Insider Strategies
September 18, 2025•From Julie Gregory, Insider Strategies, News
Avoid the Hidden Hazards of Laundry
Your laundry may look clean, but hidden toxins and mold could be adding to your body’s burden and undermining brain health. From detergents and softeners to moldy machines, Julie Gregory helps you discover simple swaps and safer habits to protect your clothes, your home, your health, and cognition. Read More »
September 18, 2025•Health Coaching, Insider Strategies, News
This month, Valerie Driscoll shares how a simple statement from a fellow coach turned into a profound coaching moment that made her Bredesen Protocol journey easier. She continues to offer some ideas on how, with a little time and some mindful reflection, you can do the same for yourself. Read More »
August 15, 2025•From Julie Gregory, Insider Strategies, News
What counts as "toxic" is changing fast, and it’s hard to keep up, especially when you're focused on protecting your brain. Julie Gregory breaks down the latest science on hidden hazards in everyday kitchenware. She offers practical, research-backed advice on what to use instead. From pots and pans to food storage containers, she’ll show you how to outfit your kitchen to reduce your toxic load and support better overall and cognitive health. Read More »
August 14, 2025•Behavior Change, From Dr. Bredesen, Insider Strategies, News
One Coach’s Story: Lessons Learned from my CGM Experience
Could you be pre-diabetic and not know it? When ReCODE 2.0 Health Coach Linda Meeks saw her A1C creeping up, she turned to continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) for answers. In this personal story, she shares surprising lessons, genetic insights, and why tracking your glucose might be the smartest thing you can do for your brain. Read More »
August 14, 2025•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
Dehydration: Effects on the Brain and Cognition
Dehydration, even at mild to moderate levels, impairs cognitive function, mood, and neurological efficiency. In his blog, Dehydration: Effects on the Brain and Cognition, Dr Rao summarizes current evidence linking hydration status to brain health and mechanisms of cognitive decline, populations at risk, and preventive strategies. Read More »
July 16, 2025•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
Birdsong and Nature Walks: A Gentle Path to Mental Clarity and Cognitive Wellness
Birdsong and nature walks serve as powerful tools to enhance mental clarity, reduce stress, and support cognitive health, especially in older adults. In his blog, Birdsong and Nature Walks: A Gentle Path to Mental Clarity and Cognitive Wellness, Dr. Rao explains why listening to birds can improve mood and well-being for hours, functioning like yoga for the brain. Combined with gentle movement outdoors, this practice fosters mindfulness, emotional balance, and brain resilience. Read More »
July 16, 2025•From Julie Gregory, Insider Strategies, News
Julie Gregory challenges us to imagine a world where Alzheimer’s care starts before symptoms — where root causes like insulin resistance, toxins, and nutrient deficiencies are addressed early. Where proven prevention and early treatment is covered by insurance, and patients — not profits — drive decisions. Read, Imagine a World ... , where common sense prevails, and patients are treated with dignity and compassion. Read More »
July 16, 2025•Behavior Change, Insider Strategies, News
This month, Coach Valerie Driscoll explores the meta-habit of habit formation. She delves into the newish idea that achieving more effective and enduring behavior change depends less on rigid willpower and discipline, and more on cultivating new skills through curiosity supported by self-compassion. A cornerstone of this innovative approach is the practice of creating awareness, which allows us to observe undesirable behaviors from a fresh perspective. Read More »