From Ram Rao
Ph.D., Principal Research Scientist
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 »
April 19, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
Dancing Increases Cognitive Acuity
Dancing can ward off Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative conditions by strengthening and stimulating the brain in the same way that physical exercise keeps the body fit. Read More »
March 17, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies
The Glymphatic System: The Brain’s Waste Disposal System
Dr. Rao describes the brain's process of removing waste proteins using the glymphatic system, which operates best during sleep and is stimulated during the day with exercise. Read More »