This course is designed to educate the healthcare professional in understanding the proper development and physiology of the brain. Topics presented will include understanding how to assess and evaluate brain development and function, starting from fetal development. In addition, attendees will understand how other influences can change physiology and eventually lead to abnormal brain aging, otherwise known as neurodegeneration. The ability for the healthcare professional to evaluate and recognize proper development and physiology of the brain is imperative to support healthy brain aging. A review of human physiology will be followed by laboratory applications, differential diagnoses, and clinical applications. Attendees will also be presented case studies with clinical applications, assessment, and health maintenance including dietary, lifestyle, and nutritional support from an evidence-based approach/model, and when to refer for further consultation and/or evaluation. Important clinical jewels and insights will be discussed. Upon completion of this seminar, attendees will be able to: Understand proper brain physiology, development, and the impact of neurotransmitters on development and function Understand the impact of inflammation and oxidative stress on the brain Understand the role of methylation pathways, brain function, the glial system, and inflammatory immune response Understand and assess proper blood flow Identify cases that need to be referred for further consultation and/or evaluation
