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The ability to focus is becoming more and more difficult with the rise of technology. This has caused people to become addicted to caffeine and Adderall in order to achieve success in the modern world. In the long run this addiction with lead to physical and mental health issues and should be avoided at all cost. Luckily Episode 48 of The BAM Podcast is here with some great information on natural and healthy ways to stay focused and productive.
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Hosts:
Sheridan Lee @TheSoulAndScience
Rob Young @WellnessRob
Show notes:
Supplements
- B12 – cofactor: converts food into energy; decreases with stress; regulates immune system
- Most bioavailable in liver & animal sources
- Creatine – replenishes ATP/ADP balance for physical & mental stamina
- Ashwaganda – adaptogenic, promotes heart & lung function (oxygen, circulation = energy production), supports adrenal function – reduces anxiety & stress response
- Vitamin D – SUNLIGHT, critical nutrient for mitochondrial function, immune regulator
- Magnesium – cofactor for energy production, one of the top nutrient deficiencies around the world
- CoQ10 – used in mitochondria to create energy, also an antioxidant (protects mitochondria from stress, damage, etc)
- Rhodiola – NEUROPROTECTIVE, helps brain create more serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine = high energy, focus, clarity, brain power (nootropic)
- Ginseng – opens blood vessels in the brain, more oxygen and nutrients to the brain; aids adrenal health & function
- Acetylcholine – provides choline molecule needed for building brain tissue, prominent NT in brain, found in high concentration in eggs
- Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) – found in cell’s mitochondria, antioxidant
Additonal Supps/Info
- Stress damages mitochondrial cells, which create energy – so supplementing body with mitochondrial cofactors and stress modulators helps create more energy in the body
- Breakfast – protein & fiber – helps prevent blood sugar / energy crash mid-day
- Peppermint gum – mastication (chewing) helps increase HR → increase energy; peppermint invigorating & refreshing
- Aromatherapy / Oils – citrus & mint oils are stimulating, invigorating, and can help with alertness & focus; homemade Focus Blend – peppermint, wild orange, basil (adrenal support) & frankincense (vasodilator in brain tissue)
Techniques / Tools
- Pomodoro Timer: 25 minutes on, 5 min break
- Getting high quality sleep
- Brain dump: take 10 min to write down everything that is on your mind and get it out of your head, able to discern emotions from information & determine what is actually important/urgent and what is “fluff”
- Using a planner, write down top 3 tasks for the day and make sure they get accomplished
