We’re in an era of health hacks, from tracking our cycles, sleep, and steps, to tailored fitness regimens. But what about our brain health? Cognitive decline may not be top-of-mind for the under-50 crowd, but our paying attention to our brain health can change our lives right now, and in the long-term. So we called in the incredibly brilliant neuroscientist, Dr. Kristen Willeumier, to learn more about the easy way we can improve our brain function to feel sharper, more energetic, happier, and healthier.Dr. Kristen Willeumier has her PHD and Masters in neurobiology, Masters in Physiological science, and is an award-winning neuroscientist with expertise in neuroimaging. She was a postdoctoral scientist in the Department of Neurology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in LA, where focused on the genetic analysis of neurological disorders. She’s also the recipient of a National Research Service Award Fellowship from the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Willeumier has led research on the impact of head trauma in sports with the NFL, and she’s published research on PTSD, autism, psychiatric treatment, and much more.   We dive deep on the nitty gritty details of all the lifestyle tweaks and medical studies, so we’re breaking this interview into two digestible parts. Be sure to tune in next Wednesday for Part 2!And join us today as we discuss:The biggest factors contributors to cognitive declineWeight management and the impacts of sugar and diet on your brainAddressing sleep issues like sleep apneaHow exercise helps to maintain blood flowThe benefits of intermittent fastingThe best vitamins for cognitive healthKey supplements for psychiatric disordersListen in next Wednesday for Part 2 of the episode, where we cover supplements for anxiety, tactical ways to improve your brain health by managing stress, how to improve your memory and get rid of brain fog, and more.PS: If you’ve been dreaming of starting your own podcast, but you aren’t sure where to start or how to grow, check out our consulting services at teachmehowtoadult.ca/howtopodcast. We can’t wait to work with you!For show notes and more adulting tips, visit: teachmehowtoadult.caSign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:instagram.com/teachmehowtoadultmedia @yunggillianaire@cailynmichaanFollow Dr. Kristen:www.drwilleumier.comRead Biohack Your Brain