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Vagus Nerve Stimulation Improves Cognitive Scores in a Small Trial In a 24-week trial involving people with mild cognitive impairment, participants assigned to electrical stimulation at vagus-innervated parts of the ear improved by an average of 3.2 points on a general cognitive test, compared with 0.3 points in a sham-stimulation group. Host Dave Asprey explores the proposed connection between the vagus nerve and the locus coeruleus, a brainstem region involved in attention and learning. He explains why an improved test score is intriguing but does not show that vagus nerve stimulation prevents Alzheimer's disease—or that a consumer device will reproduce the study's results.pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih+1 Sources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36150665/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC13214873/ https://theconversation.com/vagus-nerve-stimulation-shows-promise-as-a-way-to-counter-alzheimers-disease-and-age-related-memory-loss-269465 ~~~Nearly 500 Cat Tumors Reveal Cancer Genes Shared With Humans Researchers analyzed 493 matched tumor and normal-tissue samples across 13 types of cancer in domestic cats. They found alterations in genes familiar to human cancer researchers, including TP53, and tested whether a mutation called FBXW7 might predict drug sensitivity in lab-grown models of feline mammary tumors. Host Dave Asprey examines why naturally occurring cancers in pets could help scientists investigate treatments across species, while making clear that a promising response in six laboratory tumor models is not a proven treatment for cats or people.pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih Sources: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7618901/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41712721/ https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260924231826.htm ~~~Twin-Family Study Challenges a Simple Explanation for Inherited Intelligence Why do parents and children often score similarly on tests of cognitive ability? Researchers using Germany's TwinLife data found that genetic transmission explained more of that resemblance than the particular shared-home-environment pathway their model tested. Host Dave Asprey unpacks the distinction between why relatives resemble one another and whether a child's environment matters. The study does not show that parenting, education, or other experiences have no effect on cognition.pub.uni-bielefeld+1 Sources: https://pub.uni-bielefeld.de/record/2993432 https://www.psypost.org/genetics-not-shared-environments-drives-parent-child-similarities-in-cognitive-ability/ ~~~Mulberry Compounds May Change Gut Bacteria and Metabolism A review of mulberry research highlights how leaves, fruit, and differently processed extracts contain distinct mixtures of compounds that gut microbes may use. In mouse experiments, a fraction combining mulberry polyphenols and polysaccharides produced more favorable microbiome and metabolic changes than either fraction alone; transferring microbes from treated mice passed along some of those effects. Host Dave Asprey explores the idea that a plant extract's preparation may matter as much as its name—and why the findings do not yet establish a microbiome benefit from mulberry products in humans.pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih+1 Sources: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC13406227/ https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/09/260928100551.htm ~~~Magnesium Changes Vitamin D Metabolism—But Not Always in the Same Direction Magnesium helps regulate the pathways that process vitamin D, but “more magnesium means more vitamin D” is too simple. In a 12-week randomized trial involving 180 adults, magnesium supplementation changed a measured vitamin D metabolite differently depending on participants' starting vitamin D levels: the modeled difference was positive at 30 ng/mL and negative at 50 ng/mL. Host Dave Asprey explains why this matters to people tracking supplement stacks and bloodwork, while distinguishing a change in a lab marker from a demonstrated health benefit.pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih+1 Sources: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6693398/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29480918/ https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/02/180226122548.htm This episode is designed for biohackers, longevity enthusiasts, pet owners, parents, and anyone trying to separate a compelling biological mechanism from a proven health intervention. Host Dave Asprey examines brain stimulation and memory, what cat cancers could teach human researchers, how genes and environment contribute to cognitive similarity, whether mulberry's microbiome effects translate beyond mice, and why nutrient interactions are rarely as simple as a supplement headline suggests. Several studies discussed here predate this week's coverage; this is a research roundup, not a list of five newly published trials.pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih+4 New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday. Keywords: vagus nerve stimulation memory, auricular vagus nerve stimulation, mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer's research, locus coeruleus, cat cancer genetics, feline oncogenome, FBXW7 feline mammary cancer, comparative oncology, parent child cognitive ability, TwinLife cognitive ability study, intelligence genetics, shared environment cognition, mulberry gut microbiome, mulberry polyphenols polysaccharides, microbiota transfer mice, magnesium vitamin D metabolism, magnesium supplementation vitamin D, biohacking research roundup Thank you to our sponsors! - Butcher Box | Go to ButcherBox.com/HUMANUPGRADE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ground beef for life, or free chicken thigh - Beyond Wonderland Conference | Oct 13 - 14, 2026. 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What would you give to have one more hour, one day or one year with someone you loved deeply who died before you were ready to say goodbye? How clinical trials show fenbendazole is helping so many people fight and even beat cancer, and how America's real scientists are also finding amazing results in Alzheimer's patients. And the American Cancer Society is not happy about it. Catherine Herridge picks up President Trump's breadcrumbs and digs deeper into China's influence in our elections - WHICH IS THE BIGGEST STORY IN AMERICA! Good News is about twins who pulled themselves out of poverty to prove the American Dream is real.    

Patrick shares heartfelt reflections on aging, loss, and faith, recounting his father’s journey with Alzheimer’s and his mother’s cancer, while listeners call in to offer stories of love, hope, and spiritual endurance. The discussion explores lessons learned from sudden and gradual loss, the importance of preparation for life’s uncertainties, and the healing role of faith and community support. Through gratitude, vulnerability, and practical wisdom, Patrick connects deeply with those longing to return to a vibrant spiritual life, inspiring listeners to cherish every moment and recommit to prayer and reconciliation. Patrick shares the pain and difficult journey many of us take as our parents get older (00:36) Barbara - My husband experienced what you are talking about. I was frustrated that I couldn't be there for him. Is there any counseling service in Church that would help these people? (18:14) Carol - Relevant Radio has brought me deeper in faith and what you are talking about is amazing. (22:52) Rhonda - What happens to your soul and body when you die? My mother-in law passed recently from Alzheimer’s. I believe things will get better. (26:40) Nancy - My situation with my mother for Alzheimer’s was not sad. My parents were married for 73 years. I saw it as a blessing. (35:33) Sandy - You recommended the ABC's of choosing a good husband. I got the book and gave it to my daughter. She had 3 objections. Can you help me address these? (41:35) Originally aired on September 8, 2026

Author Simon Hart and Francesca Lyons join Chris Beesley for a special edition of the Royal Blue podcast to discuss the former's new book on the latter's father. The Man Who Bled Blue tells the triumphs and tragedy of Mike Lyons.  ORDER A COPY OF THE BOOK - The Man Who Bled Blue: The Triumphs and Tragedy of Mike Lyons: https://tinyurl.com/TheManWhoBledBlue Hart, whose previous publications include Here We Go: Everton in the 1980s and World in Motion: The Inside Story of Italia ‘90 the tournament that changed football, has produced what the Daily Mail's Ian Herbert describes as: “A beautifully written and meticulously researched portrait of an extraordinary football life.”  Lifelong Evertonian Lyons, born in Mill Lane Maternity Hospital in Everton and raised at 5 Malpas Road, Croxteth, had a season ticket in the Bullens Road Paddock before making his first team debut when Harry Catterick's Blues were reigning League Champions. However, despite only five other players topping his 473 appearances for Everton, silverware eluded him in over 11 years in the first team at Goodison Park.  Going on to turn out for Sheffield Wednesday, Grimsby Town and the Nova Scotia Clippers in Canada, Lyons later returned to the Blues as a member of the coaching staff while holding a variety of managerial positions across the globe, including a stint in charge of the Brunei national team. Now based in Australia, he is living with Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia with the diagnosis citing ‘multiple impacts' from the repeated heading of a football, such was Lyons' noted bravery and commitment to the cause while playing the game he loved.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Deze keer staat Julianne Moore centraal. We nemen haar carrière onder de loep en bespreken wat haar zo'n bijzondere actrice maakt. Van Boogie Nights en The Big Lebowski tot The Hunger Games en natuurlijk de films waarin we haar deze aflevering zien schitteren.We bespreken May December, waarin Moore samen met Natalie Portman en Charles Melton een ongemakkelijke en intrigerende familiedynamiek neerzet. Ook duiken we in Still Alice, de indrukwekkende film waarvoor Moore een Oscar won en waarin ze een vrouw speelt die geconfronteerd wordt met de gevolgen van Alzheimer.Daarnaast is er natuurlijk ruimte voor onze FilmTop en FilmFlop van de maand, bespreken we welke films ons de komende tijd enthousiast maken en blikken we alvast vooruit op het volgende onderwerp: tijdreizen! Een aflevering met bijzondere films, opvallende acteerprestaties en natuurlijk weer genoeg om over te praten.

