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Most people think learning ends when school does.But what if lifelong learning could be the key to protecting your memory, sharpening your focus, and supporting long-term brain health?In this episode of the Kwik Brain podcast, I break down why learning just 10 minutes a day can help strengthen your brain, build cognitive reserve, and protect against age-related decline.I also share why this mission is deeply personal to me, from my own traumatic brain injury as a child to watching my grandmother struggle with Alzheimer's.We talk about how learning creates new neural pathways, why novelty and challenge matter for neuroplasticity, and how small daily learning habits can improve not just your intelligence, but also your resilience, adaptability, and quality of life over time.In this episode, you will learn:✅ Why continued learning helps protect the brain as you age✅ How neuroplasticity allows your brain to grow at any stage of life✅ What cognitive reserve is and why it matters for memory and resilience✅ Why 10 intentional minutes a day can make a real difference✅ Five simple ways to stimulate your brain through daily learning✅ How reading, language learning, and curiosity improve focus and mental flexibility✅ Why social learning can strengthen both your brain and your relationships✅ How learning new movement patterns can boost BDNF and support neuroplasticity✅ Why it is never too early or too late to start training your brainThis is about protecting your brain in a simple, practical way.Because the more you keep learning, the more you keep your mind active, resilient, and engaged.
Fish Oil Supplements And Alzheimer's-Related Decline A two-year randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial led by researchers at USC tested whether 2,000 mg of DHA fish oil daily could slow Alzheimer's-related brain changes in 365 adults ages 55–80 who rarely consumed fish and had at least one Alzheimer's risk factor. Researchers confirmed the supplement reached the brain by measuring a roughly 17% increase in cerebrospinal fluid DHA after six months. Despite successfully increasing brain DHA levels, participants taking fish oil showed no significant improvements in memory, global cognitive function, or hippocampal volume compared to placebo after two years. Host Dave Asprey explains why raising a single biomarker doesn't always translate into better brain performance, why nutrition works differently inside a complete dietary pattern than as an isolated supplement, and what this study means for anyone relying on fish oil as an Alzheimer's prevention strategy. Sources: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-06-fish-oil-supplements-alzheimer-decline.pdf https://www.cnn.com/2026/06/18/health/omega-3-fish-oil-algae-supplement-wellness ~~ DASH Diet Showed the Strongest Link to Long-Term Brain Health Researchers from Harvard analyzed dietary data from 159,347 participants across three long-running U.S. health studies to examine how eating patterns influence cognitive aging. Participants completed dietary questionnaires every four years over several decades, allowing investigators to compare six healthy dietary patterns, including the DASH and Mediterranean diets. While all six were associated with better cognitive health later in life, adherence to the DASH diet produced the strongest association, with participants showing roughly a 40% lower risk of subjective cognitive decline and stronger performance on objective cognitive testing. The protective relationship was strongest when healthy eating habits began during midlife. Host Dave Asprey breaks down why blood sugar control, lower inflammation, and healthier blood vessels may be the real drivers behind long-term brain resilience, and why your dietary choices in your 40s and 50s may have an outsized impact on cognitive aging decades later. Sources: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaneurology/article-abstract/2845466 https://www.health.harvard.edu/diet-and-nutrition/harvard-study-six-healthy-diets-linked-with-better-long-term-brain-health https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1117225 ~~ Scientists Identified an Ancient Brain Circuit That Filters Distractions Johns Hopkins researchers discovered a small population of inhibitory neurons within an evolutionarily ancient brainstem region that appears to control selective attention by determining which sensory information deserves focus and which distractions should be ignored. Mice trained on visual attention tasks consistently ignored irrelevant stimuli until researchers temporarily silenced these neurons, causing even weak distractions to hijack their attention while leaving vision and movement otherwise unaffected. Similar brain circuits exist in birds, reptiles, and other vertebrates, suggesting this attentional filtering system evolved long before the modern human cortex. Host Dave Asprey explains why attention may depend on much older brain circuitry than previously believed, how this discovery could reshape our understanding of ADHD and autism, and why future therapies may target the brainstem instead of the prefrontal cortex. Sources: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260624025426.htm ~~ Nearly Half of Older Adults Improved With Age Instead of Declining A Yale-led study followed 11,340 adults age 65 and older for up to 12 years using repeated measurements of cognition and walking speed to better understand how aging changes over time. Rather than finding universal decline, researchers discovered that 45% of participants improved in either cognitive function, physical performance, or both. Nearly one-third experienced measurable cognitive improvements, while over one-quarter improved physically. Researchers also found that participants with more positive beliefs about aging were significantly more likely to improve, even after accounting for education, chronic illness, depression, and other health factors. Host Dave Asprey explores why expectations about aging may become biologically embedded, why decline is far less inevitable than conventional medicine often assumes, and how mindset may directly influence healthy longevity. Sources: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260620100428.htm ~~ Glyphosate May Be Contributing to Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs Researchers publishing in Frontiers in Microbiology examined 102 bacterial strains collected from hospitals, agricultural land, and protected wetlands to investigate whether glyphosate exposure contributes to multidrug antibiotic resistance. Hospital bacteria demonstrated extensive resistance to both antibiotics and glyphosate, while even bacteria living inside protected nature reserves displayed measurable glyphosate resistance despite no direct herbicide application. Genetic analysis suggested resistant bacterial strains may move between agricultural environments and hospitals through shared waterways and sediments. The researchers argue pesticide safety testing should also evaluate whether chemicals encourage antibiotic resistance, one of the world's fastest-growing public health threats. Host Dave Asprey explains why environmental toxins may have unintended effects on the human microbiome, how herbicides could influence antimicrobial resistance beyond farming, and why environmental biology increasingly belongs in conversations about human health. Sources: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260620100434.htm https://www.openaccessgovernment.org/common-weedkiller-glyphosate-linked-to-rise-in-superbugs-scientists-warn/207515/ ~~ Butterflies That Barely Age Could Unlock New Longevity Pathways Researchers from the University of Bristol found that Heliconius butterflies live dramatically longer than closely related butterfly species while aging much more slowly. In one comparison, Heliconius hewitsoni survived up to 348 days, while a closely related species lived only 14 days. Unlike most butterflies, Heliconius feed on pollen throughout adulthood, providing amino acids that help preserve muscle function and physical performance with age. However, even when pollen was removed, these butterflies still significantly outlived their relatives, suggesting evolved genetic and metabolic mechanisms also contribute to their exceptional longevity. Host Dave Asprey explores why nature continues to provide unexpected models for slowing biological aging, what scientists hope to learn from species that naturally maintain function over time, and how comparative biology may uncover entirely new pathways for extending human healthspan. Sources: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260622014302.htm ~~ This episode is designed for biohackers, longevity enthusiasts, and high-performance listeners who want mechanism-level insights into omega-3 supplementation and Alzheimer's prevention, nutrition strategies for preserving cognitive health, newly discovered brain circuits controlling attention, the surprising biology behind healthy aging, environmental drivers of antibiotic resistance, and what one remarkably long-lived butterfly can teach us about extending healthspan. Host Dave Asprey connects randomized clinical trials, large population studies, neuroscience discoveries, microbiology research, and evolutionary biology into practical frameworks for improving brain performance, resilience, and longevity. New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday. Keywords: fish oil Alzheimer's study, DHA supplements memory, omega-3 brain health, DASH diet cognition, dementia prevention diet, cognitive decline nutrition, selective attention brainstem, focus neuroscience, ADHD brain research, positive aging beliefs, healthy aging study, cognitive improvement older adults, glyphosate antibiotic resistance, superbugs glyphosate, environmental toxins microbiome, butterfly longevity research, Heliconius aging, longevity science, biohacking news 2026, Dave Asprey, The Human Upgrade Thank you to our sponsors! - Suppgrade Labs | Grab your DAKE and Minerals 101 duo at shopsuppgradelabs.com and use code DAVEPOD for 15% off today - Neuronic | Go to www.neuronic.online Code DAVE for $100 off - iRestore | Reverse hair loss at www.irestore.com/DAVE and get exclusive savings on the iRestore Elite, use code DAVE Resources: • Get My 2026 Clean Nicotine Roadmap | Enroll for free at https://daveasprey.com/2026-clean-nicotine-roadmap/ • Get My 2026 Biohacking Trends Report: https://daveasprey.com/2026-biohacking-trends-report/ • Dave Asprey's Latest News | Go to https://daveasprey.com/ to join Inside Track today. • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/dave15 • My Daily Supplements: SuppGrade Labs (15% Off) • Favorite Blue Light Blocking Glasses: TrueDark (15% Off) • Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Join My Substack (Live Access To Podcast Recordings): https://substack.daveasprey.com/ • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:18 – Story #1 Fish Oil 02:31 – Story #2 DASH Diet 03:49 – Story #3 Brain Stem Attention Filter 05:59 – Story #4 Cognitive Decline Lies 08:24 – Story #5 Glyphosate 10:16 – Story #6 Butterfly Lifespan Research 12:16 – Biohacking Criticism Response See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nobody wants to think about the possibility of losing their spouse to Alzheimer's. But what if planning ahead meant considering something as unexpected as divorce? That's exactly the question Susan is grappling with today. Susan is 62, still working, and earning around $100K a year. Her husband is 65 and already retired. Together they've built a solid financial foundation — over $778K in investments, $181K in savings, and more than $762K in assets, all with no debt. By most measures, they're in great shape. But the potential cost of memory care and assisted living has them worried that everything they've worked for could be wiped out. In this episode, Jean and Susan cover: What a "Medicaid divorce" actually is, and whether it's a legitimate financial strategy How Medicaid spend-down rules work and what they mean for married couples What asset protection strategies exist beyond divorce How to think through the emotional and financial costs of planning for a spouse's cognitive decline If today's conversation made you think about how to protect your retirement, Jean's new book, The Forever Paycheck, is the perfect next step. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Greg Eckel to discuss Parkinson's disease, neurodegenerative disorders, and some of the most common misconceptions surrounding brain health. As a naturopathic physician and pioneer in regenerative medicine, Dr. Eckel has spent more than two decades exploring innovative approaches to supporting neurological function and improving quality of life for patients facing complex brain-related conditions. Dr. Eckel is the founder of bVital in Park City, Utah, and the creator of the Eckel Protocol®, an integrative approach that combines regenerative therapies, bioenergetics, and advanced health technologies. His work focuses on helping individuals optimize brain function, address chronic neurological challenges, and support long-term cognitive health. This conversation explores: Common myths and misconceptions about Parkinson's disease. The role of neuroinflammation in brain health and neurodegenerative conditions. Emerging approaches to brain regeneration and neurological recovery. How lifestyle, nutrition, and integrative medicine may support cognitive function. Dr. Eckel's interest in brain regeneration was deeply influenced by his personal experience caring for his wife during her battle with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. That journey led him to investigate regenerative medicine, neuroinflammation, and innovative therapeutic approaches designed to support the brain's natural healing processes. Today, his work incorporates a wide range of tools, including naturopathic medicine, Chinese medicine, regenerative therapies, mind-body practices, and emerging health technologies. A sought-after speaker and educator, Dr. Eckel has been featured on major media outlets, including ABC, NBC, and FOX. He is also the author of Shake It Off: An Integrative Approach to Parkinson's Solutions and has reached thousands through his educational programs focused on brain health, neuroplasticity, and regenerative medicine. Connect with Dr. Eckel: LinkedIn Instagram BrainRegen bVital Facebook X Youtube
This week South Korea announced they will be adjusting the Civilian Controlled Zone that borders the demilitarised area between North and South Korea. The reshuffle will allow thousands of civilians to be able to move with more freedoms, but for the Unexpected Elements team, it's sparked a conversation about scientific borders, boundaries, lines and barriers. First up, a look at the Wallace Line, an obscure ecological border in Indonesia that marks the boundary between Asian tigers and Australian kangaroos with Dr Ian McFadden from Queen Mary University. We learn about the blood-brain barrier, could new ‘shuttle' technologies help deliver vital new medicines that could help with Alzheimer's?Plus, why conflict causes the cost of flights to rise, and one scientist's attempt to map underground fungi networks. All that, plus many more Unexpected Elements.Presenter: Marnie Chesterton, with Candice Bailey and Paul Adepoju Producers: Margaret Sessa Hawkins, with Sophie Ormiston, Lucy Davies and Robbie Wojciechowski
Tom Kortbeek and Roos Meerman are the founders of Fillip Studios, a Netherlands-based interdisciplinary design studio whose work sits at the intersection of art, science, technology, and human experience. Together, Tom and Roos have spent more than a decade exploring what happens when artists, designers, engineers and scientists are invited into the same conversation. Their projects explore everything from human connection to healthcare to public ethics, environmental responsibility, and the future role of design in society. There's Tactile Orchestra, an interactive installation that turns touch into collaborative music; there's Kozie, a sensory object that's being used in dementia and Alzheimer's care; Holland's Next Embryo invites the public to grapple with the ethical questions surrounding reproductive technology and genetic selection; Commissioned by Earth explores what changes when the planet itself is treated as the client; Arabidopsis Symphony transforms plant biology into an immersive musical experience. And other projects that challenge audiences to reconsider the relationship between people, nature, materials, technology, and the systems that shape our lives. But beneath all of those projects is a simpler question: How do people come together? Not through argument or instruction, but through touch, play, curiosity, wonder, and shared experience. It's a question that sits at the center of much of Fillip Studios' work and is reflected in its guiding philosophy: Impact Through Wonder. In the studio, this starts with creating an atmosphere where creators are comfortable to explore and discover. Here, Tom and Roos' role involves helping people work through a creative process, uncovering new questions and perspectives along the way. The result is a body of work that invites people to come together, and that some of our most meaningful insights aren't always something we think our way into, they can also be something we feel our way toward.
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How do you prepare for the financial, emotional and logistical realities of caring for a loved one? In this episode of Money Tales, Lindsay Jurist-Rosner shares how nearly three decades of helping care for her mother after an MS diagnosis revealed just how unprepared most families are for the challenges of long-term care. From navigating healthcare systems and managing complex decisions to coping with caregiver stress and financial strain, Lindsay’s experience inspired her to found Wellthy, a platform designed to help families coordinate care and reduce the overwhelming burden that often accompanies caregiving. This conversation offers valuable insights for anyone supporting aging parents, caring for a family member with a chronic illness or planning for the future costs and responsibilities of care. About Lindsay Jurist-Rosner: Transforming Family Caregiving Through Innovation Lindsay Jurist-Rosner is the co-founder and CEO of Wellthy – a market-leading care concierge company that is revolutionizing the way families care for their loved ones and themselves. Wellthy combines digital innovation and human expertise so that family caregivers have the support they need to navigate any care situation throughout all life stages – ensuring that families can spend their time prioritizing love over healthcare logistics. Two million people have direct access to Wellthy's services through some of the largest and best-known health plans and employers across the country, including Best Buy, Cisco, Hilton, and Meta. With Wellthy, Lindsay is building the company she needed throughout the 28 years she cared for her mother. Today Wellthy has more than 300 staff working to support family caregivers. In 2023 Wellthy was named one of Fast Company's “Most Innovative Companies” and one of the magazine's “Top 10 Most Innovative Workplace Companies,” and Lindsay herself was named to Inc. Magazine's “Female Founders 200” list celebrating dynamic women entrepreneurs. Prior to founding Wellthy, Lindsay was in the advertising technology and media industries with responsibilities and leadership in marketing, product, and sales. She served as the Senior Vice President of Marketing for NY-based advertising technology startup Simulmedia, ran Marketing Research at Machinima, and worked in product and strategic marketing at Microsoft. Lindsay received an MBA from the Harvard Business School and a BA in Economics-Operations Research from Columbia University. She’s written for Fortune, Good Housekeeping, Employee Benefit News, and more, and has spoken at numerous panels and conferences, including most recently at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. She serves on the Board of Hilarity for Charity (HFC) a non-profit dedicated to supporting Alzheimers' caregivers and founded by comedian Seth Rogen and his wife Lauren Rogen. Lindsay lives in New York City with her husband and four kids. Follow Money Tales on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube Music for more real stories that inspire thoughtful, intentional decisions about money.
What does a family caregiver actually need – and what does that mean for the founders building solutions for them? In this expert conversation, Katie Brandt, director of caregiver support services at Massachusetts General Hospital's Frontal Temporal Di...
On this episode of The Adam & Dr. Drew Show, Dr. Daniel Amen joins the show to discuss the science of brain health and the surprising insights he's gained from scanning the brains of celebrities, substance abusers, and even serial killers. Dr. Amen explains how alcohol can contribute to brain diseases such as Alzheimer's, breaks down the risks associated with the growing popularity of nicotine pouches, and discusses why obesity can be so damaging to overall health. He also shares recommendations for supplements and lifestyle changes that may help improve brain function and reduce the risk of cognitive decline.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
"When we sleep, a spinal fluid washes over our brain and gets rid of a peptide called beta-amyloid which is implicated in the Alzheimer dementia process. So if we're not getting enough sleep on a regular basis, we really do suffer the consequences later on." This is a special episode only available to our podcast subscribers, which we call The Mini Chief. These are short, sharp highlights from our fabulous guests, where you get a 5 to 10 minute snapshot from their full episode. This Mini Chief episode features Dr Carmel Harrington, an Executive Sleep Guru and Managing Director of Sleep for Health. Her full episode is titled The myths and factors of sleep that drive optimal health, joy and performance. You can find the full audio and show notes here:
He carried two copies of ApoE4, the highest genetic risk factor for Alzheimer's disease, went through medical school knowing exactly what his LDL of 700 meant, decided the experts were wrong, and then published the case report to prove it. In this episode, Louisa sits down with Dr. Nick Norwitz, PhD researcher and metabolic scientist, for one of the most scientifically dense conversations on brain health, cholesterol biology, and Alzheimer's prevention ever recorded on this show. They cover why the phospholipid form of DHA reaches the brain more effectively than standard fish oil, how ApoE4 carriers burn through omega-3s differently and what to do about it, the lithium orotate data that sold out supplement shelves worldwide, and why GSK-3 beta, the enzyme that phosphorylates tau, may be the most under appreciated target in Alzheimer's research today. Then Dr. Nick Norwitz lays out the case that challenges the "LDL is always the enemy" consensus: why metabolically healthy individuals may not benefit from aggressive lipid-lowering therapy, what his viral coronary CT angiogram showed after seven years of 700+ cholesterol, why the EZPAVE trial headlines don't hold up under scrutiny, and what GLP-1s are doing inside the brain completely independent of weight loss. You'll also hear about the sardine diet experiment, the omega-3 thermogenesis connection, ketones as misfolded protein clearance agents, creatine for depression, retatrutide and PCSK9, BPC-157 risks, and what Dr. Nick Norwitz believes is coming in Alzheimer's gene therapy within the next decade. *Reduce your risk of Alzheimer's with my science-backed protocol for women 30+:*https://go.neuroathletics.com.au/youtube-sales-page Subscribe to The Neuro Experience for evidence-based conversations at the intersection of brain science, longevity, and performance. _____ *TOPICS DISCUSSED*(00:00:00) Intro: The ApoE4 Paradox and the Case Report That Broke the Internet (00:00:57) Why Standard Omega-3 Supplements Fail and What to Take Instead (00:05:13) DHA and the Phospholipid Carrier: How It