NeuroNerd Alert: How the Three Brains Talk to Each Other: The Neuroscience Behind It

Cooking as a Map: Flexibility in Three-Brain Recipes

As we explore the interconnectedness of the head, heart, and gut—what we refer to as the "three brains"—we are stepping into an exciting...

For a long time, I believed a lie—that taking care of myself was selfish. That prioritizing rest, nourishment, and boundaries somehow...

Have you ever noticed that walnuts resemble the human brain, or that beans look like little hearts? Nature has a fascinating way...

Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays a key role in motivation, pleasure, learning, and reward. Often called the "feel-good"...

Since moving back to Minnesota, I’ve become a  rabid  consumer of podcasts. With my second home (my car) as a daily workspace, podcasts...

If you had told my lawyer self years ago that one day I’d be writing a cookbook/blog blending neuroscience, wellness, and food, I...

Neuroscience has fascinated me for years. It’s not just an academic interest—it’s personal. My mother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis and my...

Ever noticed how a meal feels  different  when music is playing? Whether it's a slow jazz melody over dinner or an upbeat tune with your...

We often think of sleep as simply a time to rest and recover, but it’s so much more than that. While we sleep, the brain is actively...

Have you ever noticed that after a good night’s sleep, the world just seems a little brighter? You feel more patient, more understanding,...

As neuro-nerds, we know that the brain is not a solitary organ working in isolation. Instead, it’s a dynamic system of interconnected...

For those who geek out on the brain, the role of sleep in brain health is nothing short of fascinating. We know that sleep is essential...

We don’t just eat to fuel our bodies—we eat to nourish our minds, our hearts, and our gut instincts. Food is energy, and how we receive...

Neuroscience is still in its infancy. Every year, we uncover more about the intricate ways our three brains—the head, heart, and...

If you're like me, training for a half marathon is both exciting and a little overwhelming. I just started training for my own half...

If you’ve ever tried to lose weight during a particularly stressful time, you may have noticed that it’s just harder to shed those extra...

We all feel the pressure of modern life—work, relationships, responsibilities, and constant busyness. But the idea of reducing stress...

Stress is inevitable, but how we manage it makes all the difference.  Burnout  by Emily and Amelia Nagoski dives deep into the science of...