From Ram Rao
Ph.D., Principal Research Scientist
July 17, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
Dr. Ram Rao explains the importance of chewing well to aid digestion, weight management, cognitive function, sleep, and neural connections. Read More »
June 22, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
Exercise protects the body and brain, and releases osteocalcin, a hormone secreted from our skeletal system that plays a role in memory, mood and brain resilience. Read More »
June 7, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
The Ill Effects of Prolonged Sitting
Dr. Ram Rao discusses how prolonged sitting has serious detrimental effects on our bodies and health. Read More »
April 19, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
Dancing Increases Cognitive Acuity
Dancing can ward off Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative conditions by strengthening and stimulating the brain in the same way that physical exercise keeps the body fit. Read More »
March 17, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies
The Glymphatic System: The Brain’s Waste Disposal System
Dr. Rao describes the brain's process of removing waste proteins using the glymphatic system, which operates best during sleep and is stimulated during the day with exercise. Read More »
February 25, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, Nutrition
Dr. Ram Rao discusses the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of curcumin and its proven benefits to memory and brain health. Read More »
January 20, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
A Subtype of Alzheimer’s is an Infectious Disease
Dr. Ram Rao, explores Type 3 Alzheimer's bringing much needed attention to the infectious disease theory asserting that toxins, pathogens, bacteria, or viruses can contribute to the neurodegenerative process. Read More »
January 15, 2021•From Ram Rao, Insider Strategies, News
Alzheimer’s Disease and Grounding
Grounding, the process of placing bare feet or hands with direct contact with the earth is a method for reducing inflammation, a risk factor for Alzheimer's disease. Read More »