At the Texas Center for Lifestyle Medicine, we believe true well-being means more than just not being sick. It's about understanding yourself, handling your feelings well, and building strong, good relationships that make life better. This idea is central to our work, helping us guide people to achieve overall health.

My sister, Dr. Diana Ruan, and I created the CODE/AURA Profile with this goal in mind. This special system is a complete guide to help people understand their inner thoughts and how they interact with the world. We first made it to help professionals in stressful jobs, especially in healthcare, where burnout is common. But we quickly saw that it could help everyone.

We found that the ideas and practices in the CODE/AURA Profile were very useful for anyone wanting to improve their emotional skills, become stronger, and live a more balanced, happy, and meaningful life. This system, first made to help healthcare workers deal with burnout, has become a valuable tool for an...

In the complex world of neuroscience, one of the striking revelations is the role of inflammatory proteins in our body and brain. These proteins are an essential part of our body's defense mechanism, working tirelessly to protect us from various threats.

The Body’s Inflammatory Response

Our body is equipped with a variety of inflammatory agents. These agents are part of a sophisticated system designed to counteract inflammation, which often occurs as a response to injury or infection. They identify and target invaders, ensuring that potential threats are quickly neutralized before causing harm.

The Brain’s Unique Inflammatory Proteins

Interestingly, our brain also generates its own set of inflammatory proteins. Unlike those found in the rest of the body, these proteins are somewhat unique. Customized for the brain’s specific needs, they act as vigilant guardians, managing the inflammation that could arise from various neurological stressors.

The Defense Mechanism and Alzheimer's D...

When considering brain health, we often think of conditions deemed irreversible, seemingly unaffected by lifestyle changes. However, through analyzing high-quality data, we gain insights into the functioning of the brain and mental health, paving the way for actionable steps toward desired outcomes.

Utilizing tangible data, we can chart a course for change. While each person possesses a unique brain signature, common patterns offer valuable clues for improving outcomes.

Brain mapping compares an individual's brain wave patterns to those of a healthy control group, highlighting regions with abnormal activity levels. Armed with this data, individuals often contemplate their contribution to achieving desired health outcomes. This comparison helps us as providers identify any areas where your brain might be functioning differently, which can be key in understanding conditions like anxiety, ADHD, or even concussions.

But brain mapping isn't just about diagnosis. It's also about empowerme...