Welcome to this week's Midlife Minute! Today, I examine partial and full hysterectomies and what we know about their potential long-term effects, clarifying what the research tells us about bone, brain, and cardiovascular health, and what women should discuss with their healthcare providers before and after surgery. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: How a partial hysterectomy differs from a full hysterectomy, and the abrupt estrogen changes ovarian removal can produce  Why having a hysterectomy before ages 40-45 can have a greater impact than having surgery closer to natural menopausal age. How a hysterectomy can impact women's bone health What the research reveals about the connection between surgical menopause at a younger age, cognitive decline, and Alzheimer's pathology How a hysterectomy can affect women's cardiovascular health Why starting HRT early after an early-age hysterectomy could be important for your long-term health Why younger women who experience surgical menopause may require higher estradiol doses than the standard menopausal regimens The importance of advocating for yourself, understanding your personal risk, and talking with your clinician about estrogen and other hormone therapy before undergoing surgery Quotes: “Start those conversations early- before you ever have surgery.” “If you are having these surgeries done before 45, before 40, you need HRT!” “We have to manage our stress.” “We have to get enough sleep.” “We should be strength training.” “We should be physically active.” “We should be eating an anti-inflammatory diet.” Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website. Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com  Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow.  Purchase Cynthia's book, The Menopause Gut. Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Research: Increased Risk of Osteoporosis With Hysterectomy: A Longitudinal Follow-Up Study Using a National Sample Cohort. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2019. Choi HG, Jung YJ, Lee SW.  Menopause Transition and Cardiovascular Disease Risk: Implications for Timing of Early Prevention: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association. Circulation. 2020. El Khoudary SR, Aggarwal B, Beckie TM, et al. Cardiovascular Disease After Hysterectomy in the Nurses' Health Study and Nurses' Health Study II. Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2025. Thao V, Borah B, Stewart EA, et al. Treatment of Women After Bilateral Salpingo-oophorectomy Performed Prior to Natural Menopause. The Journal of the American Medical Association. 2021. Kaunitz AM, Kapoor E, Faubion S. Hysterectomy, Oophorectomy, and Bone Health: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. European Journal of Endocrinology. 2025. Shariful Islam M, Tuesley KM, Wilson LF, et al. Risk of Osteoporosis and Fracture After Hysterectomies Without Oophorectomies: A Systematic Review and Pooled Analysis. Osteoporosis International. 2022. Xu W, Wu W, Yang S, et al. Hysterectomies Are Associated With an Increased Risk of Osteoporosis and Bone Fracture: A Population-Based Cohort Study. PloS One. 2020. Yeh YT, Li PC, Wu KC, et al. Age at Surgical Menopause Influences Cognitive Decline and Alzheimer Pathology in Older Women. Neurology. 2014. Bove R, Secor E, Chibnik LB, et al. Reproductive Period and Risk of Dementia in a Diverse Cohort of Health Care Members. Neurology. 2019. Gilsanz P, Lee C, Corrada MM, et al.  Examining the Association of Hysterectomy With and Without Oophorectomy on Cardiovascular Disease and All-Cause, Cardiovascular or Cancer Mortality: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2024. Chen Y, Li F, Liang L, et al. Association of Premature Natural and Surgical Menopause With Incident Cardiovascular Disease. The Journal of the American Medical Association. 2019. Honigberg MC, Zekavat SM, Aragam K, et al Optimizing Health After Early Menopause. Lancet. 2024. Mishra GD, Davies MC, Hillman S, et al. Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women Previously Treated for Endometrial Cancer. The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2018. Edey KA, Rundle S, Hickey M.

Why did Earth's magnetic field crack open this week, and why does your body feel like it's picking up on it? What if the chaos swirling around you right now isn't a crisis to survive, but an invitation to come home to yourself? Michael welcomes back evidential medium and former naval officer Suzanne Giesemann, who connects with her guide Sanaya, a collective consciousness she's channeled consistently since 2010. Recorded the same week scientists confirmed a portal opened in the magnetosphere, this conversation digs into why so many people are feeling unmoored right now and the one practice Suzanne says can anchor you no matter what's happening on the outside. This isn't about predicting what's coming. This is about learning to return to the base beneath the story. Key Topics: What Sanaya says is actually happening to humanity right now, and why the message hasn't changed since 2010. The "widen the lens" teaching: why focusing on your personal storm makes everything look worse than it is. Suzanne's "return to base" (RTB) practice, and the overhead-projector analogy that makes it click: you are the light, your story is just the overlay. "Oof vs. Ah": the difference between living from outward objective focus and living from the base that's always already here. Why caregiving for a parent in chaos, and a mother living in the "honeymoon period" of Alzheimer's, became its own teaching on compassion over judgment. The empath's dilemma and how a simple nervous system reset changes everything. Why what looks like "a split" in humanity isn't separation at all, just different levels of attention to the overlay. How to build undeniable trust in your own intuition with a "miracle journal" of NOEs (No Other Explanations). Two real evidential readings, including a message that arrived eight years after it was first given, and a rainbow that stopped two grieving parents cold. What happens, according to hundreds of readings, to souls who die by suicide, and why none of them describe anything resembling hell. What Sanaya says about AI: a genuinely useful tool, as long as you never stop turning to spirit first. Suzanne's October 11th Channeling for Charity event benefiting the Jed Foundation's suicide prevention work. You are not your story. Beneath every title, every role, every "I have to," there is a base that never shifts, and that base is where your loved ones, your guides, and your own peace have been waiting the whole time. You can't stop the waves of this moment. But you can learn to return to base, turn up the love, and surf.

Get personalized root-cause care with Empower Functional Health.Learn more at empowerfunctionalhealth.com_____Why do some people remain chronically ill even after treating Lyme disease, mold exposure, or Long COVID? Dr. Richard Horowitz joins me to break down his 16-point MSIDS model and the overlapping factors he looks for in complex chronic illness, including Lyme and Bartonella, Babesia, mold and mycotoxins, mast cell activation (MCAS), gut dysfunction, POTS, mitochondrial dysfunction, immune dysregulation, and nervous system health.We also get into some of the most provocative areas of his recent work: Alzheimer's disease and p-tau217, his dapsone protocols for persistent Lyme and Bartonella, why some patients struggle with treatment, how he decides what to address first, and what may determine why one person recovers after an infection while another develops chronic illness. Dr. Horowitz also explains why looking beyond a single diagnosis may change how we think about Long COVID, chronic Lyme disease, mold illness, brain health, and recovery.We discuss the following:The 16-point MSIDS model and episode previewLyme, mold, MCAS, Long COVID: what do you treat first?How long does meaningful healing actually take?Long COVID, mast cells, Lyme, Bartonella, and moldWhy Bartonella can be so difficult to identify and treatWhat to do when your doctor isn't looking at the full pictureAlzheimer's disease, Lyme, and the p-tau217 case studyThe surprising dementia statistic Dr. Horowitz discussesDapsone, inflammation, and Alzheimer's researchWhat if you can't tolerate the dapsone protocol?Herbal protocols, biofilms, and persistent LymeDr. Horowitz's approach to mold and mycotoxinsWhy chronic illness requires a different frameworkWhat happens when the infection is gone but the body still feels unsafe?Stress, mast cells, histamine, and the mind-body connectionWhy do some people develop chronic Lyme or Long COVID while others don't?The philosophy that shaped Dr. Horowitz's approach to medicineFinal message for people struggling with chronic illness_____EPISODE RESOURCESWork with us one-on-oneEnding Chronic Illness: A Revolutionary New Program to Reverse Inflammation and Heal Persistent Disease Medical Detective SubstackDr. Richard Horowitz WebsiteDr. Richard Horowitz FacebookDr. Richard Horowitz InstagramCan Carnivore Heal Chronic Lyme? – Understanding Chronic Lyme Symptoms - Interview with Dr. Richard Horowitz_____WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

Send us Fan MailChoosing an assisted living or memory care community can be overwhelming. The beautiful lobby, impressive amenities and yes, even the chandeliers can catch your eye, but what really tells you whether a community is the right place for someone you care about?Robin talks with Gus Astorga, a former assisted living and memory care executive director with nearly 14 years of experience in senior living. Gus shares an insider's perspective on what people should look for when touring a community, including questions about staffing, employee turnover, nursing coverage, response times, meals and levels of care.Gus Astorga Park Life Keller Williams Winter Park Newport Senior Link Phone: 817-307-7685gastorga@kw.comwww.FloridaFiveChallenge.comSupport the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center 

Comment faire le deuil de quelqu'un qui est toujours là ?Dans ce nouvel épisode d'États Dames, Bérangère nous parle d'une réalité encore peu connue : le deuil blanc, cette forme particulière de deuil que l'on peut traverser lorsqu'une maladie neurodégénérative transforme progressivement une personne que l'on aime et la relation que l'on partage avec elle.En 2022, le père de Bérangère est diagnostiqué de la maladie d'Alzheimer. Une véritable onde de choc après plusieurs années marquées par certaines absences et certains oublis jusque-là associés à l'âge.Au fil de l'évolution de la maladie, Bérangère voit leur relation se transformer. Son père est toujours là. Elle peut encore rire avec lui, échanger, jouer et partager des moments. Pourtant, elle ressent aussi cette impression douloureuse de perdre une partie de lui alors qu'il est toujours présent.C'est tout le paradoxe du deuil blanc : continuer à aimer profondément une personne tout en faisant le deuil de certains aspects de la relation telle qu'elle existait auparavant — les souvenirs partagés, certaines habitudes, une manière de communiquer ou certaines formes de complicité.Bérangère partage également les émotions qui accompagnent cette réalité : la tristesse, la colère, l'impuissance, le regret, la nostalgie, mais aussi l'amour qui demeure et la nécessité d'apprendre à regarder ce qui est encore là.Car derrière la maladie, il y a toujours une personne qui ressent. Une personne qui peut encore rire, être touchée par une musique, éprouver du plaisir, de la peur, de la colère ou de la contrariété.Dans cet épisode, Bérangère raconte aussi pourquoi cette expérience personnelle l'a conduite à écrire son livre consacré au deuil blanc, avec l'envie de croiser les regards des personnes malades, des proches aidants et des professionnels.Un épisode sur Alzheimer, le deuil blanc, les aidants et ces liens qui se transforment sans nécessairement disparaître.Bérangère a choisi de prolonger cette réflexion dans son premier livre :

