#226 - Neuroscientist: Most UNUSUAL Way to Improve Brain Function in Days | Louisa Nicola

Louisa Nicola is a neurophysiologist, CEO of NeuroAthletics, & host of the Neuro Experience podcast. SPONSORS https://ver.so/danny - Use code DANNY to save 15% on your first order. https://betterhelp.com/dannyjones - Get 10% off your first month. EPISODE LINKS https://www.youtube.com/@LouisaNicola https://www.instagram.com/louisanicola_ https://twitter.com/louisanicola_ FOLLOW DANNY JONES https://www.instagram.com/dannyjones https://twitter.com/jonesdanny OUTLINE 00:00 - Australia 03:21 - Neurophysiology 06:01 - Brain health 07:48 - Geographical differences with alzheimer's 09:43 - How alzheimer's disease appears 13:56 - Optimizing the brain to be faster 14:56 - How super athletes use neurophysiology 20:49 - Working with NBA & MLB athletes 25:09 - The correct way to use a cold plunge 30:24 - Aerobic affects on the brain 34:25 - BDNF & reversing brain age 42:02 - Effects of weight lifting on the brain 44:16 - Myokine affects on the brain 47:44 - V02 Max 51:01 - How muscle mass affects health 54:04 - Carbs vs protein vs sugar before workouts 01:01:15 - Mucoid plaques 01:04:12 - Cholesterol 01:14:03 - Sleep 01:23:40 - Creatine monohydrate 01:28:49 - Omega-3 fatty acids 01:32:52 - Nicotine 01:42:51 - Charlatans & fake gurus 01:46:56 - Gary Brecka 01:54:57 - Deep sleep 01:57:58 - Alcohol 02:00:14 - Testosterone 02:05:40 - Sports Concussion affect on the brain 02:12:34 - Sauna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices