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This episode is brought to you by Momentous, Our Place, and Air Doctor.\xa0\n\nWe know that the seeds of Alzheimer\u2019s disease are planted at least twenty years before a diagnosis. It\u2019s never too early to think about the lifestyle changes that can influence brain health and reduce the risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases. With all the health and wellness advice out there, it can be challenging to know what to prioritize and what truly matters when it comes to protecting our brain health. Today\u2019s guest breaks it down for us and gives us actionable steps we can implement immediately, regardless of age.\n\nToday on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with neurophysiologist Louisa Nicola. Louisa shares the top three lifestyle factors that can influence our risk for Alzheimer\u2019s disease. She helps us sort through the most current research and uncovers the biggest myths. She also shares the top two supplements that are critical for protecting brain health and the optimal prescription for exercise and resistance training. Looking to protect your brain health? Louisa shows us how.\n\nLouisa Nicola, an Australian-born neurophysiologist and sports scientist, has made significant strides in the field of brain performance and human potential. In 2016, she founded Neuro Athletics, a consulting firm dedicated to optimizing brain health and performance for athletes, executives, and high performers. Louisa's innovative methods improve reaction times, decision-making, and mental acuity. Her vision is to expand Neuro Athletics' reach, empowering more individuals to achieve their full potential through enhanced brain function and mental resilience.\n\nIn this episode, Dhru and Louisa dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):\n\nThe alarming increase in Alzheimer's disease despite genetics\xa0(00:00:36 / 00:00:36)\n\nWhy sleep is a critical factor in preventing disease (2:55 / 2:55)\n\nThe impact of a sedentary lifestyle on increasing your risk for Alzheimer\u2019s disease and tips for beginners (14:00 / 10:30)\n\nPhysiology as we age (28:00 / 24:30)\n\nFundamental pillars of nutrition and the power of Omega3 fatty acids (36:00 / 31:43)\n\nCreatine for neuroprotection, energy, and reversing osteoporosis (49:00 / 44:14)\n\nThe biggest myth about Alzheimer\u2019s disease (56:00 / 51:10)\n\nWhat motivated Louisa to study Alzheimer\u2019s disease (1:03:00 / 58:02)\xa0\n\nActionable steps you can implement to reduce your risk (1:07:00 / 1:02:10)\n\nImplementing sauna into your routine to induce good stress (1:10:00 / 1:05:30)\n\nBrain optimization beyond the fundamentals (1:13:00 / 1:08:40)\n\nSocial connections that power health (1:21:00 / 1:16:30)\n\nBigger Muscles-better brain health (1:29:00 / 1:24:30)\xa0\n\n\nAlso mentioned in this episode:\n\nOmega Quant Test\n\nNeuroathletics Instagram\n\nSleep Regularity as a Predictor of All Cause Mortality Study\xa0\n\n\nFor more on Louisa, follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube, or visit her website.\n\nOptimize your energy and mental clarity with the purest form of creatine made by and used by the best. Go to livemomentous.com and enter promo code DHRU to get 20% off any order.\n\nReduce your toxic load by starting with your cookware! Go to fromourplace.com and enter the promo code DHRU at checkout to get 10% off any order.\xa0\xa0\xa0\n\nAirDoctor is offering my community $300 off. Just go to dhrupurohit.com/filter/ to clean up your home\u2019s air and feel better today.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices