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TMHS 329: Stop Brain Shrinkage And Activate Your Healthy Brain Genes - With Guest Dr. David Perlmutter

Published: Jan. 8, 2019, 11:27 p.m.

Scientist Neil deGrasse Tyson famously said, \u201cThe good thing about science is that it\u2019s true whether or not you believe in it.\u201d Even more fascinating is this truth: science is always changing. And if we want to live our best, healthiest lives, we need to be open minded to the ever-changing data, and consider how we can implement it into our lives in a realistic way.

Today\u2019s guest has made it his mission to bring compelling research to the table, even when it means disrupting conventional wisdom, or changing the conversation in a way that isn\u2019t always convenient or comfortable in our modern society. Dr. David Perlmutter is a Board Certified Neurologist, and the author of the New York Times Best-Seller, Grain Brain.

Today, Dr. Perlmutter joins us to share the new and emerging science that inspired the updated and revised version of his book. We\u2019re digging deep into the topics of brain inflammation, neurological disorders, gluten sensitivities, and how you can prevent these illnesses. I know you\u2019ll find this research equally fascinating and inspiring, so listen in, take good notes, and enjoy this interview with the incredible Dr. David Perlmutter!

In this episode you\u2019ll discover:

  • The shocking sciencebehind the efficacy of Alzheimer\u2019s medication.
  • What cytokines are (and how they relate to brain function).
  • The link between the microbiome and inflammation in the body.
  • What researchers at Harvard found about non-celiac gluten sensitivities.
  • How gluten consumption affects leaky gut.
  • The link between belly fat and the risk of developing Alzheimer\u2019s disease.
  • How 20 minutes of aerobic activity per day can help your brain.
  • What BDNFis (and how it can give you a second chance!)
  • Four tips for increasing your neuroplasticity.
  • How CBD can help fight inflammation.
  • The truth about consuming artificial sweeteners.
  • How your prefrontal cortex and your amygdala differ when it comes to food choices.
  • The damaging effects of eating low quality meats.
  • How one night of bad sleep can disrupt hunger signals and emotions.
  • The link between gut bacteriaand mental health.

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