407: If you are wanting to lose weight, get off medications, improve your brain health, metabolic health, reverse diabetes, and even help with your gut issues, this episode is JUST for you! Oh, and you don't need to spend any money on a special supplement, pill, or biohacking device. - Today's episode may be my favorite interview not just this year, but in all the 4 years I've had this podcast! I know that's saying a lot, but honestly, we didn't even scratch the surface of what we covered with Dr. Anthony Chaffee. You may have heard of him, but if you haven't, Dr. Anthony Chaffee is a medical doctor who earned his degree from the Royal College of Surgeons and has worked as a neurosurgical registrar and resident in Australia, while often coming back to the U.S.He is a hardcore carnivore, or "strict" carnivore, and has personally experienced major health benefits. He has also seen his own patients reverse type 1 & 2 diabetes, get off all medications, reverse dementia and Alzheimer's, improve gut issues such as Crohn's and colitis, reduce inflammation in the body, and so much more, all by removing plants and eating meat. We also discuss the corrupt food industry and the literature behind studies that say you need fiber or that carbs aren't the issue, because many may not know that the people and companies funding these studies will, more often than not, sway the outcome in their favor. Topics Discussed: → Why Dr. Chaffee Went Carnivore → Studies That Show Improvement With a Carnivore Diet → Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's Disease, IBS, Crohn's, Colitis, Weight Loss, Arthritis, Fatigue, Type 1 & 2 Diabetes → Why No Dairy? → Is Carnivore Safe for Kids? → The Corrupt Industry → Who's Really Funding These Studies? → Why Vegetables Cause Harm → Misconceptions About the Carnivore Diet → How to Do Carnivore While Your Family Doesn't As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at digestthispod@gmail.com. And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app.  Sponsored By:  → Our Place | Go to https://fromourplace.com/ and use code DIGEST for 10% → Manukora | Head to ⁠https://manukora.com/DIGEST to save up to 31% plus $75 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction  → 00:05:26 - Anthony Chaffee's Approach to Metabolic Health → 00:09:52 - Why Anthony Follows a Carnivore Diet → 00:12:20 - Hunger Signals and Nutrient Needs → 00:20:26 - Anthony's Experience Going Carnivore → 00:25:12 - Carnivore Health Benefits → 00:30:00 - Carnivore and Diabetes → 00:32:16 - Carnivore and Autoimmunity → 00:36:48 - Plant Toxins, Carnitine and B12 → 00:44:08 - Carnivore, Alzheimer's and Chronic Disease → 00:48:08 - Should Kids Eat a Carnivore Diet? → 00:54:22 - Carnivore and Childhood Development → 01:00:00 - Helping Your Family Transition to Carnivore → 01:06:48 - How Dietary Guidelines Changed → 01:09:42 - Big Sugar and Nutrition Research → 01:14:12 - Food Industry and Research Funding → 01:17:42 - Tobacco, Food and Addiction → 01:22:06 - Industry-Funded Studies → 01:27:34 - Can We Trust Nutrition Research? → 01:29:00 - Final Thoughts Further Listening: → Lose Weight, Reverse Diabetes & Reduce Joint Pain, Gut Issues + Mental Health | Dr. Shawn Baker Check Out Dr. Anthony Chaffee: → Instagram → Website → Youtube Check Out Bethany: → Bethany's Instagram: @lilsipper → YouTube → Bethany's Website → Discounts & My Favorite Products → My Digestive Support Protein Powder → Gut Reset Book  → Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Project Out Loud – Researchers have investigated links between oral bacteria, chronic inflammation, heart disease, and Alzheimer's disease. Some findings are concerning. None of that means a particular bacterium has been proved to cause every illness associated with it. It means the mouth deserves a place in conversations about whole-body health...

What role does nutrition play in brain health?In this episode, Francesca Reicherter speaks with researcher Dr. John Lewis about Alzheimer's disease, inflammation, immune function, and decades of research exploring polysaccharides found in plants. Together they discuss current findings, healthy lifestyle habits, and practical ways to think about protecting cognitive health as we age.Francesca also shares why this topic is deeply personal as someone with a grandmother living with Alzheimer's.Whether you're caring for a loved one, interested in healthy aging, or simply curious about the science of nutrition and the brain, this episode offers an accessible overview of current research.Connect with Dr. Lewis: https://drlewisnutrition.com/pages/about Connect with Francesca Reicherter (host): francescareicherter.comDisclaimer: This episode discusses published research and one researcher's perspective. It is intended for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your treatment or supplement routine.

This week on the Doctor Roundtable we're taking a look at ageism in health care, sedation for Alzheimer's patients and potentially heart-healthy fruit.

If Alzheimer's runs in your family, you may find yourself wondering: Is this going to happen to me?You may worry about losing your memory, your independence, or your ability to make your own decisions. And every forgotten name or misplaced pair of glasses can suddenly feel a little more loaded.But here's what I want you to know: your genes are not your destiny.We now know that the brain changes associated with Alzheimer's can begin 10, 20, or even 30 years before noticeable symptoms appear. And while that may sound scary at first, there's another way to look at it: that long runway may give us an important window for Alzheimer's prevention.In this episode, I'm breaking down what prevention actually means in real life. We'll talk about preclinical Alzheimer's, amyloid and tau, the prevention trials testing whether treating earlier can protect cognitive function, and a finding involving people in their 50s and early 60s that I found particularly encouraging.Because the goal isn't simply to avoid an Alzheimer's diagnosis.It's to stay sharp, curious, independent, and fully engaged in your life for as long as possible.WHAT TO LISTEN FOR00:00 — What Alzheimer's prevention really means in real life. It's about more than keeping a blood test negative. It's about protecting your memory, independence, judgment, relationships, and ability to live life on your terms.03:47 — Myth #1: “Alzheimer's runs in my family, so I'm probably going to get it.” Learn why family history and APOE4 can affect risk without determining your future.06:11 — Myth #2: Alzheimer's is a disease of old age. The symptoms may appear later in life, but Alzheimer's-related brain changes can begin 10, 20, or even 30 years earlier.07:18 — What “preclinical Alzheimer's” actually means. You can have Alzheimer's-related biological changes while still thinking normally, working, driving, and managing everyday life.09:03 — Amyloid vs. tau: the wildfire analogy. Amyloid may act more like kindling, while the spread of tau appears to track more closely with brain-cell loss and cognitive decline.13:33 — Are we treating Alzheimer's too late? Learn what the AHEAD and TRAILBLAZER-ALZ prevention trials are testing in people who are still cognitively normal.15:42 — The midlife finding I found especially encouraging. Researchers stopped screening 55- to 64-year-olds for one major prevention trial because so many weren't reaching the required p-tau217 blood-test cutoff.18:07 — Why “earlier treatment” doesn't automatically mean “better choice.” Anti-amyloid drugs can have serious risks, which means preventing or delaying the need for treatment remains an important goal.20:14 — Prevention vs. cure vs. reversal. These words aren't interchangeable. Learn what each would actually mean for Alzheimer's disease—and where medicine stands today.27:00 — Why I want us to aim higher than “not getting dementia.” Meet the “superagers” and consider a new goal: building a brain that stays sharp, curious, resilient, and engaged as you age.Alzheimer's prevention doesn't have to begin with a brain scan, blood test, or prescription. For most healthy people, it can begin much earlier—with the daily choices that support a stronger, more resilient brain.So instead of asking only, How do I avoid dementia?, let's aim higher: How do I give myself the best possible chance of staying cognitively strong as I age?Listen to the full episode, subscribe to Happy & Healthy with Amy, and download my free RESTORED Protocol to learn the eight essential protective factors you can start working on now.Episode about ARIA and anti-amyloid treatment risks:https://youtu.be/sjof-a6ow6MAnti-Amyloid Treatment Checklist:https://www.amylangcoaching.com/treatmentchecklistNational Institute on Aging:https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/alzheimers-caregivingAlzheimer's Association:https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregivingRESOURCES:Take the Quiz: Is It Just Brain Fog? Download After Mom's Alzheimer's Diagnosis: The First 8 Things to Know and learn how to support her with more calm, clarity, and confidence.Download the RESTORED Protocol: Eight Essential Protective Factors to Build an Alzheimer's-Resistant BrainDownload the FREE Excerpt of Thoughts Are Habits TooSchedule your Breakthrough Roadmap session with AmyFollow Amy on Instagram @amylangcoaching  and on Facebook @amylangcoachingSubscribe to Amy's YouTube channel @happyandhealthywithamy

Your TBR (AKA “to be read”) list may be pretty long if you're a student, if you're trying to keep up with the trends on Book Tok, or if you've just made a trip to your favorite local bookstore. Our two guests on this episode of the SNMMI podcasts also have extensive reading lists, but they're not New York Times best sellers — they're images of the human brain. Jake Dubroff and Derek Johnson both work in clinics that conduct amyloid and tau PET imaging at high volumes. The scans they're reading give providers insight into what's going on in the human brain, particularly when it comes to diagnosing Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases.  But the use of the scans isn't nearly as widespread as it could be, mainly due to implementation barriers. Even so, things seem to be changing, especially with the FDA's approval of FET that was only recently announced. To learn more about navigating the work that goes into reading scans, how clinics handle high volumes of patients, and the future role of nuclear medicine in brain imaging, tune into the discussion. Now streaming wherever you listen to podcasts!This episode of the Podcast is sponsored by GE HealthCare.Vizamyl Important Safety InformationPRODUCT INDICATIONS AND USEVIZAMYL™(flutemetamol F 18 injection) is indicated for positron-emission tomography (PET) of the brain to estimate amyloid beta neuritic plaque density in adults with cognitive impairment for:Evaluation of Alzheimer's disease(AD) and other causes of cognitive declineSelection of patients who are indicated for amyloid beta-directed therapy as described in the prescribing of information of the therapeutic products.CONTRAINDICATIONSVIZAMYL is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity reaction to VIZAMYL or polysorbate 80.ADVERSE REACTIONSThe most commonly reported adverse reactions in clinical trials were flushing(2%), increased blood pressure(2%), headache nausea and dizziness(1%).Postmarketing experience included anaphylactic reactions. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.Prior to VIZAMYL administration, please read the full Prescribing Information for additional Important Safety Information: https://gehealthcare.com/vizamyl-pi Want more SNMMI content? Follow us on:YouTube | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter/XWant more SNMMI content? Follow us on:YouTube | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter/X

Genein grew up with the adversity of a stutter, but the challenge to solidify her voice pushed her to find other mediums to express herself. She found music and the arts. She found resilience and the beauty of building brain skills. She didn't know it at the time, but all of these experiences would fuel her future work.Genein went on to get her Masters in Education. Today, she is an author, global speaker, Executive Director at the Arizona Brain Capital Alliance, and podcast host of the Create and Grow Your Brain Capital Podcast. She's on a mission to promote the message of brain health and brain capitol development for the entire lifespan. (She was a speaker at the 2026 Weave & Cleave conference, too!) Genein is a wealth of knowledge, and this episode is filled with information to help you protect your greatest resource: your mind. This episode covers intriguing topics such as social justice and brain health, creativity's role in breath health, and ways to build brain skills from infancy well into maturity. You don't want to miss this one!To learn more about Genein's nonprofit: https://www.brainolicious.org/Resources To Grow Your Intercultural Creativity: https://caffestrategies.com/store/To connect with Genein: https://caffestrategies.com/speakers/

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Nearly a third of Americans say they're trying to avoid gluten. About 1% have celiac disease. That gap is worth billions of dollars. In this episode, Zoë and Kylee dig into who the gluten-free diet was actually designed for, how it became a wellness identity, and what the research says about the rest of us.We start with the science: what gluten is, why no human fully digests it (and why that's fine), and what celiac disease does to the gut. It's a serious autoimmune condition, and about 70% of cases go undiagnosed. Then we trace the gluten-free diet from its unlikely origin in the Dutch famine of World War II to the bestseller shelf, where Wheat Belly and Grain Brain blamed wheat for everything from belly fat to Alzheimer's. Along the way we ask whether modern wheat is really different, whether non-celiac gluten sensitivity is real, and why the culprit is often FODMAPs, not gluten. We also look at the blinded studies showing how powerfully expectation shapes symptoms.Plus: why gluten-free labels make food seem healthier than it is, what that does to people who actually need the label, whether gluten-digesting enzyme pills work, what happened when cyclists were blinded to their diets, and the question everyone asks. Why can you eat all the bread you want in Italy and feel fine?

Creatine is one of the most well-known health supplements. It's often caricatured as something just for gym bros because it helps them build muscle. But actually, it's a veritable Mitochondrial Nootropic for all-around human awesomeness.Here I break down the multifaceted benefits of creatine, from mitochondrial support and cognitive enhancement to athletic performance and recovery. Discover the latest science, practical stacks, and tips for maximizing creatine's potential. If you're interested in supporting your Mitochondria but a little confused by the dizzying number of supplemental options to do so out there, just start with Creatine...1:01 Creatine as Nootropic3:30 Creatine vs Sleep Deprivation5:11 Workout Performance Enhancer8:10 History9:38 Capsuled vs Powdered Creatine10:18 Quantify Your Fitness 12:04 Creatine Science18:22 Creatine vs Alzheimer's 18:50 Creatine vs Depression19:40 Creatine for Recovery20:22 Effects on Sleep22:07 For Baby Makin'23:33 Creatine Forms26:29 Mechanism of Action27:55 Sources32:06 Usage and Dosage34:28 Side Effects40:24 Cofactors45:56 What Your Mitochondria CraveFor everything mentioned here, read: Creatine

Você já encontrou uma pessoa na rua e não conseguiu lembrar o nome dela de jeito nenhum? Ou já entrou num cômodo da casa e esqueceu completamente o que foi fazer lá? Essas falhas de memória acontecem com muita gente e a todo momento. A memória é o que faz a gente lembrar nomes, reconhecer pessoas, aprender habilidades, localizar objetos, planejar atividades, trabalhar, organizar a vida. Mas, quando começam a surgir falhas nesse processo, principalmente em pessoas idosas, é natural que surja o medo de estar desenvolvendo alguma doença neurodegenerativa, como o Alzheimer. No episódio de hoje, vamos entender a diferença entre um esquecimento “normal”, de rotina, sem nenhum impacto mais grave e aqueles que necessitam de uma investigação com um profissional de saúde. E vamos entender o que funciona para preservar a memória. Nossa convidada é a neurologista Sonia Brucki.

Inflammation is all over our feeds. Influencers claim it's the reason you're bloated or fatigued, the source of digestive problems and the cause of more serious illnesses like Alzheimer's or cardiovascular disease. But how much of that is scientifically backed, and how viable are the solutions you see on social media? Short Wave talks to immunologist Shruti Naik to separate the health from the hype. Interested in more wellness science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show's perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Are you ready to shine? What if the secret to getting through October isn't bracing for impact, but slowing all the way down? And what if the calm you're looking for was never something you had to build? Michael channels his monthly message from Archangel Michael, delivered through automatic writing, and this one lands as much for Michael as it does for you. Recorded while his father recovers from a broken hip and his mother, who has Alzheimer's, stays in his care, Michael doesn't just teach this month's guidance. He lives it in real time. This isn't a forecast of what October will bring. This is a teaching on what you get to do inside of it. Key Topics: Why October is being called "a month of chaos and havoc, of unexpected means" - and why that's not a warning to brace, but an invitation. Why nothing on the outside can be repaired or improved until you address the situation on the inside. The real technique Archangel Michael wants you to learn this month, and why it goes far beyond "just go to the breath" How slowing your breath literally slows down time - backed by heart coherence, heart rate variability, blood sugar, and immune research. The difference between a sympathetic (panic) nervous system and a parasympathetic (rest, relax, repair) one, and how to shift from one to the other on command. Why your inner dialogue has a speed, and how slowing the voice in your head changes its entire tone. Two guided attunements, building from "I find peace, I find calm" to "I am peace, I am calm, I am me" How Michael wrote the entire intro to his Come Back to Life book in ten minutes by slowing his mind first. Why the calm at the center of a hurricane, or the moment of totality during a solar eclipse, is your true nature. How to reset your nervous system with a simple pause, before you meditate, after a meal, between tasks. What's coming from Michael's Automatic Writing workshop, the free 5-Day Calm & Connect Meditation, and the Angel Numbers Decoder. October will ratchet up - the storms, the headlines, the unexpected turns. None of it is asking you to fight harder or hold on tighter. It's asking you to go the opposite direction: slow the breath, slow the mind, slow the voice in your head, and find the stillness that was always at your center. That stillness isn't something you build. It's who you already are.