Crosses the Blood-Brain Barrier (00:10:19) ApoE4 Explained: Risk, Genetics, and Why Nick Is Optimistic (00:17:38) Why ApoE4 Carriers Burn Through DHA Faster and Need More (00:20:31) Women, Omega-3s, Menopause, and Brain Insulin Resistance (00:21:41) Statins, Sex Differences, and the DHA-Blood Sugar Connection (00:26:01) Statins and Dementia: What the Data Actually Say (00:32:24) Tau, GSK-3 Beta, Lithium Orotate, and Targeting Alzheimer's Pathology (00:42:19) The Glymphatic System, 40Hz Devices, and Sleep as Brain Clearance (00:45:21) Gene Editing, Prime Editing, and the Future of ApoE4 Therapy (00:49:33) Nick's Case Report: 700 LDL, Zero Plaque, and Seven Years of Data (00:55:10) The EZPAVE Trial: Why the Headlines Don't Hold Up (01:00:33) KetoneIQ: Ketones for Brain Energy and Focus (01:01:29) Cheers Health: Supporting Liver Function and Cognitive Recovery (01:03:54) If Not LDL, What Causes Heart Disease in Metabolically Healthy People? (01:12:05) The Oreo Experiment and the Sardine Diet: Self-Experiments in Metabolism (01:19:10) Ketones, Women's Brains, and Clearing Misfolded Proteins (01:21:08) The Full Brain Health Protocol: Omega-3s, Creatine, NAD, Lithium, and More (01:24:01) GLP-1s for the Brain: Independent of Weight, Targeting Amyloid and Tau (01:25:28) Peptides: BPC-157 Risks, Retatrutide, MOTS-c, and What's Worth Watching (01:29:02) Why Nick Is Controversial And Why He Doesn't Mind _______ *Thank you to our sponsors*Fenix Health Science: fenixhealthscience.com Use code NEUROEXPPulsetto: https://pulsetto.tech/pages/NEURO or use Code NEURO for some off your orderFunction Health: https://www.functionhealth.com/louisanicolaBASED Bodyworks: https://basedbodyworks.com/ and use code NEURO for 20% offKetoneIQ: https://ketone.com/NEURO for 30% OFFCheers Health: https://CheersHealth.com/NEURO or use code NEURO for 20% off _______ I'm Louisa Nicola - clinical neurophysiologist - Alzheimer's prevention specialist - founder of Neuro Athletics. My mission is to translate cutting-edge neuroscience into actionable strategies for cognitive longevity, peak performance, and brain disease prevention.If you're committed to optimizing your brain- reducing Alzheimer's risk - and staying mentally sharp for life, you're in the right place. Stay sharp. Stay informed. Join thousands who subscribe to the Neuro Athletics Newsletter → https://bit.ly/3ewI5P0Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisanicola_/Twitter : https://twitter.com/louisanicola_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
He carried two copies of ApoE4, the highest genetic risk factor for Alzheimer's disease, went through medical school knowing exactly what his LDL of 700 meant, decided the experts were wrong, and then published the case report to prove it. In this episode, Louisa sits down with Dr. Nick Norwitz, PhD researcher and metabolic scientist, for one of the most scientifically dense conversations on brain health, cholesterol biology, and Alzheimer's prevention ever recorded on this show. They cover why the phospholipid form of DHA reaches the brain more effectively than standard fish oil, how ApoE4 carriers burn through omega-3s differently and what to do about it, the lithium orotate data that sold out supplement shelves worldwide, and why GSK-3 beta, the enzyme that phosphorylates tau, may be the most under appreciated target in Alzheimer's research today. Then Nick lays out the case that challenges the "LDL is always the enemy" consensus: why metabolically healthy individuals may not benefit from aggressive lipid-lowering therapy, what his viral coronary CT angiogram showed after seven years of 700+ cholesterol, why the EZPAVE trial headlines don't hold up under scrutiny, and what GLP-1s are doing inside the brain completely independent of weight loss. You'll also hear about the sardine diet experiment, the omega-3 thermogenesis connection, ketones as misfolded protein clearance agents, creatine for depression, retatrutide and PCSK9, BPC-157 risks, and what Nick believes is coming in Alzheimer's gene therapy within the next decade. Reduce your risk of Alzheimer's with my science-backed protocol for women 30+:https://go.neuroathletics.com.au/youtube-sales-page Subscribe to The Neuro Experience for evidence-based conversations at the intersection of brain science, longevity, and performance. _____ TOPICS DISCUSSED 00:00 Intro: The ApoE4 Paradox and the Case Report That Broke the Internet 00:57 Why Standard Omega-3 Supplements Fail and What to Take Instead 05:13 DHA and the Phospholipid Carrier: How It Crosses the Blood-Brain Barrier 10:19 ApoE4 Explained: Risk, Genetics, and Why Nick Is Optimistic 17:38 Why ApoE4 Carriers Burn Through DHA Faster and Need More 20:31 Women, Omega-3s, Menopause, and Brain Insulin Resistance 21:41 Statins, Sex Differences, and the DHA-Blood Sugar Connection 26:01 Statins and Dementia: What the Data Actually Say 32:24 Tau, GSK-3 Beta, Lithium Orotate, and Targeting Alzheimer's Pathology 42:19 The Glymphatic System, 40Hz Devices, and Sleep as Brain Clearance 45:21 Gene Editing, Prime Editing, and the Future of ApoE4 Therapy 49:33 Nick's Case Report: 700 LDL, Zero Plaque, and Seven Years of Data 55:10 The EZPAVE Trial: Why the Headlines Don't Hold Up 01:00:33 KetoneIQ: Ketones for Brain Energy and Focus 01:01:29 Cheers Health: Supporting Liver Function and Cognitive Recovery 01:03:54 If Not LDL, What Causes Heart Disease in Metabolically Healthy People? 01:12:05 The Oreo Experiment and the Sardine Diet: Self-Experiments in Metabolism 01:19:10 Ketones, Women's Brains, and Clearing Misfolded Proteins 01:21:08 The Full Brain Health Protocol: Omega-3s, Creatine, NAD, Lithium, and More 01:24:01 GLP-1s for the Brain: Independent of Weight, Targeting Amyloid and Tau 01:25:28 Peptides: BPC-157 Risks, Retatrutide, MOTS-c, and What's Worth Watching 01:29:02 Why Nick Is Controversial And Why He Doesn't Mind _______ Thank you to our sponsors Fenix Health Science: fenixhealthscience.com Use code NEUROEXP Pulsetto: https://pulsetto.tech/pages/NEURO or use Code NEURO for some off your order Function Health: https://www.functionhealth.com/louisanicola BASED Bodyworks: https://basedbodyworks.com/ and use code NEURO for 20% off KetoneIQ: https://ketone.com/NEURO for 30% OFF Cheers Health: https://CheersHealth.com/NEURO or use code NEURO for 20% off _______ I'm Louisa Nicola - clinical neurophysiologist - Alzheimer's prevention specialist - founder of Neuro Athletics. My mission is to translate cutting-edge neuroscience into actionable strategies for cognitive longevity, peak performance, and brain disease prevention. If you're committed to optimizing your brain- reducing Alzheimer's risk - and staying mentally sharp for life, you're in the right place. Stay sharp. Stay informed. Join thousands who subscribe to the Neuro Athletics Newsletter → https://bit.ly/3ewI5P0 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisanicola_/ Twitter : https://twitter.com/louisanicola_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steve Lowry and Yvonne Godfrey interview trial lawyers Bill Horton and D'Arcy L.R. Rapp about their Dallas trial of Davis v. NCAA, arising from SMU lineman JT Davis's repeated head impacts from 1955–1959, his later dementia, and a postmortem Boston University diagnosis of stage four CTE after his 2016 death. CASE SUMMARY: They discuss securing a $140 million verdict ($30M compensatory, $110M punitive), the NCAA's historical knowledge of concussion risks through decades of medical literature and internal documents (including a 1933 medical handbook), and how the team simplified complex science and governance evidence using timelines, boards, and themes like control, competitive disadvantage, and “recommendations vs rules.” They address defenses including Alzheimer's, vascular factors, APOE4 genetic predisposition (framed as eggshell plaintiff), statute-of-limitations discovery issues, and trial strategy, cross-examinations, and damages presentation. (READ MORE) GUEST BIOS BILL HORTON: Bill Horton has spent his career fighting for people who the system often overlooks—delivering results that stand among the largest in his field, including a $140 million verdict against the NCAA. Since earning his law degree in 2001, Bill has helped clients across Arkansas and the country secure justice against corporations, insurers, and powerful institutions. His work spans catastrophic injury, wrongful death, trucking litigation, class actions, and complex cases where the stakes are highest. Raised in Van Buren, Arkansas, Bill's path into law was shaped early. “Growing up poor, it became clear that the system wasn't fair for folks like me—and I wanted to change that,” he says. That perspective still drives his work today. (READ MORE) D'Arcy L.R. Rapp: D'Arcy L.R. Rapp is an attorney at Shrader & Associates, LLP. She focuses her practice on mesothelioma, neurodegenerative disease, and toxic exposure. She has more than a decade of experience in fighting for people who have been injured by the negligence of corporations. She is an experienced trial lawyer with an extensive history in mesothelioma cases and has been involved at every stage of litigation, trying cases in more than eleven states. With well over fifty-million-dollars recovered on the behalf of her clients, she is dedicated to fighting for justice While a majority of D'Arcy's litigation experience is related to mesothelioma, she has handled cases across a variety of practice areas. Her expert opinion has been sought after by multiple publications. She was published in the Elgar Encyclopedia of Environmental Law on her work, as well as in Gender Race & Just on the subject of non-biological, non-adoptive parents in Arkansas, Florida, Mississippi, and Utah. (READ MORE) CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS: MEET BILL HORTON Facebook Instagram LinkedIn MEET D'ARCY L.R. RAPP Facebook Instagram LinkedIn LISTEN TO PREVIOUS EPISODES & MEET THE TEAM: Great Trials Podcast Show Sponsors: Legal Technology Services Harris Lowry Manton LLP - hlmlawfirm.com Production Team: Dee Daniels Media Podcast Production Free Resources: Stages Of A Jury Trial - Part 1 Stages Of A Jury Trial - Part 2 FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 01:41 Case Overview and Verdict 03:34 Meet Bill and D'Arcy 05:39 JT Davis Story and Diagnosis 08:26 Building the CTE Case 13:19 Simplifying for the Jury 17:51 Trial Team Dynamics 21:38 NCAA Knowledge Timeline 28:25 Who Controls the NCAA 33:45 Statute of Limitations Fight 39:55 BU CTE Brain Donation 41:51 Defense Alternate Causes 42:22 APOE4 Eggshell Strategy 45:54 Recommendations Versus Rules 46:40 Cross Exam Admissions 50:59 In Court Out Of Court 53:26 Unpaid CTE Expert 56:25 Medical Historian Timeline 58:32 Sticker Timeline Method 01:01:15 Damages Storytelling 01:05:56 Punitive Damages Pitch 01:08:54 Jury Feedback Credibility 01:11:11 Simplify Complex Trials 01:12:54 Closing Thanks Credits
Nitric Oxide Explained: Vascular Health, Exercise Performance, and N1o1 with Dr. Nathan Bryan, international Leader in Molecular Medicine, the first to describe nitrite and nitrate as indispensable nutrients required for optimal cardiovascular health. He details NO as a ubiquitous messenger affecting blood flow, erectile function, cognition, exercise performance, endothelial dysfunction, and aging-related declines in NO production. Bryan explains why PDE5 inhibitors like Viagra prolong cyclic GMP signaling but don't fix NO deficiency, and why beet products often fail due to variable nitrate content and inadequate dosing. He outlines his NO lozenge approach that generates NO gas from sodium nitrite and magnesium ascorbate, plus a fermented beet powder drink (NOBeets), and emphasizes the role of oral bacteria (and harms of antiseptic mouthwash/fluoride) in nitrate conversion. They review published endpoints, including flow-mediated dilation, blood pressure effects, inflammation markers, triglycerides, stem cells, plaque regression, applications to Alzheimer's, glaucoma/microvascular disease, safety/dosing considerations, risks of arginine supplementation, and a dual-chamber topical NO serum developed from wound-healing experience.
