Gastroenterologist lists 5 things he does for his brain health: ‘Last one is also great for your gut’
Published on: Aug. 6, 2025, 10:23 p.m. | Source: The Indian Express
Gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi practices five key habits for his brain health, corroborated by neurologist Dr. Girish Soni, emphasizing a holistic approach. These include cold showers to activate the brain stem and boost alertness, deep breathing to calm the amygdala and reduce stress, prioritizing 7-9 hours of uninterrupted sleep to support the hypothalamus (regulating hormones, appetite, and energy), taking daily walks to activate the hippocampus for sharp memory and learning, and consuming brain-fueling foods like eggs for choline, dark chocolate for epicatechin, and green tea for L-theanine and EGCG. Dr. Soni further elaborates that cold showers enhance circulation and mood, deep breathing techniques calm the parasympathetic nervous system, quality sleep prevents insulin resistance and cognitive decline, and walking improves cognitive function by boosting neurotrophic factors. They both recommend integrating these low-cost physical, psychological, and dietary strategies, along with other nutrient-rich foods like dry fruits, fatty fish, and leafy greens, for enhanced alertness, stress management, and long-term cognitive resilience, with caution for individuals with pre-existing health conditions.