In this episode, Dr. David Jockers sits down with Dr. Richard Horowitz, integrative medicine pioneer, creator of the MSIDS model, and author of the new book Ending Chronic Illness, to talk about solving the toughest chronic illnesses, from Lyme disease and Alzheimer's to autoimmune conditions and chronic fatigue.   You will learn about Dr. Horowitz's groundbreaking case study in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease Reports, where a nine-week oral dapsone combination protocol fully reversed the Alzheimer's biomarker p-tau 217, plus why Lyme is called "the great imitator" and how the three Bs (Borrelia, Babesia, and Bartonella), mold toxins, and POTS are driving so much of today's chronic illness.   Dr. Jockers and Dr. Horowitz also cover the six rivers of inflammation and the 16-point MSIDS model, the daily supplements Dr. Horowitz takes to block key inflammatory pathways, how to start with highly sensitive patients, gut healing and H. pylori strategies, and why trauma, limbic retraining, and vagal retraining can be the missing piece in recovery.   In This Episode:  00:00 Overmedicated Lyme Patient 00:18 Meet Dr Richard Horowitz 00:54 Alzheimers Biomarker Breakthrough 11:12 Lyme Mimics Chronic Disease 14:01 MSIDS Six Rivers Explained 16:33 Where To Start Testing 23:51 New Trends Bartonella Mold POTS 34:45 Bioengineered Lyme Debate 36:24 Biofilm Infection Basics 37:43 Dapsone Breakthrough Story 39:18 Root Causes MSIDS Approach 40:14 Lifestyle Foundations 41:49 Anti Inflammation Supplements 46:55 Inflammatory Pathways Explained 51:32 Sensitive Patients Detox First 54:29 Gut Healing And H Pylori 56:52 Trauma Limbic Vagal Reset 01:00:20 Closing Hope And Next Steps   Nearly every benefit of turmeric comes down to its ability to encourage a healthy inflammatory response, and research shows whole food turmeric can be even more powerful than isolated curcumin, with nearly 300 beneficial compounds. That's why I love the Turmeric Complex from Paleovalley, which pairs organic turmeric with coconut oil and black pepper to boost absorption by up to 2,000%, plus organic ginger, rosemary, and cloves for added brain, digestive, immune, and blood sugar support. Go to paleovalley.com/jockers for 15% off your order.   Red light therapy is one of the simplest ways to restore your skin's glow, calm the complexion, and soften visible signs of aging, and you can now get professional-grade results at home in just 10 to 20 minutes a day. The red light face mask from Bon Charge uses red and near-infrared wavelengths to energize the mitochondria in your skin cells, with a cordless, flexible design that's comfortable to wear and HSA/FSA eligible for tax-free savings of up to 40%. Go to boncharge.com and use promo code DRJOCKERS for 15% off, plus free shipping and a 12-month warranty.   Two people can have completely different microbiomes, and completely different needs, even when their symptoms look the same, which is why it pays to test rather than guess. An at-home gut test from Tiny Health uses metagenomic sequencing to analyze your full gut ecosystem, revealing signs of inflammation, leaky gut, and imbalances, then gives you a personalized action plan for diet, lifestyle, and supplements. Go to tinyhealth.com/drjockers for $50 off your first at-home test kit.   Inflammaging, the chronic low-grade inflammation that accelerates aging, often shows up first in your skin as puffiness, fine lines, and wrinkles. A simple way to fight back is the Frankincense Castor Oil roll-on from Holistic Goddess, which combines organic castor oil and organic frankincense to deeply moisturize and soften the look of fine lines, with a cooling rose quartz roller that feels great around puffy eyes. It's USDA organic, cold pressed, hexane free, and third-party tested. Go to holisticgoddess.com and use code DRJOCKERS for free shipping. "Sixty percent of Americans have one chronic illness, twenty-five percent have two or more."   Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean  TuneIn Radio   Resources:  Visit paleovalley.com/jockers to get 15% off Paleovalley Turmeric Complex and other products Visit boncharge.com and use promo code DRJOCKERS to get 15% off the Bon Charge Red Light Face Mask Visit tinyhealth.com/drjockers to get $50 off your first Tiny Health at-home gut test kit Visit holisticgoddess.com and use code DRJOCKERS to get free shipping on Holistic Goddess Frankincense Castor Oil   Connect with Dr. Richard Horowitz: Book: https://a.co/d/03XW4lQs Website: https://cangetbetter.com/ Substack: https://medicaldetective.substack.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drrichardhorowitz YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richardhorowitz1963   Connect with Dr. Jockers: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ Facebook – https:/www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers Website – https://drjockers.com/   If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/

Dana last appeared on the podcast in Episode 263 in March 2025, where she shared her IF story. She started IF on September 5, 2023, after learning about it on a podcast focusing on Alzheimer's and dementia prevention and mitigation—a topic close to her heart after losing both of her parents-in-law to the disease. At 5'2" and 55 years old, Dana spent most of her adult life weighing between 128 and 140 pounds, but now comfortably maintains between 113 and 116 pounds. Within just one week of starting IF, she remembers saying out loud to her husband, “I feel fantastic. I don't think I'll ever want to stop doing this.” She never looked back and has been thrilled that the journey continues to bring her so many non-scale victories (NSVs) that she can't imagine ever not fasting daily. It has truly become part of her identity, and she is deeply grateful. Even through the hardest times, fasting is the one thing that gives her a positive sense of control over her health and happiness. Although she still struggles with emotional eating at times—and occasionally too much sugar—she holds fast to the 80/20 rule and feels confident she can maintain this lifestyle forever. She completely flipped the script on her diet: she used to eat sugar and ultra-processed foods (UPFs) 80% of the time and nutritious foods only 20% of the time, but now that ratio is fully reversed! Her mental health is better, her motivation is higher, her nutrition is improved, her sleep is better, and her mood is brighter... the benefits don't stop there! So many positive changes have happened simply because she gave her digestive system the rest it needs.Dana attributes much of her progress to staying active and informed. She relies on the ZOE app to select healthier foods with confidence and ease, and draws daily inspiration from James Clear's Atomic Habits. Her routine includes lifting weights 3 to 4 times a week, fitting in two HIIT workouts, prioritising rest days, and walking after meals or hopping on her vibration plate. A retired English teacher, current theatre director, wedding officiant, and part-time nanny, she keeps active and on her feet three days a week nannying in a large house.Dana is super grateful for fasting mentors like Graeme, Gin, and Dr Fung—all of whom she listens to regularly and is inspired by. She encourages anyone and everyone to try fasting and loves talking about it. Given her deep passion for its health benefits, she is even considering pursuing a coaching certification to help guide others on their own journeys!Graeme's Links to connect with me directly. Come and Join Our Patreon Community At the Link Belowwww.patreon.com/thefastinghighway.Come for a month or stay for a year, check it out, and get all the content. Your first step to excellent support and accountability is available in our Patreon community, and I highly encourage you to join.

This week Danielle and Kristine learn how to survive an Alzheimer's diagnosis and Jason Salmon joins us to share his experiences with his Father's Alzheimer's.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

LIVE from ILADS: Tick Boot Camp reconnects with Nicole Bell, CEO of Galaxy Diagnostics, for a focused conversation about one of the biggest challenges in Lyme disease and tick-borne illness: getting an accurate diagnosis. Bell breaks down the differences between antibody testing, antigen testing, and PCR-based direct detection while explaining why stealth pathogens such as Borrelia, Bartonella, and Babesia can be so difficult to find. She also introduces Galaxy's BBB Direct Detect digital PCR testing, discusses emerging findings involving Babesia species, and explains why a negative antibody test doesn't always tell the entire story. For Bell, the mission is deeply personal. Her husband, Russ, initially tested negative for Lyme disease and was later diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease before his family ultimately discovered tick-borne infections were part of his complex illness. That experience helped redirect Bell's engineering and medical technology background toward improving diagnostics for other patients searching for answers. This interview was recorded live at the ILADS conference, so you may hear some of the energy and background activity of the event throughout the conversation. Why Can Lyme Disease Testing Be So Difficult? Bell begins by explaining one of the fundamental problems with diagnosing Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections: many of the pathogens clinicians are searching for can be difficult to detect. Some occur at low levels in the bloodstream. Others may migrate into tissues or circulate intermittently. Historically, much of tick-borne disease testing has therefore relied on indirect detection — looking for the patient's immune response rather than directly detecting the organism. Antibody testing can provide useful information, but Bell explains why interpretation can become complicated. A patient's antibody response can vary depending on factors including: Timing of infection Individual immune response Immune suppression or dysregulation Previous exposure Previous treatment Medications that suppress immune activity Cross-reactivity Whether an infection is current or historical This is why Bell views antibody testing as one tool rather than the entire diagnostic toolbox. Antibody Testing: Detecting the Immune Response Antibody testing is an indirect testing method. Instead of looking for Borrelia itself, for example, the test looks for evidence that the patient's immune system has responded to it. Bell discusses IgM and IgG antibodies and why timing matters. IgM antibodies are generally associated with an earlier immune response, while IgG responses can take longer to develop. In Lyme disease, that delay creates a particular challenge because early diagnosis and treatment can be especially important. Some infected patients may mount a strong measurable antibody response, while others may produce a weaker or delayed response. Bell points to research showing how dramatically immune responses can differ even under controlled experimental conditions. This creates an important distinction: A test of the immune response is not necessarily the same thing as a test for the pathogen itself. When Antibodies Don't Tell the Whole Story Bell uses her husband's experience to illustrate the stakes. Russ had likely been ill for years before his most significant symptoms emerged. By then, Bell says his immune system was dysregulated and his overall antibody levels were low. His Lyme testing was negative, and his worsening cognitive symptoms ultimately led to an Alzheimer's diagnosis. There is also another side to antibody testing. A person may have antibodies because of a previous infection even when the original infection is no longer active. That can make it difficult to determine whether persistent symptoms are associated with an ongoing infection, an undiagnosed coinfection, immune dysregulation, or another process. Bell's point is not that antibody testing has no value. It is that complex tick-borne illness may require more than one diagnostic tool. Antigen Testing: Looking for Evidence of the Pathogen The conversation then moves from indirect testing to direct detection. One method is antigen testing. Rather than measuring the immune system's response, an antigen test searches for a component associated with the pathogen itself. Bell discusses Galaxy's work with a urine-based Lyme disease antigen approach designed to capture and concentrate a protein shed by Borrelia. Why urine? Bell explains that Lyme-causing Borrelia may not remain abundantly present in the bloodstream. A pathogen-derived protein, however, may be filtered through the kidneys and become detectable in urine. Galaxy continues to work on direct-detection approaches to Lyme disease testing as it pursues broader clinical adoption and regulatory pathways. PCR Testing: Searching for Pathogen DNA Another form of direct detection is PCR testing. PCR looks for genetic material from the pathogen rather than relying on the patient's antibody response. Galaxy uses PCR-based approaches for pathogens including: Borrelia Bartonella Babesia But direct detection presents its own challenge. These organisms may occur at extremely low levels in a sample. A patient can be infected while very little pathogen DNA happens to be circulating in the particular blood sample collected that day. That is where digital PCR, or dPCR, becomes especially interesting. The Three B's: Borrelia, Bartonella & Babesia Bell introduces Galaxy's approach to what Tick Boot Camp often calls the Three B's: Borrelia. Bartonella. Babesia. As patient and clinician awareness of tick-borne illness has evolved, these three pathogens have become increasingly important to the conversation around complex cases. Galaxy's BBB Direct Detect digital PCR testing is designed to directly detect DNA from Borrelia, Bartonella, and Babesia. Unlike an antibody test asking whether the immune system has responded to a pathogen, direct PCR testing asks a different question: Can we find genetic evidence of the organism itself? How Digital PCR Searches for Low-Abundance Pathogens Bell gives a simple analogy for understanding digital PCR. Imagine searching for a needle in a haystack. Traditional PCR is trying to identify a tiny amount of pathogen DNA — the needle — among an enormous amount of human genetic material — the haystack. Digital PCR effectively divides that haystack into thousands of much smaller piles and examines them individually. That partitioning can make it easier to detect extremely small amounts of genetic material. Galaxy also uses a culture-enrichment step for Bartonella. The blood sample is placed in an environment designed to encourage Bartonella growth before PCR analysis, increasing the amount of target material available for detection. Learn more about Galaxy Diagnostics' direct-detection technology and its approaches to Borrelia, Bartonella, and Babesia testing. Why Are We Seeing So Many Coinfections? Tick Boot Camp and Bell also discuss an observation that has become increasingly common in patient interviews: many people with complex chronic tick-borne illness aren't reporting only Lyme disease. Instead, patients frequently describe combinations involving the Three B's and other infections. Why? Bell says several factors may contribute. Diagnostic technology has improved. Clinicians have become more aware of coinfections. Ecological research indicates ticks can carry multiple pathogens. But Bell raises another important possibility: patients carrying multiple pathogens may also be among those who become the sickest and therefore are disproportionately represented within chronic illness communities. That distinction matters. Observing many coinfections among severely ill patients doesn't necessarily mean every tick-borne disease patient has the same microbial picture. Bartonella, the Immune System & the Tipping Point Bell discusses Bartonella as an example of the complexity surrounding infection and illness. Exposure may be more common than many people realize, and Bartonella has multiple potential vectors and reservoirs. Bell describes a hypothesis in which some people may harbor an infection while their immune system keeps it under control. Then another infection, environmental exposure, significant stressor, or other immune-disrupting event may alter that balance. A person who had previously remained relatively healthy may cross what Bell describes as a tipping point and begin experiencing significant illness. This raises questions researchers are still working to answer. Were multiple infections transmitted simultaneously? Did they occur through separate exposures? Was one infection already present before another destabilized the immune system? Bell emphasizes that the answer may differ from patient to patient. Emerging Questions About Babesia Some of the most intriguing discussion in this interview involves Babesia. Bell explains that research associated with the North Carolina State University team has identified Babesia species in complex patients beyond the organisms traditionally emphasized in U.S. human babesiosis. She specifically discusses findings involving Babesia odocoilei and Babesia divergens-like organisms and contrasts those findings with expectations surrounding Babesia microti and Babesia duncani. Bell also discusses the possibility of low-level parasitemia — infections involving pathogen levels that may be much lower than the classic severe presentation clinicians associate with babesiosis. These emerging observations raise important research questions about Babesia species, their prevalence, their role in human disease, and whether existing diagnostic assumptions capture the full picture. Bell is careful in the interview to distinguish between what Galaxy's current assay detects and what researchers may suspect based on sequencing and related scientific work. Nicole Bell's Personal Mission Bell's work in tick-borne disease diagnostics grew out of an experience no family wants to have. Her husband, Russ, developed neurological and psychiatric symptoms, including cognitive problems, anxiety and hallucinations. Despite Bell specifically requesting Lyme disease testing early in his illness, his initial test was negative and his diagnostic journey eventually led to an Alzheimer's disease diagnosis. Bell later documented her family's experience in her memoir, What Lurks in the Woods. Today, she brings her engineering background and personal experience together in an effort to improve the diagnostic tools available to clinicians and patients. From MIT & Duke to Galaxy Diagnostics Nicole Bell is CEO of Galaxy Diagnostics and an engineer with extensive experience in medical devices and diagnostics. She earned bachelor's and master's degrees in Materials Science and Engineering from MIT and a master's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Duke University. Before joining Galaxy, she worked in technology and medical-device development, including leadership roles involving diagnostic platforms and FDA submissions. Bell became CEO of Galaxy Diagnostics in 2024, bringing together her professional background in engineering and diagnostics with the lessons learned through her husband's illness. The State of Lyme Disease Research Bell is also the primary author of The State of Lyme Disease Research in the United States for the Center for Lyme Action. The paper examines gaps in Lyme disease research and outlines recommendations involving fundamental science, diagnostics, prevention, treatment, and research infrastructure. In this interview, Bell references one particularly important issue explored in that work: delays in Lyme disease diagnosis and treatment are associated with a greater risk of patients experiencing persistent symptoms. Better testing isn't simply about producing a more sophisticated laboratory report. It's about helping clinicians get patients appropriate answers earlier. Key Topics in This Episode Lyme disease testing, Lyme diagnostics, Nicole Bell, Galaxy Diagnostics, Borrelia testing, Bartonella testing, Babesia testing, Three B's, BBB Direct Detect, digital PCR, dPCR, PCR testing, antibody testing, antigen testing, direct detection, indirect testing, stealth pathogens, Lyme disease antibodies, coinfections, polymicrobial tick-borne disease, low-abundance infections, Bartonella culture enrichment, Babesia microti, Babesia duncani, Babesia odocoilei, Babesia divergens, chronic Lyme disease, diagnostic delays, and tick-borne disease research. About This LIVE from ILADS Interview This short-form conversation was recorded in person at the 2025 International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society Annual Scientific Conference, From Terrain to Treatment: Advances in Vector-Borne Illness, held October 9–12, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. Because these interviews were recorded live at the conference, they have a different feel from Tick Boot Camp's traditional long-form virtual and studio conversations — shorter, focused, and surrounded by the activity of one of the world's major gatherings of Lyme and tick-borne disease clinicians, researchers, advocates, and innovators. Explore all Tick Boot Camp LIVE from ILADS interviews. More from Tick Boot Camp Hear more conversations with Lyme disease doctors and healthcare professionals about testing, diagnosis, treatment, and complex tick-borne illness. Explore the Tick Boot Camp Podcast for interviews with patients, doctors, researchers, advocates, and innovators working to improve understanding of Lyme disease and help people move toward recovery.

Jason Shepherd joins TWiN to discuss the work in his laboratory showing that Arc protein plays a role in intercellular transmission of tau protein, which becomes hyperphosphorylated and misfolded, a major histopathological hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. Hosts: Vincent Racaniello and Tim Cheung Guest: Melissa Cooper Subscribe (free): Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, RSS Links for this episode MicrobeTV Discord Server Arc and Tau intercellular transmission (Cell) Timestamps by Jolene Ramsey. Thanks! Music is by Ronald Jenkees Send your neuroscience questions and comments to twin@microbe.tv

Send us Fan MailWould you want to know if you had a 50% chance of developing an inherited form of dementia?In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks talks with #1 New York Times bestselling author Robert Kolker about his new book, The Vanishing Family: Love, Fate, and the Quest to End Dementia.The book follows a Pennsylvania family across generations as they confront a rare inherited form of frontotemporal dementia (FTD) associated with a mutation involving tau. For family members, genetic testing can answer an extraordinary question: Did I inherit the mutation or not? But knowing the answer can affect virtually everything that follows—relationships, having children, plans for the future and how someone interprets changes in their own behavior. Eeks and Robert discuss the very different ways family members approached genetic testing; whether getting older without symptoms means you're in the clear; having children when there's a chance of passing on the mutation; and the unsettling way FTD can first appear as changes in personality, judgment and behavior rather than something obviously recognizable as neurological disease.They also get into some of the bigger questions raised by the book: How much of who we are is our brain? Would you want the option to end your life before a degenerative disease changed who you were? Can lifestyle meaningfully alter the course of a strongly inherited dementia? And what can medicine actually offer someone who learns today that they carry one of these mutations?Finally, they discuss why researchers are so interested in this family's rare form of FTD. The mutation affects tau, a protein also implicated in Alzheimer's disease, making families like this scientifically valuable for understanding how dementia develops and potentially how it might someday be prevented or treated. Robert Kolker is a contributing writer at The New York Times Magazine and the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hidden Valley Road, which was an Oprah's Book Club selection and a New York Times Book Review Top 10 book of the year. He is also the author of Lost Girls. The Vanishing Family is published by Doubleday on September 29, 2026. The Vanishing Family — official publisher page*Robert Kolker photo credit: Jeff ZorabedianWork with Eeks? Perhaps you are a good match. Keep Causes or Cures Ad-Free with Listener SupportYou can contact Dr. Eeks at bloomingwellness.com.Follow Eeks on Instagram here.Follow on X. Or Facebook here.On Youtube.Or TikTok.SUBSCRIBE to the Eeks Weekly here! (the bits not posted on socia media)Support the show

Dr. Jackie Ogden is a behavioral psychologist who spent her career working in leadership positions at world-renowned institutions like the San Diego Zoo and Disney's Animal Kingdom. In this episode, Jackie tells Sarah what animal behavior can teach us about grief and mortality, and why it's critical for conservation efforts to be about people, in addition to animals. Then, Jackie talks candidly about much more personal topics: the humor and daily practice required to care for a spouse with Alzheimer's disease, and what it was like for her to recently receive her own early-stage Alzheimer's diagnosis. Jackie reveals her desire to be intentional during her final chapter, and what she thinks it truly means to make peace with the end of life.

Groups that use social engagement, movement, and music to provide community and connection for those with memory loss.

Grief can feel like you're fine one minute and flat on the floor the next and that swing can make you wonder if you're “doing it wrong.” I'm Cheryl Esch, and I'm sharing a personal, honest look at loss through two very different stories: losing my mom to breast cancer and, more recently, losing my dad after years of Alzheimer's. When someone fades in front of you, grief starts early, arrives in waves, and keeps changing shape.I explore how travel, especially solo travel, can support the grieving process without pretending it's a quick fix. We talk about the real-life stages of grief and why they don't move in a straight line. I also share practical grief travel ideas you can actually use: start with a day trip, keep your itinerary light, and build in breathing room for walks, meals, journaling, and rest. If you're worried you'll fall apart on the road, you're not alone and you can plan for support with a trusted friend, a check-in call, or traveling with others when solo feels like too much.Faith is part of my story too, so I offer a simple way to invite God into your trip without putting pressure on yourself to have a profound spiritual breakthrough. We also name the quiet fear of being judged for “moving on” and why you don't owe anyone an explanation. Whether your next step is a weekend near home, a place tied to memories, or a completely new setting, the goal is space to breathe and space to heal.If this speaks to you, subscribe, share it with someone who's grieving, and leave a review so more listeners can find support when they need it most.Support the showhttps://www.cherylbeckesch.comhello@cherylbeckesch.comInstagram @solotraveladventures50

For four years, doctors told Sean Terwilliger he was fine. At 60, after failing a memory screening by a single point, he was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's.Terwilliger moved through three states and four primary care physicians before one finally gave him the MoCA, a 30-point cognitive screening. He failed it by one point — enough to get him to a neurologist, an MRI and a PET scan that showed significant amyloid buildup. The guidance that followed the diagnosis was that his prognosis was eight to 10 years, and that he should come back in two weeks to start infusions.In this conversation with Being Patient's Mark Niu, Terwilliger describes the four-year fight to be tested, his 18 months and 39 infusions of Leqembi, and the p-tau217 blood test that showed he no longer meets the pathology threshold for Alzheimer's — a result that has left him unable to qualify for the clinical trials he now wants to join. He also explains how writing The ALZBlog and his book ALZ Fired Up! brought him out of the despair that followed diagnosis, and why he gave spousal caregivers a name of their own: sisu.Journey to Diagnosis is a Being Patient series sponsored by Eisai. As with all of our reporting, the sponsor has no role in choosing guests, shaping questions, or reviewing content before publication.--- If you loved this Live Talk, visit our website to find more of our Alzheimer's coverage and subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beingpatient.com/Follow Being Patient: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Being_Patient_Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beingpatientvoices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beingpatientalzheimersLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/being-patientBeing Patient is an editorially independent journalism outlet for news and reporting about brain health, cognitive science, and neurodegenerative diseases. In our Live Talk series on Facebook, former Wall Street Journal Editor and founder of Being Patient, Deborah Kan, interviews brain health experts and people living with dementia. Check out our latest Live Talks: https://beingpatient.com/live-talks/

Dr. Craig Tanio, Co-Founder of Rezilir Health,  is taking a precision medicine approach to cognitive decline that combines objective performance metrics, identification of root causes, and practical interventions to achieve measurable improvements. This strategy addresses fundamentals including diet, exercise, sleep, cognitive engagement and stress management while looking at underlying drivers such as chronic infections, inflamation, and environmental factors. Craig points out that the healthcare system is gradually recognizing the value of a preventative multimodal approach to the decline in brain health and the value of early diagnosis of cognitive decline, the integration of lifestyle modifications, along with targeted medical interventions. Craig explains, "With cognitive health, the fundamental approach is really around precision medicine. We're looking to help our patients find practical answers to improving cognitive decline by getting A, objective metrics of how their performance is today. B, understanding some of the root causes that can drive cognitive decline, and again, measuring those appropriately. And then C, coming up with a practical strategy in which they can see movement in objective and subjective markers within six months."   "We see three main types of patients. I think we see a group of patients who might have subjective cognitive impairment, or they're seeking aggressive prevention, usually because a parent or close relative has Alzheimer's or cognitive decline and they're very motivated to address it. B, there might be somebody who comes in with mild cognitive impairment and is experiencing symptoms, but let's say their MOCA, their Montreal Cognitive Assessment, is in the low 20s, so they have mild cognitive impairment but not significant impairment of activities of daily living. And then the third is when the disease has progressed more readily and is in the advanced stage beyond mild dementia." #RezilirHealth #RezilirWay #PrecisionMedicine #BrainHealth #EarlyDetection #RootCause #CognitivHealth #Dementia #AlzheimersAwareness #Neurology #LongevityMedicine #HealthSpan #PreventiveMedicine #IntegrativeMedicine #HealthcareInnovation rezilirhealth.com  Listen to the podcast here

Dr. Craig Tanio, Co-Founder of Rezilir Health,  is taking a precision medicine approach to cognitive decline that combines objective performance metrics, identification of root causes, and practical interventions to achieve measurable improvements. This strategy addresses fundamentals including diet, exercise, sleep, cognitive engagement and stress management while looking at underlying drivers such as chronic infections, inflamation, and environmental factors. Craig points out that the healthcare system is gradually recognizing the value of a preventative multimodal approach to the decline in brain health and the value of early diagnosis of cognitive decline, the integration of lifestyle modifications, along with targeted medical interventions. Craig explains, "With cognitive health, the fundamental approach is really around precision medicine. We're looking to help our patients find practical answers to improving cognitive decline by getting A, objective metrics of how their performance is today. B, understanding some of the root causes that can drive cognitive decline, and again, measuring those appropriately. And then C, coming up with a practical strategy in which they can see movement in objective and subjective markers within six months."   "We see three main types of patients. I think we see a group of patients who might have subjective cognitive impairment, or they're seeking aggressive prevention, usually because a parent or close relative has Alzheimer's or cognitive decline and they're very motivated to address it. B, there might be somebody who comes in with mild cognitive impairment and is experiencing symptoms, but let's say their MOCA, their Montreal Cognitive Assessment, is in the low 20s, so they have mild cognitive impairment but not significant impairment of activities of daily living. And then the third is when the disease has progressed more readily and is in the advanced stage beyond mild dementia." #RezilirHealth #RezilirWay #PrecisionMedicine #BrainHealth #EarlyDetection #RootCause #CognitivHealth #Dementia #AlzheimersAwareness #Neurology #LongevityMedicine #HealthSpan #PreventiveMedicine #IntegrativeMedicine #HealthcareInnovation rezilirhealth.com Download the transcript here

Weight-loss drugs are everywhere in the headlines. But what might they mean for our health beyond the number on the scales?This week, Professor Afif EL-Khuffash and Dr Anne Doherty explore GLP-1 medicines and the research into their effects on the heart, kidneys, liver and painful knees. They explain how these medicines influence blood sugar and appetite, unpack “food noise”, and discuss why managing obesity involves much more than willpower.They also explore emerging research on alcohol cravings, the findings in Alzheimer's disease, and the practical realities of treatment, including side effects, nutrition, maintaining muscle and medical supervision. For breastfeeding parents, Afif explains what the available research can tell us, what remains unknown, and why individual circumstances matter.Along the way, Anne questions both the evidence and Afif's increasingly busy social calendar.Science, scepticism and a little marital cross-examination as we explore what these medicines can offer, and where the questions remain.This episode provides general information and does not replace individual medical advice.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton, were honored to welcome Marianne Sciucco, author, retired registered nurse, and co-founder of AlzAuthors, as a guest to the show. About Marianne Sciucco: A lifelong lover of words and books, Marianne Sciucco writes heartwarming novels, short stories, and essays that explore the human experiences surrounding caregiving, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, family, and connection. A retired registered nurse, Marianne brings both professional healthcare experience and a deep understanding of the emotional realities families face when navigating dementia and caregiving. Marianne is also a founder of AlzAuthors, the global community of authors writing about Alzheimer's disease and dementia from personal experience to light the way for others. Through AlzAuthors, she has helped amplify the voices of authors, caregivers, professionals, and individuals whose stories provide education, understanding, hope, and support to families around the world. In this conversation, Lance and Marianne discuss her newest book and the inspiration behind its creation, including the powerful individual stories and six-word memoirs that capture moments of love, loss, resilience, caregiving, and the realities of living alongside Alzheimer's and dementia. They explore how the memoirs were gathered, the meaning behind the book's artwork and design, and why even a few carefully chosen words can communicate experiences that are often difficult to describe. Marianne also shares several of the six-word memoirs featured in the book and discusses why creating opportunities for caregivers to tell their stories matters. These personal experiences can help caregivers feel seen, preserve meaningful memories, create connection, and remind others traveling similar journeys that they are part of a much larger community. The conversation also highlights the importance of storytelling in dementia care and caregiving—not only as a way to document difficult experiences, but as a way to recognize the love, humanity, humor, strength, and unforgettable moments that remain throughout the caregiving journey. FREE BOOK: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/r095u76rvq

Max Lugavere - New York Times bestselling author of Genius Foods and host of The Genius Life - joins Dr. Will Cole to talk about the diagnosis that changed his life, his mother's battle with Lewy body dementia, and why he made the documentary Little Empty Boxes. They dig into why the amyloid plaque model of Alzheimer's is being challenged, what the science actually says about protein, seed oils, and saturated fat, and what Max saw firsthand inside a White House meeting on the MAHA movement. For all links mentioned in this episode, visit http://www.drwillcole.com/podcastPlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Visit DRINKAG1.com/willcole and get an AG1 Pro YETI Shaker in your AG1 Pro Welcome Kit. Visit www.toupsandco.com and use code WILLCOLE25 at checkout for 25% o your first purchase for new customers.Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com/willcole - Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too.Visit coyuchi.com/beingwell for 15% off your first purchase of the most comfortable bedding you'll ever own (exclusions apply).Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Charlotte in for Nick as he's busy raising money for the Alzheimer's Society and we'll check in with him to see how he's getting on walking 50km later in the show. Racing TV's Lydia Hislop is alongside Charlotte as they reflect on the racing on our screens over the weekend on both sides of the Irish Sea whilst Brian O'Riordan, who put together the syndicate that won the GOFFS Million on Saturday, is along to reflect on that success and what it meant to all the owners on the day and the celebrations that followed. Mark Bird gives his reaction to MP Neil Duncan-Jordan's letter to Baroness Hayman calling for an end to greyhound racing in England.