TODAY ON THE ROBERT SCOTT BELL SHOW: Copper Alzheimer's Link, Dr. Ron Elfenbein, COVID Corruption, Galanthus Nivalis, Moderna Flu Approval, Dr. Sanjeev Kumar, Department of INjustice, Supplement Freedom, and MORE! Copper Alzheimer's Link, Monoclonal Antibody, Dr. Ron Elfenbein, COVID Corruption, Galanthus Nivalis, Moderna Flu Approval, Dr. Sanjeev Kumar, Department of INjustice, Supplement Freedom, and MORE! https://robertscottbell.com/copper-alzheimers-link-monoclonal-antibody-dr-ron-elfenbein-galanthus-nivalis-moderna-flu-approval-dr-sanjeev-kumar-supplement-freedom-and-more/ Purpose and Character The use of copyrighted material on the website is for non-commercial, educational purposes, and is intended to provide benefit to the public through information, critique, teaching, scholarship, or research. Nature of Copyrighted Material Weensure that the copyrighted material used is for supplementary and illustrative purposes and that it contributes significantly to the user's understanding of the content in a non-detrimental way to the commercial value of the original content. Amount and Substantiality Our website uses only the necessary amount of copyrighted material to achieve the intended purpose and does not substitute for the original market of the copyrighted works. Effect on Market Value The use of copyrighted material on our website does not in any way diminish or affect the market value of the original work. We believe that our use constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content on the website violates your copyright, please contact us providing the necessary information, and we will take appropriate action to address your concern.
If leaving the house feels like rolling the dice when dementia is in the picture, you are not alone and you are not overreacting. We record from Detroit during Brain Health Awareness Month with one big question on the table: where can people living with dementia go in public and truly be safe, welcomed, and understood? Not just at home, not just with a neighbor, but in everyday life like coffee shops, church, and movie theaters. We sit down with local leaders connected to the Alzheimer's Association of Metro Detroit and a dementia outreach ministry at Hartford Memorial Baptist Church to get specific about what help exists and how to access it. We talk the 24/7 Alzheimer's Association hotline, support groups that work for both caregivers and early-stage individuals, and why faith-based communities can be a trusted bridge, especially when stigma and denial slow down early detection. We also share a smart, practical tip we love: telling the ushers so support is already in place before something unexpected happens. Then we zoom out to what “dementia-friendly” can look like at a city level, with real examples like dementia-friendly movie experiences, museum tours, and symphony performances that welcome movement, talking, and questions. We do not skip the hard stuff either: public misunderstandings, mood swings, paranoia, and the fear of embarrassment that keeps families stuck at home. You will leave with simple scripts and mindset shifts that make outings safer and lighter. If this helped you, subscribe, share it with a caregiver friend, and leave a review so more families can find these dementia resources and feel brave enough to step back outside.Executive Producer/Host: J SmilesProducer: Mia Hall Editor: Annelise Udoye Support the show"Alzheimer's is heavy but we ain't gotta be!"IG: https://www.instagram.com/parentingupFB: https://www.facebook.com/parentingupYT: https://www.youtube.com/@parentingupTEXT 'PODCAST" to +1 404 737 1449 - to give J topic ideas, feedback, say hi!Be sure to leave us a review!
On this Make a Difference Minute, Dr. George T. Grossberg shares an important perspective on Alzheimer's disease that many families don't expect. While memory loss is often the most recognized symptom, behavioral changes like anxiety, irritability, paranoia, and even hallucinations can be just as common and often more challenging. These symptoms, known as Alzheimer's-related psychosis, can deeply impact both the individual and their caregivers. Dr. Grossberg explains what these behaviors look like, why they happen, and why awareness is so important for families navigating this journey. This MADM is brought to you by Bama Estate Planning by Attorney Harlan Mitchell, proudly supporting stories and the people who make our communities strong. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️
The same glucosamine pill millions take for joint pain may protect a healthy brain — and accelerate Alzheimer's in a brain already in decline. Here's the science.In this episode of Health Longevity Secrets, Robert Lufkin MD breaks down the 2026 plot twist on glucosamine and dementia: why a supplement once hailed as a longevity hack now carries an Alzheimer's warning, and why the answer comes down to one thing — the state of your metabolism. The same molecule helped the metabolically healthy and may have harmed the metabolically broken. The supplement didn't change; the soil it landed on did.Chapters:00:00 — Introduction00:39 — The Supplement Everyone Trusted01:06 — UK Biobank: Glucosamine and 15% Lower Death Risk01:38 — Why Glucosamine Looked Like a Longevity Hack02:48 — The 2026 Plot Twist: Nature Metabolism Study03:53 — Alzheimer's Mice and the Glucosamine Pathway04:13 — How Sugar Tagging (Glycosylation) Explains Both04:57 — Hyperglycosylation in the Alzheimer's Brain05:34 — The Honest Caveat: Association vs Causation06:55 — The Takeaway: Metabolic Health Decides EverythingKey takeaways:In healthy, cognitively normal adults, regular glucosamine use has been tied to lower all-cause mortality and lower risk of dementia — especially vascular dementia.A June 2026 University of Florida study in Nature Metabolism found the opposite signal in sick brains: in people with mild cognitive impairment, glucosamine use was associated with a 25% higher likelihood of progressing to Alzheimer's, and a 25% higher death risk in those already diagnosed.In Alzheimer's mice, glucosamine made memory worse; blocking the same sugar-tagging pathway made it better.The mechanism is metabolic: glucosamine feeds glycosylation (sugar-tagging of proteins). A healthy brain handles it fine; an Alzheimer's brain is already hyperglycosylated, so adding more is "pouring gasoline on the fire."This is association, not proof of cause — and the literature is genuinely mixed. If you're healthy, it's not a fire alarm. If you or a loved one has MCI or dementia, talk to your physician before the next refill.Studies & sources:Hawkinson et al., "Hyperglycosylation is a metabolic driver of Alzheimer's disease," Nature Metabolism 2026 (University of Florida)University of Florida news release on the glucosamine–dementia findingZheng et al., "Association of regular glucosamine use with incident dementia," BMC Medicine 2023 (UK Biobank)Habitual glucosamine use, APOE genotypes, and cause-specific dementia in older adults (UK Biobank)Li et al., "Associations of regular glucosamine use with all-cause and cause-specific mortality," Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases 2020 (UK Biobank)Read Dr. Lufkin's book "Lies I Taught in Medical School".⭐ Enjoying the show? Please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts — it takes 30 seconds and helps more people discover the science of health and longevity. Thank you!New episodes every Tuesday & Thursday. Subscribe so you don't miss one.Continue this conversation on Substack: https://robertlufkinmd.substack.comLies I Taught In Medical School — Free sample chapter: https://www.robertlufkinmd.com/lies/Web: https://www.robertlufkinmd.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/robertlufkinmdX: https://x.com/robertlufkinmdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertlufkinmd/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@robertlufkinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlufkinmd/
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TODAY ON THE ROBERT SCOTT BELL SHOW: Moderna mRNA Flu Jab Approval, EU GMO Deregulation, Taxpayer Drug Advertising, Copper Alzheimer's Research, Courage In Uncertainty, G. Edward Griffin, Red Pill Expo, Sitting Risk Study, and MORE! https://robertscottbell.com/moderna-mrna-fda-approval-gmo-deregulation-fallout-taxpayer-drug-advertising-copper-alzheimers-research-courage-in-uncertainty-g-edward-griffin-sitting-risk-study-and-more/ Purpose and Character The use of copyrighted material on the website is for non-commercial, educational purposes, and is intended to provide benefit to the public through information, critique, teaching, scholarship, or research. Nature of Copyrighted Material Weensure that the copyrighted material used is for supplementary and illustrative purposes and that it contributes significantly to the user's understanding of the content in a non-detrimental way to the commercial value of the original content. Amount and Substantiality Our website uses only the necessary amount of copyrighted material to achieve the intended purpose and does not substitute for the original market of the copyrighted works. Effect on Market Value The use of copyrighted material on our website does not in any way diminish or affect the market value of the original work. We believe that our use constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content on the website violates your copyright, please contact us providing the necessary information, and we will take appropriate action to address your concern.
