TMHS 805 - How Your Environment Can Cause Dementia & Cognitive Decline - With Max Lugavere

Published: July 2, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Rates of dementia are skyrocketing in the US and across the world. Losing cognitive function is one of the scariest experiences a person can have, and it\u2019s especially devastating for the patient\u2019s loved ones. What can we do to help fewer families experience the heartbreak of dementia? That\u2019s exactly what you\u2019re going to learn on this episode.\xa0\xa0\xa0

Today, health and science journalist Max Lugavere is back on The Model Health Show. He\u2019s here to share enlightening facts on how environmental factors can influence your risk of developing dementia. You\u2019re going to learn how things like exposure to air pollution, microplastics, and ultra-processed food can impact cognitive function over time.\xa0\xa0

\xa0Max is also sharing exciting details about his new documentary, foods to avoid for better brain health, and his personal experience of having a loved one go through dementia.\xa0His passion for this topic is palpable, and we can all take these tips to heart. I hope you enjoy this conversation with the one and only, Max Lugavere.\xa0\xa0

In this episode you\u2019ll discover:\xa0

  • What dementia is.\xa0\xa0

  • Why every case of dementia is unique.\xa0\xa0

  • How long it takes for symptoms of dementia to appear.\xa0

  • What are some of the different subtypes of dementia are.\xa0

  • The role that environment plays in the development of neurodegenerative diseases.\xa0

  • What percentage of dementia cases are genetic.\xa0\xa0

  • Which three dementia risk factors are non-modifiable. \xa0

  • The connection between type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer\u2019s disease.\xa0

  • How air pollution can contribute to the risk of neurogenerative diseases.\xa0

  • The top three food types to avoid in order to reduce your risk of dementia.\xa0\xa0

  • How ultra-processed foods and exposure to microplastics are connected.\xa0

  • Which oils and fats are best for brain health.\xa0

  • Why Max decided to make a documentary.\xa0

  • What to consider about determining your carbohydrate intake.\xa0\xa0

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