Neurofeedback & Brain Health with Dr. Andrew Hill

Dr. Andrew Hill is a neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and biohacking advocate. He holds a PhD. in Cognitive Neuroscience from UCLA, and is best known for his mission to bring the brain-hacking technology of neurofeedback into mainstream practice. In this episode we discuss brain mapping, retraining cognitive function, breaking down addiction and tolerance, and how to effectively reset your circadian rhythm with light and food.SHOW NOTES:1:22 Welcome to the show!1:56 Dr. Hill’s Bio3:15 What is Neurofeedback?5:22 Beta vs Theta brain waves7:14 Neurofeedback Sessions8:53 Sudoku vs Meditation10:05 What exactly is meditation?10:22 “Present-time awareness”11:35 “Single-point Awareness”12:25 Meta “Heart-Mind Awareness”15:32 His brain-biohacking rules17:49 Brain-Mapping (Quantitative EEG)19:14 Anterior-Cingulate features21:11 Posterior-Cingulate features21:59 Creating agency over your own brain function24:19 Genetics and Cognitive expression26:35 The Mapping Cap30:35 Mapping Biohackers + Stimulants33:04 Recovery time on Neurofeedback34:19 Traumatic Brain Injuries & Brain Fog41:15 Addiction and the brain42:45 Coffee vs other stimulants45:29 Reversing cannabis tolerance48:40 Peak Brain’s Nootropic49:27 The problem with melatonin51:21 Why light isn’t as dangerous as we think52:19 Circadian Rhythm & Food Rules58:31 Glycation & Oxidation with Aging1:00:18 How Neurofeedback was discovered!1:03:56 Working with Chronic Pain patients1:10:10 His one piece of advice for takeaway1:10:27 Inaccuracies with sleep trackers1:15:03 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Website: Peak Brain InstituteTwitter: @PeakBrainLAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeakBrainInstituteInstagram: @PeakBrainLAYouTube: Peak Brain Channel LinkedInSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands