The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance Dr. John Gray: Addiction, Sexuality, & ADD - #222
May 26, 2015
John Gray, the best-selling author of 'Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus,' discusses the natural remedies for ADD and addiction. He delves into the effects of dopamine on cognitive function, highlighting the importance of balanced nutrition and its impact on mental well-being. Gray addresses gender differences in relationships, offering insights into communication challenges. The conversation also touches on meditation's benefits for dopamine sensitivity and personal growth within intimacy, providing practical advice to enhance personal performance and understanding in relationships.
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Use Coffee Before Stimulant Drugs
- Try giving children with hyperactive tendencies a cup of coffee before resorting to stimulants like Ritalin.
- Coffee stimulates the brain differently and doesn't overstimulate dopamine like methamphetamines.
Dopamine Overstimulation Dulls Pleasure
- Overstimulating dopamine receptors causes the brain to reduce receptor sites, making life less pleasurable.
- This downregulation creates a cycle of craving stronger stimulation to feel normal again.
Fast to Restore Dopamine Sensitivity
- To restore dopamine receptor sensitivity, fast from high-dopamine stimuli like pornography.
- This allows receptor sites to rebuild and normal sexual interest to return.
