Creating new neurons in adulthood

We're constantly regenerating the cells in our bodies. Our skin, our organs, our hair—they're all "completely" new every so often.

For a long time it was thought that the brain was different, that we were born with a number of neurons And as we grew older, we had less endowment.

In the 1960s it was discovered that this was not the case.

However, this issue did not receive renewed attention until the 1990s.

Specifically new neurons can grow in the hypothalamus and hippocampus. The hippocampus is closely related to short- and long-term memory.

The most interesting thing is that with certain habits and practices you can stimulate this growth and therefore improve your memory.

Read on to find out how.

Although, as we have said, most neurons are formed in the prenatal stage, new neurons can be generated after birth and in adulthood.

It is therefore a question of taking care of the ones we already have and promoting the formation of new ones.

For both cases the formation of neurotrophins is crucial.

They are proteins responsible for ensuring that our nervous system functions correctly: HelpIn the survival of neurons, they promote the creation of new neurons from neural stem cells and induce apoptosis (programmed death) when necessary.

It is therefore crucial to have a significant production of Neurotrophins, but what types are there?

Let's take a very brief look at the main types of neurotrophins:

1 nerve growth factor (NGF)

It is secreted by the cell into the neuron, ensuring its survival.

2 Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF)

It is found mainly in the brain. Help to the survival of neurons, but also to the differentiation of stem cells into new neurons and to the increase in synapses (connections between neurons).

It is especially active in the hippocampus, an area of ​​the brain related to memory.

In animal studies it has been observed to be crucial for adult neurogenesis.

3 OTHER TYPES OF NEUROTROPHINS

There are other neutrophins such as Neurotrophin-3 (NT-3) and Neurotrophin-4 (NT-4) that induce the differentiation of neurons and DHEA and DHEA sulfate that are smaller in size and are called microneurotrophins.

Since you have seen the importance of these proteins the question is:

How can we produce more? Here are some key points:

• Do physical exercise: Performing physical exercise can increase BDNF production up to three times. HelpIn particular, sports disciplines that need to be considered (it has been seen that, for example, Brazilian jiu jitsu is very effective for this objective).
• Learn something new: whether it is a new language (if it is difficult, even better), dancing, a new skill (cooking, sculpting, painting...).
• Don't always follow the same route: When you go to work, try not to always follow the same route.
• Use your non-dominant hand more: If you are right-handed, try using your left hand to open the door, try writing with it, use it to turn on the tap...
• Read a lot: Reading activates all regions of the cerebral cortex and stimulates the creation of neurotrophins.
• Fasting: Fasting and calorie restriction have been shown to stimulate BDNF production.
• Eat a healthy diet: Properly nourishing your body helps ensure that it has the necessary substrates for the production of neurotrophins.
• Use Nootropics: No... what? Don't worry, if this is the first time you've heard this word, it refers to substances that stimulate mental abilities such as cognition, memory, concentration, and attention.

For some time now, a fungus has been earning a well-deserved place among these substances.

This is the mushroom known as Lion's Mane. (scientific name: Hericium erinaceus). It has the potential to promote brain health by stimulating the creation of NGF.

It has been shown to improve cognitive function in older adults (study), increasing and modulating the production of NFG and BDNF in animals (study, study) and precisely for this reason its usefulness has been seen in the prevention of enjoying good mental health in old age (study, study).

For centuries this mushroom has been used in Japanese herbal medicine in teas or as a tonic.

Seeing this evidence at Baïa, we saw the need to create a new product to improve your brain function.

We present to you the Brain Latte.

With Lion's Mane extract, this latte It's your great ally for improving your cognitive performance, acting as a powerful nootropic. Plus, we add cocoa, which gives it a delicious chocolate flavor and, thanks to its high antioxidant content, complements its beneficial effect on memory.

It also has cardamom, which Help to eliminate aluminum from the brain and reduce amyloid plaque.

You can enjoy the Brain Latte mixing a tablespoon with your favorite milk, with coffee, or adding it to a bowl of oatmeal.