This week on Man Up, Joe Stopulos revisits one of the most meaningful conversations he has ever recorded: an interview with his own father, Mike Stopulos, taped during the original Heroic Fatherhood series. Following Mike's recent passing, this episode has become a cherished keepsake, and Joe opens with a heartfelt encouragement to listeners: if you are blessed to still have your parents or grandparents, grab a microphone, sit down with them, and ask them about their lives. Those recordings become priceless. In this first of a two-part conversation, Mike looks back on the two heroic men who modeled fatherhood for him: His father ("Papa") — the son of a Greek immigrant who grew up in poverty, served as a B-17 pilot in World War II, and built and ran movie theaters across the Quad Cities, open 364 days a year. Mike remembers his relentless work ethic, his hopeless optimism, his lack of any prejudice, and above all his total devotion to his wife, which only deepened as she battled Alzheimer's. He lived to 100. His father-in-law, Carl Liebscher ("Gopa") — a steady, God-centered father of eight who moved his entire life from New Braunfels, Texas to Davenport, Iowa simply to make his wife happy. Mike shares two pieces of advice that stuck with him for life: that unless something is keeping your children from getting to heaven, it isn't worth worrying about, and that a heavy load gets much lighter when there are many shoulders to help carry it. Running through both men is the same thread Joe returns to again and again on the show: the servant leader who puts faith first, his wife next, and family at the center of everything. As Joe reflects, his confidence in speaking about fatherhood comes not from being a perfect father himself, but from witnessing three great ones up close. Part two airs next week, when Joe and his father turn to Mike's own approach to fatherhood and how he raised his family. Man Up airs on the Iowa Catholic Radio Network. Learn more and listen at https://IowaCatholicRadio.com/ Support for Man Up is provided by Construction Professionals. Learn more at https://CPCustomHomes.com/ #ManUp #IowaCatholicRadio #CatholicPodcast #HeroicFatherhood #CatholicMen #Fatherhood #FaithAndFamily #ServantLeadership #CatholicDad #CatholicRadio #FathersDay #CatholicFaith Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce RiebeBe Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian MoncadaCatholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie NelsonMaking It Personal with Bishop William JoensenMan Up! with Joe StopulosSunday Dive with Katie PatrizioThe Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo BonnerThe Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick SmithThe Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud MarrFaith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
My guest Nicole Bell is the CEO of Galaxy Diagnostics and author of What Lurks in the Woods. She came to this work after her husband's Lyme disease — along with co-infections Bartonella and Babesia — was misdiagnosed as early-onset Alzheimer's. He passed away in 2022. In this episode, we talk about why the standard Lyme test misses so many people (hint: it's 30-year-old technology that relies on antibody detection from a pathogen that actively suppresses your immune system), what co-infections like Bartonella and Babesia actually do to the brain and body, and how Galaxy Diagnostics is using urine-based antigen testing and digital PCR to find what older tests can't. We also get into the myths that keep people from getting the right diagnosis — including why only 14% of Lyme patients get the classic bullseye rash, why Lyme is present in all 50 states, and why finishing a round of doxycycline doesn't mean you're in the clear. If you or someone you love is dealing with unexplained mood changes, cognitive decline, chronic fatigue, anxiety, or joint pain — this conversation is worth your full attention. For the complete show notes, links and transcripts, visit inspiredliving.show/249
Sometimes we forget things. And sometimes we worry if our forgetfulness could mean something bigger. This week, Sarah and Tennille describe scenarios that could be explained by "normal aging"... or could be early signs of some type of dementia.
Continuing the next series of Creating Dementia Solutions episodes, we explore the real-life experiences of individuals and families affected by dementia.Through intimate conversations, each episode shares a unique story — from early memories and the moment of diagnosis to the challenges, small victories, and emotional journeys that follow. Also discussed is the caregiving component – and how folks have stepped into the caregiving role in support of a loved one with dementia.On this episode, Rep. Steve Frisbie of Battle Creek, who spent his career as a first responder and paramedic, talks about how he encountered dementia in his life - which was not only through his career. Frisbie also discusses how Miles for Memories opened his eyes to a mission of movement, programming and research.Episode ResourcesMiles for Memories websiteMiles for Memories technologySherii Sherban talks to Community Matters about MFM technologyMore Creating Dementia Solutions episodesABOUT MILES FOR MEMORIESMiles For Memories is a Calhoun County, Michigan organization created in 2013 to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's Disease. Later in 2014, the vision was expanded to include all types of dementia. MFM raises money each year through sponsorships, community events, and grants to gather funds to create local programming for both the person living with dementia and the caregiver. Along with local efforts, 20% of the funds to prevention-related dementia research. Miles for Memories is a committee of 70-plus volunteers and are always looking for more to get involved.
Bestselling author Amy Bloom is widely known for 2022 memoir “In Love.” The memoir follows her journey with her late husband, who was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's. The pair made a decision to travel to Switzerland to help him end his life. Bloom’s latest book is different. “Blunt Instrument” is a vivacious, and often hilarious, murder mystery that’s set in the world of academia. And it’s partly inspired by Wesleyan University. Bloom recently sat down with us to talk about her book and writing process. Where We Live is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Good morning from Pharma Daily: the podcast that brings you the most important developments in the pharmaceutical and biotech world. Today, we're diving into some of the most exciting stories shaping the industry right now. Let's start with a groundbreaking advancement in gene therapy. Researchers have achieved a significant milestone by successfully using CRISPR technology to treat a rare genetic disorder in humans. This marks one of the first times that CRISPR has been applied directly to patients in such a way, offering hope for those suffering from conditions previously thought untreatable. This development is not just about treating one disorder; it opens up a world of possibilities for addressing various genetic diseases. By precisely editing genes at their source, scientists are paving the way for therapies that could revolutionize how we approach genetic disorders. Shifting gears to regulatory news, the FDA has granted accelerated approval to a new Alzheimer's drug that targets amyloid plaques in the brain. This drug, through its unique mechanism of action, aims to slow down cognitive decline in patients diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. While there remains debate about the amyloid hypothesis itself, this approval signals a hopeful step forward in treating a condition that affects millions worldwide. As researchers continue to explore and understand Alzheimer's pathology, such approvals encourage further innovation and investment into neurodegenerative research. In clinical trial news, a biotech company has announced promising results from its Phase 3 trial of an mRNA-based vaccine for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The trial demonstrated high efficacy in preventing severe RSV infections among older adults, a population particularly vulnerable to this virus. These results not only underscore the versatility of mRNA technology but also highlight how quickly platforms developed during the COVID-19 pandemic can be adapted for other infectious diseases. This advancement suggests a future where rapid response to emerging viral threats becomes more feasible. Meanwhile, in the realm of oncology, there's been an exciting development with a novel immunotherapy showing potential in treating pancreatic cancer. This approach involves modifying patients' own immune cells to better recognize and attack cancer cells, a technique known as CAR-T cell therapy. Although traditionally successful in blood cancers, applying it to solid tumors like pancreatic cancer has been challenging due to their dense and protective tumor microenvironments. Early data indicate that this immunotherapy may penetrate these barriers more effectively, offering new hope for patients facing one of the deadliest forms of cancer. On a broader scale, the industry continues to see an increase in collaborative efforts between pharmaceutical giants and smaller biotech firms. These partnerships are essential for fostering innovation and speeding up drug development processes. By combining resources and expertise, companies can tackle complex health challenges more efficiently than ever before. Such collaborations also reflect an industry trend towards open innovation models that prioritize agility and shared knowledge over traditional competition. Finally, let's touch on an emerging trend that's capturing attention: personalized medicine's growing influence on drug development strategies. With advances in genomics and data analytics, pharmaceutical companies are increasingly tailoring therapies to individual patient profiles rather than adopting a one-size-fits-all approach. This shift not only improves treatment efficacy but also reduces the likelihood of adverse reactions, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes and more efficient healthcare systems. These stories illustrate an industry at the cutting edge of science and technology, driven by a relentless pursuit of new ways to improve human health. Each breakthrough not only represents progress but also carries profound implications for future research directions and therapeutic possibilities. That's all for today's edition of Pharma Daily. Stay tuned as we continue to bring you more updates on these exciting developments in pharmaceuticals and biotechnology. Thank you for listening, and we'll be back soon with more insights from this dynamic field.Support the show
BONUS EPISODE: | JESSIMAE PELUSO Dying Laughing with Jessimae For this special Father's Day bonus episode, Jessimae opens the vault and shares a conversation recorded with her father in September of 2015, years before Alzheimer's would take so much from him. What begins as a casual father-daughter conversation quickly turns into a hilarious, heartfelt, and occasionally outrageous journey through family history. Together they discuss growing up in a large Italian family, discovering hidden branches of the family tree, a great-grandmother rumored to be a witch in Italy, shotgun weddings, family drama, gambling, addiction, marriage, fatherhood, and even a few alleged mafia connections. Funny, imperfect, wise, stubborn, and completely himself, this episode is more than a conversation. It's a time capsule. For anyone who has lost a parent, it's a reminder that grief doesn't just leave us with memories. Sometimes it leaves us with their voice. And sometimes, that's enough to make us laugh one more time.
On this episode of Think Theory Radio we discuss all the latest sound experiments and discoveries! Can ultrasound waves be used to cure Alzheimer's and reverse memory loss?! Researchers created sound that can bend itself through space and reach only your ear in a crowd! Can sound extinguish fire, alter your tasted buds, and cure tinnitus?! Plus, what are data symphonies, and how did scientists brew espresso using only sound?!
