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August 14, 2025•Behavior Change, 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 »
June 17, 2025•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
Walking: The Cognitive Benefits of a Simple Step
Walking is more than a basic mode of transport — it's a powerful tool for enhancing brain health. In his blog, Walking: The Cognitive Benefits of a Simple Step, Dr. Rao explains that regular walking not only improves physical well-being but also plays a significant role in boosting memory, cognition, and overall brain function. Read More »
May 15, 2025•Insider Strategies, News
All This and a Bottle of Olive Oil
In her blog, All This and a Bottle of Olive Oil, ReCODE 2.0 Coach Valerie Driscoll, talks about how to leverage maximum payout on the wise investment of an Apollo Health membership. She enumerates some of her favorite aspects of the website, even including one of her favorite benefits: our high-polyphenol olive oil connection. As someone for whom ROI is always an important consideration, she explains why you can simply not make a better choice on your Brain Health Journey than to invest with Apollo. Read More »
May 15, 2025•From Julie Gregory, Insider Strategies, News, Nutrition
We spend so much time discussing the foods that are permitted on the Bredesen Protocol, but we rarely discuss the beverages. Julie Gregory is hoping to set the record straight with her blog, Brain Boosting Beverages. Learn the common pitfalls to avoid when making your hydration selection. Discover which beverages are most beneficial for brain health and which should always be avoided. Read More »