Brain Health Articles BY Dr. Daniel T Johnston

 

Dr. Daniel T Johnston

Preventive Medicine, Department of Defense, US Military, Comprehensive Soldier Fitness

Bio:

Physician, military officer and public health expert for the Department of Defense. I believe Comprehensive Soldier Fitness is vital for resilience and performance. Research Omega-3 EPA/DHA for health and performance.

The statements I make on this site do not constitute an endorsement by or opinion of the Army or the Department of Defense.

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Credentials:

Education

• BS, Santa Clara University
• MD, Creighton University School of Medicine, NE
• MPH, Emory University

Board Certifications

• Preventive Medicine, American Board of Preventive Medicine

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Dr. Daniel T Johnston

Physician, military officer and public health expert for the Department of Defense. I believe Comprehensive Soldier Fitness is vital for resilience and performance. Research Omega-3 EPA/DHA for health and performance.

The statements I make on this site do not constitute an endorsement by or opinion of the Army or the Department of Defense.

Can omega-3s help prevent post-partum depression?

Depression during pregnancy is estimated to occur in 10-20% of women and is associated with
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How does eating fish benefit the brain?

The dry weight of the human brain is 60% “fat” that is full of critical
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What is SAMe?

SAMe is a chemical

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Can you get any smarter than you already are?

Fatigue has wrongly been viewed in our society

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Should I take aspirin even if I take omega 3 supplements daily?

The scientific evidence shows that taking aspirin (in the standard recommended doses) while
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How do omega-3 fatty acids fight inflammation?

Background: Not all Omega-3s are the same. Fish oil (and seafood) contains two
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How can probiotics reduce GI problems?

Probiotics are fascinating because through them

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What are the health benefits of chia seed?

What an amazing seed with an amazingly long history of delivering on taste, health and
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What is melatonin?

Melatonin is a hormone found naturally in the body and is produced by a gland in the center of
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Can taking fish oil supplements benefit your joints?

Research supports that EPA, one of the Omega-3s found in fish oil, is the key anti-inflammatory.
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What is the role of fish oil in high cholesterol?

Bottom Line: Fish Oil contains 2 important fatty acids called EPA and DHA
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What oil in fish lowers triglycerides?

Bottom Line Up Front: Omega-3 EPA/DHA in fish oil lowers triglycerides.
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What is neurofeedback?

Neurofeedback is an exciting, high-tech, computer-video based method using special
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What is creatinine?

Creatinine should not be confused with creatine, the popular dietary supplement. Creatinine
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How is melatonin used?

People use melatonin to adjust the

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How does fish oil benefit health?

Today they are somewhere around 14,000 studies showing us the benefits of fish oil, more than
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What are the benefits to consuming fish and fish oil?

Key Benefits to fish/fish oil: a “miracle” ingredient to healthy living!
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What are the side effects of fish oil supplements?

Fish oil is SAFE

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What effect do fish and fish oil have on blood pressure?

Bottom Line Up Front: Taking fish oils orally seems to produce modest and
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Do we need multivitamins?

While serving as a military physician deployed in combat and charged with carrying for our
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Will neurofeedback help people who have ADHD?

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What should I look for when buying a fish oil supplement?

You should always you can find the type of omega-3, the quantity of omega-3, and information on the... More >

What should I look for on a bottle of fish oil omega-3s?

You should always you can find the type of omega-3, the quantity of omega-3, and information on
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Are omega-3s in food as healthy as those found in supplements?

Dieticians and nutritionists will tell you that the best source of any nutrient is actually the... More >

What is the difference between flax and fish oil?

Fish oil contains EPA and DHA omega-3s, also known as long-chain omega-3s. These are the most
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What is chia and is it a good source of omega-3?

 Chia is a good source of ALA omega-3s like flax and canola, however it does not contain EPA... More >

Will eating fish reduce my risk for coronary heart disease?

Yes. Omega-3s are good fats and there are different types of omega 3s. ALA omega-3 comes from
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Are there different types of omega-3s and where do they come from?

There are a number of types of omega-3 fatty acids, but they are generally separated into groups
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When were omega-3s discovered and how?

In some ways, you can say cavemen discovered omega-3s because it is no accident that early
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Is fish oil and omega-3 the same thing?

Not exactly, but they are related. Omega-3s are a group of fats that are necessary for your body to... More >

How much Omega-3 does my body need?

This depends on the health conditions you are trying to manage, as different doses have
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Do all fish oil supplements have the same amount of Omega-3?

No, they can vary quite a bit which is why it is important to read the label. Consumers often think... More >

What is the most common nutrient deficiency in America?

More and more health studies indicate that as a nation, our diet is chronically depleted of Omega-3... More >

How does neurofeedback work?

Here are the key concepts behind neurofeedback. This is an exciting technology holding a great deal... More >

What is the latest technology to assess mental health and brain function?

Quantitative EEG (electroencephelogram) Brain-mapping, or QEEG mapping, is a revolutionary and... More >

What is the theory behind QEEG brain-mapping?

Whether you are suffering from a disorder such as “stage fright” or depression or just... More >

How do I know if my brain is working optimally?

QEEGs use non-invasive skin placed electrodes (or a cap) and have helped remove the stigma of... More >

What is the best way to assess brain health and function?

 QEEG brain-mapping is a revolutionary and exciting technology that gives you more objective... More >

How does a QEEG brain-mapping work?

The ability of this fantastic tool to take one’s brain wave patterns (size, frequency,... More >

Why should I consider getting a QEEG?

 QEEGs can be used to help assess psychiatric and neurologic conditions (ADHD, anxiety,... More >

Are all omega-3 supplements the same?

Definitely not. First, there are 2 general kinds of omega-3s, short and long chain, and then you... More >

How do probiotic's work?

Probiotics are a class of nutritional supplements that are specifically designed to provide a
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What are the health benefits of probiotics?

The benefits of probiotics range from a better functioning gastrointestinal tract to a healthy
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Do probiotics help Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a chronic gastrointestinal disorder involving abdominal pain
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How can probiotics help fight a cold?

Every year from fall through early spring, millions of Americans suffer from the dreaded "common
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How do probiotics affect the immune system?

One recent study looking at a particular strain of probiotics called Bacillus coagulans showed
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Are probiotics safe and should I take them?

Probiotics have been shown to be very safe for human consumption and data on Bacillus coagulans,
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What is Sharecare?

When faced with important questions around health and wellness, time is critical. Military
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What are omega-3 fatty acids?

Omega-3s are a class of essential fatty acids that play a critical role in your body when it comes... More >

Why is a good sleep important?

I believe sleep is the single most vital wellness function we do every single 24 hour period. It
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