Eliminating the stigma of napping at work

April 6th, 2016 - By admin in Athletic/Performance Enhancement, Sleep

Naps are actually a performance enhancer. Studies have shown that a nap in the morning can boost creative thinking, while afternoon naps can help people feel better physically. Full Article: Huffington Post, “Arianna: Office Nap Rooms Will Soon Be As Common As Conference Rooms”

Brain Train Bicycle

February 11th, 2016 - By admin in Athletic/Performance Enhancement

This video clip highlights a fun experiment with a unique bicycle that results in a great brain challenge! Video Clip: Smarter Every Day “The Backwards Brain Bicycle”

The Fourth Industrial Revolution Meets the Sleep Revolution

February 1st, 2016 - By admin in Athletic/Performance Enhancement, Neurofeedback News, Sleep

The conversations at Davos this year are a blueprint for a wider definition of success, one that recognizes that in our quest for a competitive edge and enhanced performance, we actually stand to gain from putting our humanity, well-being, and sense of purpose at the center. Full Article: Huffington Post, “The Fourth Industrial Revolution Meets the Sleep Revolution”

Concussion Detection in 2015 (And What Is Still Unknown)

January 6th, 2016 - By admin in Athletic/Performance Enhancement, Mild/Traumatic Brain Injury, Neurofeedback News

Does playing football cause permanent brain damage? The answer is not so straightforward. We are likely to learn a lot more about the subject in 2016, but scientists are only beginning to understand the details of how concussions—also a serious problem in the military—damage the brain. Better concussion diagnostics will give scientists and physicians a more detailed understanding of brain injury, and will help doctors …more

Cutting Sugar Improves Children’s Health

October 27th, 2015 - By admin in Athletic/Performance Enhancement

Findings in a new study add to the argument that all calories are not created equal, and they suggest that those calories from sugar are especially likely to contribute to Type 2 diabetes and other metabolic diseases, which are on the rise in children. Full Article: The New York Times, “Cutting Sugar Improves Children’s Health in Just 10 Days”