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BrainShape Podcast

Feb 25, 2020

This episode concludes our two-part series on how to combine the best of Western and Eastern medicine for optimal health. Our guest, Dr. Catherine Kurosu, trained as an acupuncturist and subsequently integrated this modality into her medical practice. Hoping to raise awareness of the benefits of this approach to...


Feb 18, 2020

The next two episodes will be a series that covers the topic of how to combine the best of Western & Eastern medicine for optimal health. Specifically, you'll learn how your everyday choices (e.g., exercise, nutrition, & stress management) impact your health & wellness, & the important roles sleep & stress play in how...


Feb 11, 2020

Music is incredibly powerful. Some songs – when played – can open up a floodgate of memories & emotions. To help us learn about music & the brain, this episode features a book called, “This Is Your Brain on Music: The Science of a Human Obsession” by Dr. Daniel J. Levitin. Using quotes from Dr. Levitin’s book,...


Feb 4, 2020

As you age, your brain undergoes normal structural and functional changes. One of these changes includes shrinkage of your hippocampus – your brain’s memory centre. Specifically, research shows that – on average, as you age - your hippocampus shrinks around 1-2% per year. But, there are lifestyle behaviours that...