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Think you’re doing everything right for your health? You might be surprised. In this video, we break down four popular wellness trends—like sugary health foods, unregulated supplements, overtracking your habits, and burning scented candles—that could actually harm your brain.
Learn what the science says about how these habits affect memory, mental clarity, and long-term brain health—and what you can do instead to stay truly well.

References:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-modern-brain/202506/4-wellness-trends-that-can-harm-your-brain
Transcript
00:00Welcome back sunbro. We hope you all in great health and great money.
00:04Before we start, please at least subscribe so we can have little money for food and paying bills.
00:09Alright, today we are going to talk about top 4 healthy habits that are secretly harming your
00:15brain. Trying to be healthy, some popular trends can quietly work against your brain.
00:20Here are 4 to watch out for. 1. Sugary health foods. Snacks like granola bars,
00:25flavored yogurt and drinks often hide lots of added sugar. That sugar can raise your risk of
00:30dementia and speed up cognitive decline. It causes inflammation, insulin resistance and
00:35weakens memory. Always check the ingredients, not the marketing, and skip products with high added
00:39sugar. 2. Unregulated supplements. Supplements aren't strictly regulated. Some contain heavy
00:45metals like lead or even hidden drugs. Look for NSF or USP seals, avoid big claims,
00:50skip shady online brands, and talk to your doctor before starting anything.
00:543. Obsessing over health. Tracking health is fine until it becomes stressful.
00:59Constant perfectionism, influencer comparisons, and extreme diets can lead to anxiety and poor
01:04mental health. Orthorexia and obsession with clean eating can also cause real harm.
01:09Aim for balance, not obsession. 4. Incense and scented candles. These release fine particles
01:14and chemicals like benzene and formaldehyde that harm brain function. Even short use can lower cognition.
01:20If you use them, ventilate well, trim candle wicks, and choose unscented beeswax over paraffin or
01:25scented ones. Not all wellness trends are harmless. Be label smart, choose tested supplements,
01:30skip perfection, and keep your air clean. Your brain will thank you.

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