From Ram Rao
Ph.D., Principal Research Scientist
December 16, 2021•From Ram Rao, News
Vitamin D: More Than Just a Sunshine Vitamin
A growing body of epidemiological evidence suggests a close relationship between Vit D deficiency, Alzheimer’s disease, and cognitive decline. Vit D plays an important role in brain health and function and exerts various neuroprotective effects in brain areas essential for cognition. Read More »
November 16, 2021•From Ram Rao, News
Dr. Ram Rao discusses evidence-based research that demonstrates that brain training/strengthening exercises such as learning a new language, or a musical instrument can be a few of the many things that optimize cognition. Read More »
October 19, 2021•From Ram Rao, News
Rewiring the Brain With Reading and Writing
Mental exercise such as reading and writing can build, and rebuild brain cells throughout one's life increasing neuroplasticity and optimizing brain health. Read More »
September 21, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
Bypassing the Blood Brain Barrier
Using intranasal delivery to bypass the blood brain barrier may prove to be effective in administering treatment for neurodegenerative diseases. Read More »
August 16, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
Balance Your Way to a Healthy Brain
If you struggle with balance, this could be a sign of poor brain health that puts you at increased risk of developing a stroke in the future. There are strategies to improve your balance, such as practicing yoga, which is an excellent way to balance your way to a healthy brain. Read More »
July 17, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
Dr. Ram Rao explains the importance of chewing well to aid digestion, weight management, cognitive function, sleep, and neural connections. Read More »
June 22, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
Exercise protects the body and brain, and releases osteocalcin, a hormone secreted from our skeletal system that plays a role in memory, mood and brain resilience. Read More »
June 7, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
The Ill Effects of Prolonged Sitting
Dr. Ram Rao discusses how prolonged sitting has serious detrimental effects on our bodies and health. Read More »