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Our brains rely on SO many compounds found in nature. These include vitamins and minerals, but also things like polysaccharides, flavonoids, amino acids, carotenoids, folates, enzymes, and so, so much more. But how many of these are you actually getting? Due to modern farming practices, environmental pollution, and the continued loss of nutrients in our foods, most people aren't taking in nearly enough of what their brains need. If you're experiencing cognition problems like memory loss or brain fog, then chances are you too are missing out on a lot of these important compounds. The good news? Medicinal mushrooms contain ALL of these compounds and more! This is why our friends over at Purality Health have infused five of the most nutritious medicinal mushrooms with their MICELLE LIPOSOMAL formula to create Mushroom Mindboost. Purality Health's patented formula allows these rare, highly beneficial mushroom compounds to be safely shuttled directly into your bloodstream. 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For anyone looking to ignite their fat-burning metabolism, boost their energy, and transform how they look and feel, they must start taking care of their liver. Your liver is your body's master detoxifier. It performs over 500 key functions in your body every single day. After decades of wear and tear, our livers slow down and become sluggish. Fortunately, there's a simple, all-natural solution that I recommend. It's called Liver Health Formula. Liver Health Formula contains 12 powerful botanicals clinically proven to recharge and protect your liver at the cellular level. It helps restore your liver's detoxifying abilities. Try Liver Health Formula completely risk-free, and receive 5 FREE gifts when you order today. Just go to GetLiverHelp.com/Jockers to claim your risk-free supply of Liver Health Formula and all 5 bonus gifts. Did you know that even though most of your brain cells are formed in the womb and during infancy, your brain is able to regenerate and create new cells throughout your life? That's good news as it means that we can keep our brain health, mental energy, and ou memory as we age. Brain regeneration is an important concept that is critical in today's environment. Your brain is the command center of your nervous system and the center of all of your body's functions and systems. The health of your brain is essential for your memory, learning, mental energy, and mood, and the prevention of mental health issues and neurodegenerative disorders. Dr. Jockers is sharing his Top Brain Regeneration Strategies for better mood and memory in this absorbing episode of Functional Nutrition. Learn about neurogenesis, 'neurobics', and healthy behavioral and lifestyle changes you can make to stay sharp as you age. Please join us "Your brain actually still creates about 700 new neurons, per day, in the hippocampus. This allows the hippocampus to maintain its function. And we know the hippocampus is all about where memory is stored." -Dr. Jockers Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio In This Episode: Understanding neuroplasticity and how our thinking of the brain has changed What is BDNF? How our brain uses electrolytes 'Neurons that fire together, wire together': changing our thought patterns How to control your BDNF levels in a healthy way How low blood sugar impairs your BDNF levels What are the known neurotoxins that damage our brain that we should avoid? What's wrong with having a sedentary lifestyle? Appreciating the gut as our 'second brain' What are some of the simpler brain regeneration strategies we can employ? What is good fat and what is bad fat? What are the best foods for dealing with inflammation? How to start intermittent fasting and build a healthy routine What are ketones and how are they better than glucose for energy? Appreciating the benefits of movement Why gratitude will assist your neuroplasticity How can I get a better night's sleep? What 'neurobic' exercises can you introduce to shake things up? Understanding how we detoxify ourselves Why is magnesium so important? How much magnesium should I take each day? What are the best food and herbs for increasing autophagy? Understanding hyperbaric oxygen as a bonus stimulus Resources: Visit puralityhealth.com and use the coupon 'DRJ' to access 30% OFF your Mushroom Mindboost purchase today! 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