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Dr Mehmet Yildiz
Cognitive Distortions Might Lead to Emotional Dysregulations
Here’s how to fix them for a healthier and happier life. This story is for information and awareness purposes. It does not include health advice. When studying cognition methodically, I noticed a robust relationship between our thoughts and emotions, as the cognitive (neocortex) and emotional parts of the brain (the limbic system) are connected. Therefore, I focused on balancing my life's intellectual and emotional aspects.
How I Experienced the Dunning-Kruger Effect in My Life
Incompetents exude unwarranted confidence, and the truly competent may downplay their abilities, opting for a more understated demeanor. Before starting my doctoral studies, I was highly confident, having honed my public speaking skills through practice and several communication courses for my executive training sponsored by my employer at the time. With confidence, I eagerly shared my thoughts, believing I fully understood the world. I thought my students and colleagues should understand what I did, and they often disappointed me when they couldn’t.
Prevent Cognitive Decline By Addressing the Vulnerability of the Blood-Brain Barrier
Here's how to protect the guardian of the brain from 5 risk factors that can compromise it and cause mental/neurological health consequences. The brain has a strong but fragile protection—a barrier that separates the bloodstream from its inner fluid. Its main job is to control what goes from the bloodstream into the brain. However, certain things can harm this barrier, which can affect how well it works.
The Power of Magnesium: 5 Key Benefits for Type II Diabetes Management
Magnesium’s role in controlling blood glucose, lipids, and blood pressure in diabetes as an adjuvant therapy based on learning from 24 randomized controlled trials. Context: This article reflects the findings of a literature review on the topic and does not provide health advice.
7 Compelling Reasons to Pay Attention to Magnesium Deficiency
Although hypomagnesemia might lead to severe health issues, it can be managed and reversed with nutritional attention and professional support. This post is a summary of my research into credible papers and does not include health advice. It is for information and awareness purposes.
What I Learned About 10 Neurostimulation Tools for Better Mental and Neurological Health
Well-documented therapeutic tools that can stimulate the brain and the nervous system to improve mental health, enhance cognitive function, and lower chronic pain. Note: This story reflects my research and personal experiences related to cognitive health as a postdoctoral researcher in the field. This post does not include health advice. It is only for information and awareness purposes.
The Mind-Body Connection: The Influence of Meditation on Genes and Neurotransmitters
Epigenetic, neurological, and hormonal effects of mindfulness practices on cognitive health based on a literature review. This article introduces ideas from prominent scientific studies highlighting the epigenetic, molecular, and biochemical effects of meditation identified through various observational and interventional studies.
How Small Changes Helped Ray Eliminate Brain Fog Completely
This retired executive regained his mental clarity without medication using a five-step holistic health approach after his 60s. This case study does not provide health advice. It is presented for information and awareness purposes. Brain fog conveys a significant health concern, highlighting the need for timely professional diagnosis and treatment, especially for individuals grappling with severe symptoms.
Three Steps to Maintain Healthy Glutathione Levels Naturally
Glutathione is the master antioxidant of the body for detoxifying cells and promoting immune cell function. This piece is not health advice, but based on my immune health research, it aims to create an awareness of this critical antioxidant detoxifying our cells.
Practical Steps to Deal with Hypoxia and Hypoxemia
Deprived of oxygen, life’s balance falters, and survival becomes uncertain, but we have viable solutions to address breathing problems. This post includes a summary of my research into lung health to give you a high-level perspective in simple language. This article does not include health advice. I aim to inform you and create awareness as respiratory health is crucial for everyone.
How I Boosted BDNF for Better Cognitive Function and Mental Health
I explain why the Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) is a crucial signaling protein for cognitive, neurological, and mental health and how to enhance it naturally. Note: This story reflects my research and personal experiences related to cognitive health as a postdoctoral researcher. This post does not include health advice. It is only for information and awareness purposes.
What I Learned About 7 Bone Disorders and Enhanced My Musculoskeletal Health
With over 1.7 billion worldwide impacted by musculoskeletal issues, our active involvement in bone health becomes a pressing societal imperative. This post includes a summary of my research into bone disorders to give you a high level perspective in simple language. This article does not include health advice. My goal is to inform you and create awareness as bone health is crucial as we age.
The Sad Yet Empowering Story of a Bodybuilder Friend
Six known causes of potential factors shortening the lifespan of ambitious bodybuilders based on observations and a literature review. This article highlights the health risks of extreme bodybuilding practices causing premature death.This case study with a literature review does not provide health advice. Instead, it creates awareness of the possibilities of enhancing health and lifespan via lifestyle choices like moderate and customiezed workouts suiting our needs and timely professional support.
Strategies to Safeguard Cognitive Health: Slowing Subjective and Objective Decline
Better cognitive function, health, and performance for the aging population with proactive lifestyle changes. Note: This story reflects my research and personal experiences related to cognitive health as a postdoctoral researcher. This post does not include health advice. It is only for information and awareness purposes.
Preventing and Treating Elevated Cholesterol and Triglycerides Are Vital
However, this doesn't imply that we should completely overlook moderate consumption of healthy fats, as this sensible approach does not lead to hyperlipidemia. Note: This story reflects my research and personal experiences related to metabolic health. This post does not include health advice. It is only for information and awareness purposes.
The Glymphatic System: Brain Waste Management Explained
The health of this system might lower the risks of Alzheimer’s disease. Note: This story reflects my research and personal experiences related to cognitive health. This post does not include health advice. It is only for information and awareness purposes.
Meditative Practices Alter the Brain's Biochemistry and Even Structure
Here's how meditation bolsters cortical thickness and shields against thinning based on the literature review and personal experience. Note: This story reflects my research and personal experiences related to meditation and mindfulness practices in cognitive science. This post does not include health advice. It is only for information and awareness purposes.
How Fasting Reduces Infection Risks and Accelerates Recovery
Scientists suggest fasting could complement vaccination as a therapy, offering immune support and aiding in controlling hyperinflammation. Note: This story reflects my research and personal experiences related to immune health. This post does not include health advice. It is only for information and awareness purposes.
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I write about important and valuable life lessons. My goal is to delight my readers. My content aims to inform and engage my readers. I'm a cognitive scientist, technologist, and postdoctoral researcher, with four decades of experience.
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