by Stephan Neff | Jul 6, 2024 | Be Curious, Be Unstoppable, Create Habits, Learn, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Resilience, Sleep, Sobriety, Stress Reduction
Unveiling the Brain’s Waste Disposal System: New Insights The human brain, consisting of around 170 billion cells, constantly generates waste as it performs its functions. Keeping the brain healthy involves removing this waste, but the exact process has long been a...
by Stephan Neff | Jun 26, 2024 | Active Lifestyle, Be Curious, Be Unstoppable, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Nutrition, Regular Health Checks, Resilience, Sleep, Sobriety, Weight Loss
It simply sneaks up on you. I was certainly surprised when my GP took my blood pressure, and it was at rather unhealthy high levels. Now, that was more than ten years ago when I still drank, and my levels of stress were unmanageably high. He counselled me on lifestyle...
by Stephan Neff | Jun 21, 2024 | Active Lifestyle, Be Curious, Be Unstoppable, Breath Work, Create Habits, Emotional Intelligence, Find Purpose, Hydration, Learn, Maintain Relationships, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Nutrition, Regular Health Checks, Resilience, Sleep, Sobriety, Stress Reduction, Weight Loss
Imagine a tiny switch inside your body that decides when your cells should grow, divide, and use energy. This switch is called mTOR, short for mechanistic Target of Rapamycin. It plays a crucial role in how our cells function, and understanding it can help us manage...
by Stephan Neff | Jun 14, 2024 | Active Lifestyle, Be Unstoppable, Create Habits, Find Purpose, Learn, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Resilience, Sleep, Stress Reduction, Weight Loss
Cliche or core to recharging your life? Over the last week, I have suffered from cabin fever a few times. I am blessed to live close to the majestic Redwood Forest in Rotorua, New Zealand. Do I ever take advantage of that? Yeah, right. Therefore, I consciously walked...
by Stephan Neff | Jun 1, 2024 | Mental Health, Nutrition, Sleep
Hello, everyone! Today, I want to talk about something that’s absolutely vital for our health and well-being, especially as we navigate the busy demands of middle age: essential amino acids. These building blocks of protein are crucial for maintaining muscle mass,...
by Stephan Neff | Jun 1, 2024 | Be Unstoppable, Create Habits, Learn, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Resilience, Sleep, Stress Reduction
The miracle of Circadian Rhythms One of the most dramatic features of the world in which we live, is the cycle of the day and night. Almost all species exhibit daily changes in their behaviors and physiology in response to this cycle. These daily rhythms are not...
by Stephan Neff | May 29, 2024 | Mental Health, Sleep, Stress Reduction, Weight Loss
Introduction Sleep is an essential component of a healthy life, yet many middle-aged individuals find their sleep disrupted by a condition known as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This disorder, which often goes undiagnosed, can significantly impact your health,...
by Stephan Neff | May 29, 2024 | Active Lifestyle, Sleep, Sobriety, Stress Reduction, Uncategorized, Weight Loss
A recently developed scorecard by researchers might motivate you to reduce the risks of dementia and stroke. Led by researchers at the McCance Center for Brain Health at Massachusetts General Hospital, an international study has introduced and validated a Brain Care...
by Stephan Neff | May 29, 2024 | Breath Work, Mental Health, Sleep, Stress Reduction
Anxiety is expected but not easy to accept. Nearly everyone encounters mild anxiety at some stage. Yet, for some, anxiety escalates into extreme reactions during daily tasks, termed anxiety disorders. These encompass various types, like generalized anxiety, social...
by Stephan Neff | May 28, 2024 | Active Lifestyle, Learn, Mental Health, Sleep, Stress Reduction, Weight Loss
Why you are not too old for strength training! As we journey through life, navigating the demands of work, family, and personal growth, it’s easy to overlook one of the most important aspects of our well-being: our physical strength. Middle age is often...
