive health, cognitive resilience, communication, concentration, depression, discovery, emotional regulation, environment, focus and concentration, home safety, innovations, meditation, memory, mental clarity, mental health, mental well-being, mindfulness, neurofeedback, neurological disorders, neurology, neuroscience, neurotechnology, non-invasive, resilience, strength, stress management, technology, therapeutic approaches, therapies, therapy, trends, wearable devices, wearable technology, well-beingReading Time: 5 minutes. You’re entering a groundbreaking era in mental health, where neurotechnology is revolutionising treatment landscapes. Non-invasive techniques like deep transcranial magnetic stimulation and neurofeedback offer new hope for those who haven’t benefited from traditional therapies. Neuroscience and technology are integrating to capture and interpret brain data, raising concerns about privacy and ethics. As…
-
Unlocking the Power of Neurofeedback for Stress Management
Mark
ADHD, brain injuries, brain training, chronic stress, clarity, cognitive function, cognitive performance, cognitive resilience, efficiency, emotional regulation, engaging, enhanced focus, enhancing cognitive function, hormonal, hormones, meditation, memory, mental clarity, music, neurofeedback, neuroplasticity, optimisation, overall well-being, peak performance, relaxation, resilience, sleep quality, stability, strength, stress management, success, symptoms, therapy, well-beingReading Time: 7 minutes. Neurofeedback training allows you to gain control over your brain’s stress response through real-time monitoring of your brainwave patterns. By placing electrodes on your scalp, you’ll learn to regulate theta waves (4-8 Hz), which spike during stress, while promoting calming alpha waves (8-12 Hz). This science-based approach enhances your cognitive resilience…
-
Boost Brain Longevity With Science-Backed Strategies
Mark
age-related cognitive decline, ageing, alzheimer’s, antioxidants, apps, B vitamins, balanced diet, blood pressure, brain ageing, brain cells, brain function, brain health, brain injuries, brain training, brain-healthy diet, brainwaves, breathing exercises, calmness, chronic stress, clarity, cognitive abilities, cognitive decline, cognitive function, cognitive health, cognitive performance, cognitive reserve, cognitive resilience, cognitive training, connections, diet, emotional wellness, engaging, enhance brain health, enhancing cognitive function, environment, exercise, flavonoids, food, fruit, healthy diet, healthy fats, lifespan, lifestyle choices, longevity, meditation, memory, mental performance, Methylene Blue, mindfulness, mindfulness meditation, music, neurodegenerative disease, neurodegenerative diseases, neurofeedback, neuroplasticity, nutrient-rich foods, nutrition, omega-3, optimal cognitive function, overall well-being, oxidative stress, parkinson’s, physical activity, pressure, relaxation, relaxation techniques, resilience, strength, stress management, supplements, tai chi, therapy, tips, tools, vitality, well-being, yoga, zincReading Time: 7 minutes. Boost your brain longevity with science-backed strategies that are proven to enhance cognitive health. In this article, explore the fascinating world of neuroplasticity and discover how cognitive training, nutrition, exercise, and stress management techniques can all contribute to the health and longevity of your brain. With a scientific, precise approach, this…
-
Optimal Aging: Novel Approaches to Enhancing Mind Health
Mark
age-related cognitive decline, ageing, ageing population, alzheimer’s, alzheimer’s disease, anxiety and depression, behaviour, brain ageing, brain function, brain health, brain-computer interfaces, brainwaves, clinical trials, cognitive abilities, cognitive decline, cognitive enhancement, cognitive function, cognitive performance, cognitive reserve, cognitive training, comfort, communication, concentration, connections, depression, diet, emotional well-being, engaging, enhancing cognitive function, environment, exercise, healthy aging, medications, memory, memory enhancement, mental health, mental performance, mental resilience, mental well-being, Methylene Blue, mindfulness, neurofeedback, neuroplasticity, non-invasive, nutraceuticals, omega-3, relaxation, resilience, stress reduction, supplements, symptoms, technology, therapies, therapy, virtual reality, well-beingReading Time: 7 minutes. As people age, the desire to maintain a sharp and healthy mind becomes increasingly essential. In the pursuit of optimal ageing, novel approaches are emerging to enhance mind health. These approaches utilise cutting-edge techniques such as cognitive training, neurofeedback, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), and virtual reality (VR) for…
-

