Clinical pathway
Cognitive Longevity
Brain-health planning grounded in evidence — cognitive wellness assessment, sleep optimization, cardiovascular and metabolic risk management, and lifestyle strategies that support clarity and resilience over time.
Your brain is not separate from the rest of your body.
Cognitive health is deeply connected to cardiovascular fitness, metabolic health, sleep quality, hormonal balance, and mood. We do not treat brain health in isolation. We address it as part of the whole picture.
What we assess
Four domains of cognitive health
Cognitive Wellness
Processing speed, working memory, attention, and reaction time — assessed through validated cognitive testing modules.
Sleep & Brain Health
Sleep quality directly affects cognitive function. We evaluate sleep patterns and their impact on clarity and focus.
Cardiovascular Risk
Cardiovascular health is closely linked to brain health. We assess blood pressure, lipids, and metabolic markers that affect cognitive longevity.
Metabolic Health
Blood sugar regulation, insulin sensitivity, and metabolic function play a significant role in long-term brain health.
Evidence-informed strategies
Six pillars of a brain-health plan
These are not unproven "biohacks." They are the lifestyle factors with the strongest evidence for supporting long-term cognitive function.
Physical Activity
Regular aerobic and resistance training are among the most evidence-supported strategies for maintaining cognitive function.
Nutrition
A nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory dietary pattern supports both metabolic and brain health.
Sleep Optimization
Consistent, quality sleep is essential for memory consolidation and cognitive recovery.
Cognitive Engagement
Lifelong learning, social connection, and purposeful activity support cognitive resilience.
Risk Factor Management
Blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, and mood — addressing modifiable risk factors proactively.
Personalized Goals
Your cognitive-health plan is tailored to your risk factors, concerns, and goals — not a generic protocol.
Cognitive testing for wellness, not diagnosis
Our cognitive assessments provide a baseline and track changes over time. They are not diagnostic tools for dementia or Alzheimer's disease. If we identify concerns that warrant further evaluation, we will refer you to a neurologist or neuropsychologist for comprehensive diagnostic assessment.
Questions
Cognitive Longevity FAQ
Summit Peak Wellness is located in North Boulder’s Dakota Ridge neighborhood and serves clients from Boulder, Niwot, Gunbarrel, Longmont, Lyons, Lafayette, Louisville, Superior, Erie, and surrounding Boulder County communities.
Conveniently located in Dakota Ridge and serving North Boulder, Wonderland Lake, Newlands, Mapleton Hill, Gunbarrel, Niwot, Longmont, and surrounding Boulder County communities for cognitive wellness assessments, brain-health planning, and evidence-informed longevity care.
Medical Review
Written and medically reviewed by Holly Powell, MSN, MBA, FNP-C
Holly Powell is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with 20 years of primary care experience and advanced training in obesity medicine, menopause care, lifestyle medicine, and longevity medicine. Every assessment, lab review, and personalized plan at Summit Peak Wellness is built and delivered by Holly — not delegated to assistants.
Important: The information on this page is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. All recommendations are individualized based on your personal health history, lab results, and goals. Treatment decisions—including medications, lab orders, and referrals—are made only after a clinical evaluation. Some treatments may not be appropriate for you. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911. For urgent but non-emergency concerns, contact your primary care provider or an urgent care center.
Protect your clarity, focus, and cognitive resilience.
Start with the Summit Peak Healthspan Assessment, which includes cognitive-health risk assessment as part of the comprehensive evaluation.