Madelyn Cryer, BSc

MAGNESIUM!

Swipe through to read about sources and functions of magnesium and some conditions in which magnesium can help benefit!

I personally have been using magnesium bisglycinate (one of several forms) for several years now to help with digestive issues as well as stress and sleep quality. I generally take 400mg and increase/decrease as needed and have found significant benefits for my personal concerns.

If you think you could benefit from magnesium, talk to a registered healthcare provider to explore your options!

Scroll through to see what bright light therapy is and why it might be beneficial to incorporate this into your winter routine!



Citations
1. Pail, G., Huf, W., Pjrek, E., Winkler, D., Willeit, M., Praschak-Rieder, N., & Kasper, S. (2011). Bright-light therapy in the treatment of mood disorders. Neuropsychobiology, 64(3), 152-162.

2. Harrison, S. J., Tyrer, A. E., Levitan, R. D., Xu, X., Houle, S., Wilson, A. A., ... & Meyer, J. H. (2015). Light therapy and serotonin transporter binding in the anterior cingulate and prefrontal cortex. Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica, 132(5), 379-388)

My truth about the gym:

I hate the gym. I always have. I lack self-confidence and am a serious perfectionist and so I hate the idea of someone watching me do an exercise imperfectly, or messing up and looking stupid.

BUT, I can honestly say that I feel so much better after going.

❗️Cognitively, I feel more alert and have less brain fog. In a 2014 article from the Harvard Health Letter, it mentions that regular aerobic exercise appears to boost the size of the hippocampus which is the brain area involved in verbal memory and learning (1).

❗️Mentally, I feel not only more confident after exercise, but also more positive and tenacious. Physical activity has been shown to boost brain-derived neurotrophic factors (BDNF), which is thought to be reduced in depressed patients (2).

❗️Physically, well, you’ve heard about that!

For the past 2 months, I really let my physical activity slip and I feel worse as a result of it. I feel sluggish, tired and stagnant.
But the good part is, you can always get back on the horse💪🏼 Here’s to starting fresh for not only myself, but also my future patients- to practice what I will one day preach!

Even if it’s just a quick walk around the block, here’s your sign to give back to your body and get moving today❤️💪🏼

Citations:
1. Godman, H. (2014). Regular exercise changes the brain to improve memory, thinking skills. Harvard Health Blog.
2. Schuch, F. B., & Stubbs, B. (2019). The role of exercise in preventing and treating depression. Current sports medicine reports, 18(8), 299-304.

I could NOT survive exams without my Cognitive Recharge supplement from InspireHealth Niagara!

This formula from Dr. Groves contains Ashwagandha, GABA, Theanine, Phosphatidylserine and Relora. These are amino acids, adaptogens, phospholipids and neurotransmitters that help combat brain fog and fatigue as well as managing a healthy physiological stress response.

I’m showing some major appreciation for these today as I’m 3/7 exams through my exam season!

Thinking about the brave soldiers, pilots, medics and all those individuals who have dedicated their lives to contribute to the freedom we have today. Your sacrifice and willingness to serve our country is recognized and so appreciated. Thank you for all that you do.