After years of watching mysteries and myths shroud the brain, Ronald 
Kotuluk’s book, Inside the Brain ... shows how researchers are fighting back… with life-changing answers….
Kotulak highlights 4 brain based areas that offer new tools for brain renewal:
1. Hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and growth hormones which are playing an increasing role in helping to prevent memory loss and other problems….
2. Drugs that improve memory in animals are already being used to treat stroke patients and some of these already create improved memory…
3. Brain chemicals called “neurotrophic factors” which keep cells communicating with one another are being tested in ways that could grow new brain cells… When these factors disappear or shrink that process inhibits the brain’s ability to grow new brain cells or to replace missing ones….
4. Brain cells are now found to be sustained and stimulated by physically changing your brain through experiences and education well beyond the golden years… a new concept…
Could any of these tools ratchet up your chances for success today…?
Ellen, when I read the article you cited here, I was interested that: "The environment affects not only the number of brain cells and the number of connections among them, but also the way these connections are 'wired.'" This article shows the powerful difference it makes to provide a very stimulating and nuturing environment for children. So the scope of this research not only gives great hope for our golden years, but also shows the possibilities that open for children as well. Thanks for bringing this article to our attention!
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