Understanding PTSD: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Mark
ADHD, animals, assistance, behaviour, blood pressure, brain function, brain imaging, breathing exercises, building resilience, causes, communication, concentration, connections, coping, coping strategies, emotional regulation, engaging, environment, exercise, immune system, innovations, lab, mental health, mental well-being, mindfulness, mindfulness techniques, neurofeedback, non-invasive, overall well-being, physical health, pressure, PTSD, research advances, resilience, risk factors, scents, self-awareness, sleep patterns, social connections, stability, strength, stress management, success, support groups, symptom management, symptoms, therapeutic approaches, therapies, therapy, tools, treatment options, virtual reality, well-being, yogaReading Time: 7 minutes. PTSD occurs when you experience or witness trauma, leading to persistent symptoms like intrusive memories, avoidance behaviours, and hyperarousal. While up to 90% of people face traumatic events, only 6-8% develop PTSD, with higher rates among veterans and minorities. Your brain’s fear response system becomes dysregulated, affecting daily functioning and physical…
-

Unlocking the Secrets of Biohacking for a Healthier Life
Mark
ageing, biofeedback, biohacking, biohacking techniques, brain optimisation, brain training, breastfeeding, building resilience, cellular health, clarity, cognitive enhancement, cognitive excellence, cognitive function, cognitive improvement, cognitive performance, cognitive potential, cortisol, efficiency, emotional intelligence, emotional regulation, emotional resilience, Empathy, environment, exercise, expression, food, health optimisation, hormonal, lab, lifespan, longevity, medications, meditation, memory, memory enhancement, mental clarity, mental performance, mindset, neurofeedback, nootropics, nutrition, nutritional choices, optimisation, overall well-being, peak performance, performance enhancement, personal growth, physical performance, planning, pregnancy, resilience, secrets, seniors, sleep optimisation, sleep patterns, sleep quality, strength, stress management, supplements, symptoms, technology, tools, wearable technology, well-beingReading Time: 6 minutes. Biohacking combines data-driven experimentation with scientific enhancement to elevate your biological potential. You’ll need to understand your biology through self-testing and targeted sleep, nutrition, and environmental interventions. Key strategies include maintaining ideal bedroom temperatures (18-20°C), using True Dark glasses to manage circadian rhythms, and implementing precise meal timing. Modern techniques can extend the…
-

Nurturing Brain Health for Peace of Mind and Resilience
Mark
ageing, alzheimer’s, alzheimer’s disease, B vitamins, balanced diet, behaviour, brain function, brain health, brain health research, brain injuries, brain wellness, breakthroughs, building resilience, causes, chronic stress, cognitive abilities, cognitive assessment, cognitive decline, cognitive function, cognitive health, cognitive performance, cognitive resilience, cognitive stimulation, cognitive wellness, comfort, connections, coping, coping strategies, dementia, diagnostics, diet, early warning signs, emotional regulation, emotional resilience, emotional well-being, engaging, exercise, gut-brain connection, hormones, hydration, inner peace, lifestyle choices, lifestyle factors, memory, memory consolidation, memory enhancement, memory loss, mental acuity, mental health, mental resilience, mental stimulation, mental strength, mental well-being, mental wellness, Microbiome, mindfulness, music, neurofeedback, neuroplasticity, neuroscience, nurturing, nutrition, omega-3, physical activity, resilience, risk factors, scientific research, sleep hygiene, sleep patterns, social connections, social engagement, strength, stress management, supplements, symptoms, technology, therapy, tools, transformation, vitamin D, warning signs, wearable technology, well-beingReading Time: 6 minutes. Through proven lifestyle choices and mindful practices, we can strengthen our brain health and cultivate peace of mind. Regular physical exercise, proper nutrition, quality sleep, and meaningful social connections form the foundation of cognitive resilience. By engaging in community activities, practising stress management, and maintaining active mental stimulation, we’re building protective barriers…
-

Mindful Expectations: Understanding Cognitive Changes in Pregnancy
Mark
antioxidants, anxiety and depression, assistance, balanced diet, behaviour, brain function, brain health, brain training, caffeine, caregiving, causes, cognitive abilities, cognitive enhancement, cognitive function, cognitive impairment, cognitive performance, cognitive resilience, comfort, concentration, coping, coping strategies, depression, diet, emotional intelligence, Empathy, engaging, environment, exercise, food, healthy diet, hormonal, hormones, inflammation, memory, memory loss, mental acuity, mental health, mindfulness, mindfulness techniques, mood swings, neurofeedback, neuroplasticity, neuroscience, nurturing, nutrition, omega-3, optimal cognitive function, physical activity, pregnancy, relaxation, resilience, sleep habits, sleep hygiene, sleep patterns, sleep quality, stability, strength, stress management, success, supplements, symptoms, therapeutic approaches, tools, transformation, vitamin D, well-beingReading Time: 12 minutes. As the old saying goes, ‘An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure’. When understanding cognitive changes in pregnancy, this wisdom rings particularly true. Understanding these alterations can help expecting mothers and their healthcare providers better prepare for, adapt to, and manage cognitive shifts during pregnancy and postpartum. This…
-