In this episode of Living With Alzheimer's, Christoph interviews Bill Reznak and Dr. John McGuire who host the Friends with Medical Benefits podcast.They discuss how two high school buddies reunite to support each other through their medical journeys. Bill, a colon cancer survivor, and Dr John, recently diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's, describe how their reunion led to their podcast about the ups and downs of aging and illness.Dr John describes the difference between “early-onset” Alzheimer's and “early stage” Alzheimer's. And he discusses the two intravenous treatments that have become recently available to help slow dementia progression: Leqembi and Kisunla.They discuss their individual prognoses and how they're supporting each other through their medical journeys. And they wrap up their conversation with Bill and John's most repeated theme: Get diagnosed early!
Tras dar a luz a un bebé con diferente ADN, debido a una confusión clínica en la que implantaron un embrión equivocado, una pareja de La Florida logró un acuerdo histórico con los padres biológicos de su pequeña. Hablamos en exclusiva con Mirna Argueta, la madre de Frank Rubio, el astronauta de origen salvadoreño que hará parte de la misión Artemis III. Nuevos estudios revelan que los suplementos de Omega 3 por sí solos no mejoran la memoria ni evitan la pérdida de células cerebrales.
Elder law attorney Kathryn Casey joins Karen Conti during Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month to discuss why estate plans are critical, especially if cognitive decline becomes more common with age. Kathryn talks about memory loss impacting legal decision-making, breaks down the role of guardianship in Illinois, and highlights the risks of DIY estate planning tools and why […]
Jimmy Francis's wife, Juliet, is raising money to fight Alzheimer's through My BOB Country. Dan, Alex's husband, is doing a bike ride for Alzheimer's. And of course, Tom is fighting it directly by zapping it out of his brain, or whatever. Details are still a bit fuzzy on what exactly he does. But the point is, humanity is uniting in the battle against Alzheimer's. Could a cure be on the horizon?
Peptides have become a new buzzword in the wellness industry. Social media influencers have spoken about using them for optimising performance in the gym and improving their appearance, and they're increasingly popular with women. But some unregulated peptides haven't been through clinical trials and could be ineffective, or even harmful. Nuala McGovern is joined by BBC Health reporter Ruth Clegg, who has been looking into the way women are using peptides, and Adam Taylor, Professor of Anatomy at the University of Lancaster.Jon Snow, the lead presenter of Channel 4 News for over three decades. has revealed he has Alzheimer's disease. During his career, he reported on stories including the fall of the Berlin Wall, the release of Nelson Mandela and Barack Obama's inauguration. In a new Channel 4 documentary, made in conjunction with the Alzheimer's Society, Jon Snow: A Last Big Story, he is seen uncovering an environmental disaster in Zambia. In her first broadcast interview since the diagnosis was announced, Jon's wife, Dr Precious Lunga, joins Anita Rani to talk about how they are navigating life now.Actor Geraldine James is renowned for a host of roles in theatre and on screen, from Jewel in the Crown to The Cage. Now she's making her Chichester theatre debut in the stage premiere of the 2015 film 45 years, alongside Gabriel Byrne. The couple are about to celebrate 45 years of marriage, when news arrives in a letter from Switzerland about a woman's body that's been discovered in a melting glacier, sending shockwaves through their marriage.There is rising demand for homegrown blooms. According to the trade association Flowers From the Farm, small-scale growers now generate £30 million a year — with women making up 80% of members. British Flowers Week is celebrating both the flowers and the women behind them, while highlighting the sector's economic and environmental impact. Nuala is joined by two women behind Flowers From the Farm, Olivia Wilson, a florist and flower farmer, and Georgie Newberry who has a flower farm in Somerset.The Government recently launched a consultation on employment rights for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children. It includes consideration of Hugh's Law, named after Hugh Menai-Davies, who died aged six from cancer in 2021. His parents are campaigning for a standalone statutory entitlement to leave and pay for parents of seriously ill children. To discuss, Nuala is joined by Frances and Ceri Menai-Davies, and Professor Lorna Fraser from King's College London, who has been researching the impact on parents of caring for a seriously or terminally ill child.Eli Davies has embarked on a nostalgic and cultural exploration of the single woman's kitchen, unpacking women's complicated history with domesticity and how their choice to couple up may shape mealtimes and their relationships with food, cooking habits and self-care. Eli's book The Spinster Cookbook: Culture, Politics and Pleasure in the Single Woman's Kitchen is also a story of rebellion, explaining how cooking for one as a woman can become an act of care, defiance, pleasure, and self-expression.Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Dianne McGregor
Sugar-Free Diets Disrupted Gut Microbiome and Metabolism A 16-week sucrose-free, low-fat diet study presented at ENDO 2026 found mice developed insulin resistance, impaired glucose tolerance, gut microbiome imbalance, intestinal inflammation, and fatty liver disease signs despite no weight gain or calorie difference. Host Dave Asprey breaks down why eliminating sugar entirely may be more detrimental than previously thought, the gut-bacteria-to-metabolism cascade that explains the metabolic damage, and why balanced nutrition matters more than simply removing sugar from your stack. Sources: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260614011843.htm https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/how-eliminating-sugar-may-alter-the-gut-microbiome-mouse-study https://nypost.com/2026/06/13/health/going-sugar-free-can-mess-with-your-gut-and-metabolism/ ~~ Taurine Did Not Boost Acute Aerobic Performance A randomized, triple-blind, cross-over study of 16 physically active young adults found acute 1-gram taurine ingestion one hour before exercise produced no significant improvements in peak oxygen consumption, time to exhaustion, respiratory compensation point, or lipid/glycolytic metabolism variables. Host Dave Asprey explains why taurine remains popular in energy drinks and pre-workouts despite limited scientific evidence, what dosages and activity types future research should test, and why a reality check on a billion-dollar supplement category is exactly the kind of truth biohackers need. Sources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42268287/ https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260611024609.htm ~~ Copper Therapy Improved Memory and Reduced Alzheimer's Proteins in Mice Lab trials from Monash University published in ACS Chemical Neuroscience found Cu(ATSM), a copper-delivery compound, increased P-glycoprotein abundance by 24.1 percent at the blood-brain barrier, reduced toxic amyloid-beta by 42 percent over 56 days, and improved spatial learning by nearly 44 percent in an Alzheimer's mouse model. Host Dave Asprey breaks down why repairing the brain's waste-clearing pump is a potential new therapeutic avenue for neurovascular dysfunction, why Cu(ATSM) has strong potential to fast-track into human clinics since it's already tested for Parkinson's and ALS, and why biometal therapies like this could be the next frontier in Alzheimer's treatment. Sources: https://www.news-medical.net/news/20260615/Lab-trials-prove-copper-therapy-enhances-cognitive-function-and-spatial-learning.aspx https://www.monash.edu/news/articles/copper-drug-restores-memory-and-clears-toxic-alzheimers-proteins https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acschemneuro.6c00252 ~~ Socioeconomic Factors Biologically Embedded in Children's Brains A study of 2,300+ 9- and 10-year-olds published in Science found socioeconomic factors—household income, education, neighborhood quality—were the dominant variable affecting brain development, with MRI-visible differences in sensory processing and motor control regions linked to less sleep, more stress, and higher social media use in lower-income neighborhoods. Host Dave Asprey explains why socioeconomics became “biologically embedded” in preteen brains, how sleep-stress-screen circuits alter wakefulness and alertness, and why earlier studies focusing on IQ or mental health without accounting for environment may require reevaluation. Sources: https://www.npr.org/2026/06/11/nx-s1-5849937/child-brain-development-stress-sleep-neighborhood-economics https://abcdstudy.org/ ~~ Strength Training Sweet Spot for Longevity Is 90–120 Minutes Per Week A 30-year observational study of 147,374 participants published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found 90–119 minutes per week of strength training delivered 13 percent lower all-cause mortality, 19 percent lower cardiovascular mortality, and 27 percent lower neurological mortality, with no additional benefit above 120 minutes. Host Dave Asprey breaks down why more isn't always better when it comes to resistance training, why combining strength with aerobic exercise dropped mortality risk by 45–58 percent at highest levels, and why 15–20 minutes a day or 30–40 minutes three times weekly is the minimum effective dose for longevity. Sources: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260611024609.htm https://academic.oup.com/sleep/article/48/8/zsaf127/8129074 https://www.bmj.com/content/bsjspor/early/2025/06/11/bjsports-2025-110503 ~~ This episode is designed for biohackers, longevity seekers, and high-performance listeners who want mechanism-level clarity on sugar-free diet metabolic risks, taurine supplement efficacy, copper-based Alzheimer's therapeutics, childhood environmental brain development, and strength training longevity dosing. Host Dave Asprey connects preclinical animal data, randomized human trials, observational cohort research, and population neuroscience into actionable frameworks for extending healthspan, optimizing metabolism, and staying ahead of the science. New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday. Keywords: sugar-free diet gut microbiome, insulin resistance sugar elimination, taurine aerobic performance, taurine supplement myths, Cu(ATSM) copper Alzheimer's therapy, blood-brain barrier P-glycoprotein, amyloid-beta reduction copper drug, spatial learning Alzheimer's mouse, socioeconomic brain development children, ABCD Study brain MRI, childhood biohacking environment, strength training longevity 90-120 minutes, British Journal Sports Medicine strength, weekly strength training dose, all-cause mortality resistance training, biohacking news 2026, longevity researchThank you to our sponsors! - Viome | Check it out at viome.com and use code 10DAVE for 10% off. 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Episode 2837 - In this wide-ranging episode, Ted and Austin Broer connect food preservative cardiovascular research, vitamin C and Alzheimer's prevention, Canada's Bible criminalization bill, YouTube account suppression, Antarctica's record warming temperatures, and a deeply personal terminal cancer story into a broadcast that delivers both urgent health science and sharp cultural and spiritual awareness.The episode opens with the significant news that YouTube has disabled the Ted and Austin Broer Show's entire account, accusing it of bot activity despite the channel having doubled its viewership in the past 20 days. Ted frames the timing as directly connected to recent episode content covering COVID, NAC, and the blood of Jesus, and both hosts announce legal action is being prepared to contest the deletion. Both hosts call on the audience to support the channel on both YouTube and the broershow.com website to maintain access regardless of platform decisions.
