With deteriorating health, particularly brain health, occurring at a global level, this course introduces you to methods for maximizing your brain's fitness through nutrition, exercise, meditation, and sleep. We'll debunk popular myths about prescribed practices for overall health and then uncover studies from the last few decades revealing practical routines and interventions that are proven to help improve the brain. You'll also get a glimpse at the brain's structure and common brain functions, as well as a "prescription" each week of tips for improving your brain's health.
Biohacking Your Brain's Health
Biohacking Your Brain's Health
Instructor: Karima Benameur, MD
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CG
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2022
Good course but unfortunately requires payement for tests which was not disclosed at the start of I wouldn't have bothered. Please take this as completed because I'm NOT paying.
JF
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2021
I really enjoyed this course. I completed all the assignments and practice tests. I did not purchase the course, only audited it. Is this why it shows that I have not completed?
SM
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2020
Explican información normalmente complicada de una forma sencilla, comprensible y que permite verdaderamente comprender lo que sucede en el cerebro y como cuidar a este de mejor forma.
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