The Complete Biohacker’s Cheat Sheet: Top Tips For Optimising Brain Function
Mark
apps, biohacking, biohacking techniques, biohacks, brain function, brain health, calmness, clarity, cognitive decline, cognitive enhancement, cognitive function, cognitive performance, concentration, diet, emotional health, emotional regulation, emotional well-being, engaging, environment, exercise, fasting, gadgets, health and wellness, history, inflammation, innovations, innovative techniques, intermittent fasting, ketogenic diet, lifestyle changes, lifestyle habits, meditation, memory, mental acuity, mental clarity, mental fitness, mental health, mental performance, mindfulness, mindfulness techniques, neurofeedback, neurological health, nootropics, nutrition, optimal well-being, optimisation, optimising brain function, overall well-being, oxidative stress, peak performance, personalised medicine, physical activity, physical performance, productivity, self-awareness, self-improvement, sleep optimisation, sleep patterns, sleep quality, strength, supplements, technology, therapies, tips, tools, transformation, virtual reality, well-beingReading Time: 8 minutes. In the era where ‘brains over brawn’ has become old school and ‘brain is the new brawn’ is the avant-garde, biohacking offers a tantalising prospect. It’s not every day one can optimise their mental prowess by tinkering with biology’s hidden knobs and dials. This article delivers a comprehensive play-by-play, or rather,…
Search
About
Blu Brain is a proprietary, concentrated formulation of Methylene Blue designed to target the mitochondria in your brain. This Methylene Blue formulation can produce revolutionary cognition, focus, and memory results. Our blog covers topics related to cognitive health, brain function, and biohacking.
Categories
- ADHD
- ADHD and Parenting
- ADHD and Science
- ADHD and Self-Improvement
- Alternative Therapies
- Alzheimer's and Brain Health
- Alzheimer's and Research
- Beauty and Skin Care
- Biohacking
- Bipolar Disorder
- Blu Brain News
- Brain Ageing & Disease
- Brain Health and Addiction Recovery
- Brain Health and Ageing
- Brain Health and Creativity
- Brain Health and Fitness
- Brain Health and Gut Health
- Brain Health and Mindfulness
- Brain Health and Neuroplasticity
- Brain Health and Sleep
- Brain Health and Trauma
- Brain Health and Well-Being
- Brain Health Assessment
- Brain Health Food
- Brain Health Information
- Brain Scan and Mental Health Insights
- Caregiver Support
- CBD Oil
- Child & Developmental Cognition
- Cognitive Decline
- Cognitive Enhancement
- Cognitive Enhancement and Brain Health
- Cognitive Enhancement and Nootropics
- Cognitive Health
- Cognitive Health and Well-being
- Communication Skills
- Community & Stories
- Detoxification
- Emotional Wellness
- Future of Brain Health
- Health and Wellness
- Health Connections
- Herbal Remedies
- Hormones
- Integrative Medicine
- Longevity and Well-being
- Longevity Lifestyle
- Medication and Health Guides
- Men's Health
- Mental Wellness
- Methylene Blue
- Methylene Blue and Anti-Ageing
- Methylene Blue and Brain Health
- Methylene Blue and Cognitive Enhancement
- Mind and Cognitive Health
- Mindfulness and Mental Well-being
- Neurodegenerative Diseases and Treatments
- Nutritional Brain Health
- Nutritional Health and Brain Function
- Other Medical / Non-Core
- Positive Thinking and Mental Well-being
- Practical Tips
- Product Focus
- Research & Science
- Skin Care
- Sleep
- Sleep and Cognitive Function
- Social Connections and Cognitive Well-being
- Social Engagement and Brain Health
- Sport and Fitness
- Stem Cell Therapy
- Stem Cell Therapy and Brain Health
- Stress Management and Brain Health
- Superfoods and Brain Health
- Uncategorised
- Women's Cognitive Health
- Women's Health