In today's discourse, we delve into the poignant narrative of Sarah Vosburgh, whose experiences elicit profound reflections on the complexities of caregiving, particularly in the context of Alzheimer's disease. As she navigates the tumultuous waters of familial relationships, we witness a remarkable transformation in her connection with her mother, catalyzed by the latter's diagnosis, which compels Sarah to confront the intricacies of guilt, grief, and the labyrinthine healthcare system.Her candid revelations illuminate the emotional labor inherent in caregiving, as well as the subtle, yet significant, shifts in roles that often occur when a parent becomes dependent on their child. With a blend of humor and gravitas, Sarah shares insights from her memoir, "Who Will Name the Bees?", which serves as both a personal testament and a guiding light for others traversing similar paths. Join us as we explore the delicate interplay of love and loss, and the invaluable lessons learned through the lens of vulnerability and resilience. Within the contours of this episode lies a deeply resonant exploration of the caregiving experience as articulated by Sarah Vosburgh, who shares the trials and tribulations that arise when a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.Sarah's narrative, rich in emotion and insight, elucidates the complexities of her relationship with her mother, which, despite its historical misunderstandings, is transformed into a profound bond as she assumes the role of caregiver. The episode highlights the emotional labyrinth caregivers navigate, where guilt, grief, and love intertwine in a delicate dance, challenging the very fabric of familial relationships. As we traverse the intricacies of Sarah's journey, we are confronted with the stark realities of the healthcare system that surrounds Alzheimer's. Sarah poignantly recounts her struggles with navigating this convoluted landscape, illustrating the often unseen burdens borne by caregivers.This episode serves not only as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit but also as a clarion call for greater empathy and understanding towards those who walk the challenging path of caregiving. Sarah's reflections encourage listeners to build bridges of connection and compassion, fostering an environment where shared experiences can illuminate the darker aspects of caregiving, ultimately leading to a greater appreciation for the love and depth inherent in these relationships. In a world where Alzheimer's can feel isolating, Sarah's story is a reminder that we are not alone, and that our journeys, though fraught with difficulty, can also be filled with moments of grace and profound connection.Takeaways:The podcast episode emphasizes the profound emotional labor inherent in caregiving, particularly when navigating the complexities of Alzheimer's disease.Sarah Vosburgh's journey illustrates the intricate relationship dynamics that can evolve between a caregiver and an individual suffering from cognitive decline.The importance of presuming good intent in interpersonal relationships is a recurring theme, as exemplified by the wisdom shared by Sarah's mother.You're not alone in your caregiving experience, and seeking support is important for your mental and emotional well-being.Links referenced in this episode:SarahVosberg.comamazon.comMentioned in this episode:My friend Dr. Noah St. John calls this 'the invisible brake.' He's giving our listeners a free Revenue Ceiling Audit to help you see what's REALLY holding you back. You'll also get a FREE 30-day membership to Noah Bot, giving you access to Dr. Noah's 30 years of experience to help you reach your next level. But hurry, because there are only 50 available this month. So if you're tired of being stuck at the same revenue level and want to finally break through, get your FREE Revenue Ceiling Audit at https://www.noahvault.com?aff=d28bf6c78150c7f09896297dfe1701c1cd191ac6fc9976779212cec5d38e94d6
Researchers found people who ate these 9 foods consistently had brains that aged 7.5 years slower. Not a supplement stack, not a protocol, not a hack. A pattern of real food that keeps showing up across decades and across the world. It's called the MIND diet, and it's what we're breaking down in this episode. We explore the scoring system behind the MIND diet with a registered dietician who came to brain health through her own mother's Alzheimer's diagnosis, and who has spent 20 years helping real women in real kitchens make these changes stick. In this episode, you'll learn: What the MIND diet actually is: a hybrid of the Mediterranean and DASH diets built at Rush University to target brain health specifically, and why the acronym uses the word "delay," not "reversal" The 10 brain-healthy foods and 5 foods to limit, and why the scoring system rewards you for progress, not perfection: full adherence lowered Alzheimer's risk by 53%, and even moderate adherence cut it by 35% Why leafy greens are the single most consistent finding in the field and the one change worth making first How berries, beans, nuts, olive oil, and omega-3s each contribute to the pattern, and why frozen and canned versions count just as much as fresh The problem with the term "ultra-processed food": why yogurt, tofu, and soy milk get mislabeled, and how a dietician actually talks to clients about it Why the protein conversation has gotten louder than the evidence: what 1.2 to 1.6 grams per kilogram actually looks like, and why 150 grams a day is not a universal target Why wine was quietly dropped from the MIND diet recommendations and what the current evidence says about alcohol and brain health Midlife as a metabolic inflection point: why perimenopause and menopause change the equation for cardiovascular and brain health, and why it is not too late to start The 2024 Lancet Commission report adding LDL cholesterol as a modifiable risk factor for dementia, and when diet alone is not enough to manage it A week-one assignment: one leafy green every day for seven days, then build from there Barbie Boules is a registered dietician with more than 20 years of experience in women's health and brain health nutrition. Her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2022, and her work bridges clinical evidence with practical, accessible meal planning for women in midlife. Follow Barbie: https://www.instagram.com/the_cognition_dietitian Hosted by Drs. Ayesha & Dean Sherzai Subscribe to The Synapse (free weekly newsletter): thebraindocs.com/newsletter Follow @TheBrainDocs on Instagram
We've been taught to treat chronic diseases as isolated problems to be diagnosed and managed. But these conditions may have more in common than conventional medicine has traditionally recognized. On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I'm joined by physician and researcher Dr. Terry Wahls, who transformed her understanding of disease after developing progressive multiple sclerosis. We discuss the emerging science behind mitochondria, inflammation, nutrition, the microbiome, and why creating health may be just as important as treating disease itself. We explore: What Dr. Wahls discovered about cellular health while searching for answers beyond conventional treatment Why mitochondria may play a central role in conditions like MS, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, depression, and chronic fatigue How food, sleep, movement, and stress directly influence inflammation, energy production, and brain health Why focusing only on symptom suppression may overlook the deeper biological dysfunction driving chronic disease What “creating health” actually looks like in practice—and how small daily habits can influence how you feel and function over time What makes this conversation so compelling is that Dr. Wahls' story challenges many of the assumptions we have about chronic disease and recovery. For me, it really highlights how profoundly nutrition, sleep, movement, and stress can shape the body's ability to adapt and recover over time. View Show Notes From This Episode Sign up for Dr. Hyman's Brainshaping Academy to learn how to nourish the biological systems that support your mental, emotional, and cognitive health https://drhyman.com/products/brainshaping?utm_source=dr_hyman_show&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=may_27&utm_content=link Get Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman https://drhyman.com/pages/picks?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Sign Up for Dr. Hyman's Weekly Longevity Journal https://drhyman.com/pages/longevity?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Join the 10-Day Detox to Reset Your Healthhttps://drhyman.com/pages/10-day-detox Join the Hyman Hive for Expert Support and Real Resultshttps://drhyman.com/pages/hyman-hive This episode is brought to you by fatty15, Big Bold Health, Timeline, BON CHARGE, BIOptimizers, and Made In. Head to fatty15.com/HYMAN today and use code HYMAN for 15% off your 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Go to bigboldhealth.com/drhyman and use code HYMAN15 to save 15% on your first order. Visit timeline.com/drhyman for 20% off a subscription on top of the new starting price of $79. Head to boncharge.com/hyman and use code HYMAN for 15% off. Head to bioptimizers.com/hyman and use promo code HYMAN at checkout to save 15%. Visit madeincookware.com and use code HYMAN10 for 10% off your order. (0:00) Dr. Terry Wahls' illness journey, Dr. Mark Hyman's intro, and sponsor mentions (2:54) Dr. Wahls and Dr. Hyman discuss their medical histories (4:00) Dr. Wahls' experience with multiple sclerosis (7:08) Dietary changes and physical improvements (9:09) Environmental factors in autoimmune diseases (11:17) Resistance in the medical system to new approaches (12:26) Integrating basic science into clinical practice (15:32) Mitochondrial support supplements (20:24) Mitochondria's role in energy-intensive tissues (22:11) Functional medicine and Dr. Wahls' continued health journey (23:49) Nutrient-focused dietary approach and recovery (26:13) Development and application of the Wahls diet (27:35) Nutrient-rich food categories and health benefits (30:11) NIH funding and functional medicine research potential (34:00) Success stories from the therapeutic lifestyle clinic (39:28) Creating health versus treating disease (44:10) Expanding research to other chronic illnesses (45:40) Latest clinical trials and future research directions (47:49) Advances in chronic disease treatment science (49:05) Predicting diet effectiveness: microbiome and genetics (50:00) Microbiome research and multiple sclerosis (51:18) A new theory of human biology in medicine (53:01) Creating health through lifestyle changes (55:13) Need for multimodal interventions in research (58:20) Funding challenges and philanthropy's role (59:08) Comprehensive approaches to complex diseases (1:01:05) Potential to reverse genetic diseases with lifestyle changes (1:07:24) Strategies for creating a healthy human (1:08:01) Upcoming research and initiatives by Dr. Wahls
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Brenda Freed as guest to the show. About Brenda Freed: Brenda Freed, MA, is the co-founder of Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer's, a family-centered educational program created to help children, parents, caregivers, and families better understand Alzheimer's disease and dementia. With a background in music education and music therapy, Brenda brings a compassionate, creative, and accessible approach to helping families stay connected with loved ones throughout the dementia journey. Through Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer's, Brenda helps provide meaningful tools, videos, music, activities, and guidance designed to make difficult conversations easier for children and families. Her work reflects a deep commitment to education, connection, and helping families create positive moments with loved ones living with Alzheimer's or another form of dementia. About Mackenzie Meet Alzheimer's: The Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer's Program (MMAP) is a family-centered, multimedia educational program designed to help parents, children, educators, and healthcare professionals navigate the challenges of Alzheimer's disease. Created especially for families in the "sandwich generation," it provides practical tools, guidance, and meaningful activities that support positive interactions between children and loved ones living with Alzheimer's from diagnosis through the severe stage. The program helps children and their families stay meaningfully connected throughout the journey. At the heart of the program is the Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer's Awareness Program (MMAAP), a 5-video educational series covering each stage of the disease, along with guidance for adults raising children while caregiving. The program also includes a quick reference guide, transcripts, and accessible audio and visual resources to support a wide range of learning needs. Importantly, the MMAAP helps children understand Alzheimer's in age-appropriate ways and gives them simple, meaningful activities they can do with their loved one to maintain connection and nurture the relationship. Complementing the video series is the Mackenzie Meets Alzheimer's Disease Picture Book, a gentle, child-friendly introduction to Alzheimer's. The book follows a young girl learning how to understand and connect with her grandmother as the disease progresses. It includes a QR code for a free Story Song download whose lyrics are the text for the book—making the learning experience engaging, memorable, and accessible for young children and early readers. The complete MMAP is also a valuable resource for Adult Day Centers and Memory Care Communities, offering a ready-to-run educational program for families. It helps answer common questions proactively, reducing the need for staff to repeatedly provide the same explanations. This allows them to focus more on care and connection. Together, the program and book go beyond education—they empower families to create meaningful moments, maintain connection, and build positive memories throughout the course of Alzheimer's and other dementias.
Memory loss and cognitive decline are not just a normal part of aging. Discover why dementia is often called type 3 diabetes, how insulin resistance affects brain function, and what you can do to improve memory, support cognitive function, and combat cognitive decline naturally.0:00 Aging and memory loss0:51 The stages of cognitive decline1:30 Memory loss begins 2:15 PET scan to assess memory problems2:57 Type 3 diabetes and insulin resistance explained4:04 Are your memory problems related to blood sugar control?4:55 High blood sugar, insulin resistance, and vitamin B17:49 Alzheimer's prevention 8:15 How much benfotiamine for brain health
The Nutrition Diva's Quick and Dirty Tips for Eating Well and Feeling Fabulous
868. Aluminum foil is a kitchen staple most of us reach for without a second thought — but should we be more careful about how we use it? This week, Monica breaks down what actually happens when aluminum foil comes into contact with your food, which cooking conditions increase leaching, and whether the aluminum-Alzheimer's connection holds up under scientific scrutiny. Plus, find out whether the shiny side vs. dull side of foil really matters, whether aluminum water bottles are any better than plastic, and simple ways to reduce both your aluminum exposure and your environmental footprint. Nutrition Diva is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Monica Reinegal.New to Nutrition Diva? Check out our special Spotify playlist for a collection of the best episodes curated by our team and Monica herself! We've also curated some great playlists on specific episode topics including Staying Strong as We Age, Diabetes, Weight Loss That Lasts and Gut Health! Also, find a playlist of our bone health series, Stronger Bones at Every Age. Have a question for Nutrition Diva? Email: nutrition@quickanddirtytips.comFind Monica at wellnessworkshere.comDiscover more from Nutrition Diva:Facebook LinkedInNewsletterTranscripts available at QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
After five years as The Resetter Podcast, everything changes. Welcome to Live Like a Girl.In this first episode, Dr. Mindy Pelz explains why she retired a name she loved and what she's building in its place. The truth driving it all: women aren't thriving, and most of the health advice out there was never written for us to begin with.She opens with the numbers on Alzheimer's, depression, anxiety, cancer, and heart disease, then digs into why the science behind "evidence-based" wellness has left women out, and why fifteen-minute doctor visits and almost no nutrition training can't fix it. From there she lays out the five principles that shape this whole new season: mindset matters, regulate first, honor your rhythms, everything is health, and collaboration over competition.It's a conversation about the body, but also about culture, conditioning, and finally taking up space. A preview of what's coming this season, including Suze Orman on money and wellbeing and Frank Anderson on trauma and metabolism.If it resonates, share it with a woman who needs to hear it, and subscribe so you don't miss what's next.For more resources related to today's episode, visit the podcast episode page: drmindypelz.com/ep344Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Fast Like a Girl: https://www.drmindypelz.com/booksThe Obesity Code by Jason FungIn a Different Voice by Carol GilliganThe Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der KolkBurn Fat Like a Girl: Your Natural GLP-1 Reset: https://bit.ly/4eUUB8yNervous System Reset Guide: https://bit.ly/3QOcQEWConnect with Dr. Mindy:Join Reset AcademyWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Dr. Mindy on InstagramSubscribe to Dr. Mindy's newsletterDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting routine, or lifestyle.
This week on Laugh Lines, we're making a strong case that the Running Man may be more powerful than we ever realized. After reading a fascinating study on dancing and brain health, I convinced Penn to join me for one of my dance classes to see if shaking it off could help keep cognitive decline at bay. What followed was a reminder that Gen X may have one competitive advantage over younger generations: We absolutely crush the Running Man. (Why can't Gen Z do this?!)We talk about the surprising importance of community as we get older, and why getting outside your comfort zone never becomes easy, and we share what we learned speaking to a group of lifelong learners. Plus, we dig through some classic Gen X relics from our attic, including a Trapper Keeper, boombox, globes, metal lunch box, and flip phones. Along the way, Penn debuts options for an Alzheimer's jingle, we discuss a meteorite over Martha's Vineyard, and I continue my quest to get more than one-word text messages from our son on a foreign exchange student trip. Dust off your best Running Man, and join us for a conversation about staying curious, connected, and (hopefully) mentally sharp.We love to hear from you! Leave us a message at 323-364-3929 or write the show at podcast@theholdernessfamily.com. You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.Pre-order Get It Done & Have FunVisit Our ShopJoin Our NewsletterFind us on SubstackFollow us on InstagramFollow us on TikTokFollow us on FacebookLaugh Lines with Kim & Penn Holderness is an evolution of The Holderness Family Podcast, which began in 2018. Kim and Penn Holderness are award-winning online content creators known for their original music, song parodies, comedy sketches, and weekly podcasts. Their videos have resulted in over three billion views and over nine million followers since 2013. Penn and Kim are also authors of the New York Times Bestselling Books, ADHD Is Awesome: A Guide To (Mostly) Thriving With ADHD and All You Can Be With ADHD. They were also winners on The Amazing Race (Season 33) on CBS. Laugh Lines is hosted and executive produced by Kim Holderness and Penn Holderness, with original music by Penn Holderness. Laugh Lines is also written and produced by Ann Marie Taepke, and edited and produced by Sam Allen. It is hosted by Acast. Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Tuesday brief of The Wright Report, Bryan unpacks the latest on the US-Iran Peace Memo, which still hasn't been released to the public, and what VP JD Vance's televised comments reveal about what may or may not be in it. With the Strait of Hormuz still not fully open, nearly 500 ships stuck in the Persian Gulf, and Iran's lead negotiator already offering a very different version of the deal than the White House, the stakes couldn't be higher. Bryan walks through why the text is being withheld until after Friday's signing in Switzerland, what that says about the political strategy behind the deal, and why Netanyahu is making clear that Israel considers itself bound by none of it. Plus, California Governor Gavin Newsom is under DOJ investigation, surveillance pricing is costing you up to 30% more on everyday purchases based on your digital footprint, SpaceX wants to put AI data centers into low Earth orbit while a Peter Thiel-backed startup wants to drop them into Antarctic waters, and new research shows a ketogenic diet may protect against Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and other neurodegenerative diseases. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32 Keywords: Wright Report, Bryan Dean Wright, Iran peace deal, Strait of Hormuz, JD Vance, Netanyahu, Hezbollah, Lebanon, US Iran negotiations, Gavin Newsom DOJ investigation, surveillance pricing, dynamic pricing, digital exhaust, SpaceX AI satellites, Antarctic data centers, Peter Thiel, AI children safety, ChatGPT kids, keto diet Alzheimer's, ketogenic brain health, dementia research
Mangesh hops a train to Boston, where he tries on a special suit that turns him into an 80-year-old, discovers the connection between elderly worms and high-end longevity supplements, and meets a scientist who’s growing brains in petri dishes (when she’s not throwing dance parties for mice). Plus: What really happened to Ted Williams’ frozen head? Learn more about AGNES and Joe Coughlin’s work at the MIT AgeLab Learn more about William Mair’s work with the Harvard Healthy Aging Initiative Read Lenny Guarante’s research on SIR2 and the mechanisms of aging Watch Li-Huei Tsai’s TED Talk about treating Alzheimer’s with light and sound, and learn more about the MIT Aging Brain Initiative Special thanks to Azadi Records and Bliss Samsa for their beautiful tracks, and Botany for the score. Episode collage art by Vahini Shori. CORRECTION FOR THIS WEEK: Lenny was contacted by Sequoia, and a then-Sequoia partner is the co-founder and CEO of Elysium, but Sequoia is not an Elysium investor. The company is backed by other venture capital firms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
P.M. Edition for June 15. We're exclusively reporting that Justice Department staffers investigating the merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery didn't have an opportunity to object before the DOJ allowed the deal. Plus,news of the preliminary peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran sent stock markets soaring and oil prices sliding–though as WSJ energy markets reporter Rebecca Feng discusses, fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz may take a while. And two new blood tests can help diagnose Alzheimer's disease. Journal health and wellness reporter Alex Janin says not everyone should take them, despite consumers' growing interest in their own health. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Silvana Konermann and the team at Arc Institute are trying to crack one of science's most difficult problems: why complex diseases like Alzheimer's and cancer remain so stubbornly unsolvable, even as research advances. Her solution is a universal “virtual cell” — an AI model trained on a billion biological experiments that can read the language of human cells, predict what's going wrong and reveal how to fix it. In conversation with TED's Chris Anderson, Konermann explores how this work could fundamentally change the way we discover drugs and treat disease. (This ambitious idea is part of The Audacious Project, TED's initiative to inspire and fund global change.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.