What would you sacrifice to care for a daughter facing Alzheimer's at just 51?What if you moved from your retirement community, lost your wife eighteen months later, and then faced your own cancer diagnosis?And what if, through it all, love refused to let go?In this episode of Productivity Smarts, host Gerald J. Leonard sits down with Dr. James S. Russell and Carol Hosler, authors, educators, management consultants, and Alzheimer's caregivers, to talk about Best Dad in the Galaxy: She Said It. The book is a candid account of Dr. Russell caring for his daughter, Lynne, through Alzheimer's, and a practical guide to building a compassionate community of care.Dr. Russell explains how he found the book he wanted to write, and Gerald shares his own story of his mother's dementia and how music could bring her back. The conversation turns to headphones, playlists, and how music kept Lynne calm, active, and connected. The guests introduce their "love team" approach and the four pillars of care, prepare, share, and repair.They also discuss how Dr. Russell's background as a management consultant and community college dean helped him work with care staff, why one email is never enough to change an organization, and how redefining productivity around what matters most frees up time for the people you love. They close with how hope shifts over the course of a diagnosis, why "the only failed visit is the visit that doesn't happen," and what it meant when Lynne called her dad by name three weeks before she died.If you're caring for someone with dementia, worried about a parent, or trying to do it all alone, this episode will show you how to build your team before you need it.What We Discuss[02:01] Meet Dr. James S. Russell and Carol Hosler[05:49] Why Dr. Russell wrote the book[07:04] What readers should take away: the capacity we miss in our loved ones[08:07] Why you can't caregive solo: the "love team"[12:11] Headphones, playlists, and how music affects movement and mood[15:35] The four pillars: care, prepare, share, and repair[18:32] Redefining productivity for the sandwich generation[21:25] Telling stories instead of asking "Do you remember?"[23:14] Leadership lessons from management consulting: the double-portions story[26:47] Why organizational communication takes repetition, not one email[28:24] Building relationships before you need them[29:02] Choosing hope after a catastrophic diagnosis: Micah 6:8[31:18] Why hope shifts, and why the only failed visit is the one that doesn't happen[34:00] Arming visitors with stories: the 19 names[36:39] What Lynne taught them about love and resilience[38:56] Where to find Best Dad in the Galaxy Notable Quotes[06:33] “I have written 5 books about it. I had to throw out the first 4 because it took me so long to figure out what I really wanted to say.” – Dr. James S. Russell[08:17] “I'm solo. You can't do it solo.” – Carol Hosler[09:13] “So we call that love team. It's so much more than a support system.” – Carol Hosler[10:25] “People talk about a lot of things, but the minute that you realize she's diagnosed, the highest priority is to build a system of people who really care for her because they're there.” – Dr. James S. Russell[20:59] “It's not only that it cares for the people better… the impact makes the organization more profitable.” – Dr. James S. Russell[29:30] “Do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God. And that's the basis that I built it on over the years.” – Dr. James S. Russell[31:49] “I think it's also important not to set too high expectations for yourself… The only failed visit is the visit that doesn't happen.” – Carol Hosler[36:45] “My daughter told me that I was the best dad in the galaxy. She said it.” – Dr. James S. RussellResource and LinksCarol Hosler Book Website: bestdadinthegalaxy.comBook: Best Dad in the Galaxy: She Said ItJames S. RussellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-s-russell-46b32438/Productivity Smarts PodcastWebsite - productivitysmartspodcast.comGerald J. LeonardWebsite - geraldjleonard.comTurnberry Premiere website - turnberrypremiere.comScheduler - vcita.com/v/geraldjleonardKiva is a loan, not a donation, allowing you to cycle your money and create a personal impact worldwide. https://www.kiva.org/lender/topmindshelpingtopmindsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Marilyn Raichle, author of Don't Walk Away, founder of The Art of Alzheimer's, executive director of Maude's Awards for Innovation in Alzheimer's Care, and advocate for people living with dementia.With a background in performing arts and a Master's in Public Administration from Harvard, Marilyn reframed her approach to dementia care after becoming a care partner for her mother. She explores how shifting from a "caregiver" mindset to a "care partner" connection fosters dignity, joy, and purpose. In this episode, we discuss:Transitioning from a performing arts and government background into dementia advocacyChoosing active partnership over "walking away" from family members with memory lossDiscovering latent artistic talent and using creative output to bypass fear and stigmaFinding everyday moments of purpose, inclusion, and joy within memory careReframing interactions to prioritize listening, smiling, and presence over memory testsHighlighting enduring personhood and honoring individual identities through cognitive declineLaunching Maude's Awards to recognize and fund innovative Alzheimer's care solutionsAdvocating for systemic cultural shifts in how society views and supports aging populations About Marilyn:Marilyn Raichle, author of Don't Walk Away, grew up in the shadow of Alzheimer's. Nearly everyone in her father's family and many in her mother's developed the disease. Her mother Jean told her, “When we get Alzheimer's, walk away. There is nothing you can do, so live your life and don't sacrifice it for us.” Instead, Raichle became transformed, embracing the value and joy of people who are living with, not suffering from, dementia.She began her career in the performing arts. She founded the Seattle International Children's Festival, introducing children to world culture through the performing arts. In 2007, she received a Master of Public Administration from Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government. Upon returning to Seattle, her career was upended when she became the family caregiver for her parents, both of whom were developing dementia.It was a rocky journey, at first reluctant and ultimately joyous. In 2010, inspired by her mother's newfound artistic ability, she founded The Art of Alzheimer's, celebrating the creativity of people living with dementia and the power of the creative arts to enrich and empower their lives. She is now the Executive Director of Maude's Awards for Innovation in Alzheimer's Care. Don't Walk Away, A Care Partner's Journey - bookhttps://a.co/d/0iNgz3fbMaude's Awards for Innovation in Alzheimer's Carehttps://maudesawards.orghttps://dontwalkaway.net/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynraichle/https://www.facebook.com/marilyn.raichlehttps://www.instagram.com/raichlem/ ----- Connect with Candice Snyder!Website: https://www.podpage.com/passion-purpose-and-possibilities-1/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candicebsnyder?_rdrPassion, Purpose, and Possibilities Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/passionpurposeandpossibilitiescommunity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passionpurposepossibilities/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicesnyder/ Shop For A Cause With Gifts That Give Back to Nonprofits: https://thekindnesscause.com/Go to FusionaryFormulas.com and use code PASSION at checkout for 15% off your first order. Fall In Love With Artists And Experience Joy And Calm: https://www.youtube.com/@movenartrelaxation

What if one of the biggest keys to energy, brain function and healthy aging is happening inside the microscopic powerhouses of your cells? Patty Greer and C60 Evo founder Chris Burres return to Unleashing Intuition Secrets with Michael Jaco for a fascinating conversation about mitochondrial function, longevity and the cellular processes associated with some of the most feared diseases of aging. Chris breaks down the science connecting mitochondrial dysfunction with heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer's and dementia—and explains why supporting healthy mitochondrial function has become such an important area of research. The conversation then turns to ESS60, C60 Evo's proprietary high-purity form of carbon 60. Its distinctive soccer-ball-shaped molecular structure has made C60 an area of scientific interest for decades, particularly for its antioxidant properties and interactions with free radicals. Chris explains why C60 Evo combines ESS60 with carefully selected extra virgin olive oil, creating the lipid environment needed for stability and consistency—and why the quality and purity of that olive oil matters. Patty brings the human side of the conversation, sharing personal experiences and testimonials from people who use C60 Evo, including her 97-year-old mother. Michael also shares why C60 Evo has become part of his own wellness routine. And then there's the longevity research that started so much of the fascination with C60: the panel discusses the famous Wistar rat study, in which rats receiving C60 dissolved in olive oil lived substantially longer than comparison groups. The speakers discuss what that research could mean while emphasizing that animal results do not establish the same lifespan effect in humans. Mitochondria. Cellular energy. Antioxidants. Brain function. Longevity. This conversation gets to the cellular level of aging—and explores why Chris and Patty believe supporting the mitochondria may be one of the most important pieces of the wellness puzzle.

He spent a lifetime caring for other people as a respected pediatrician. Then Alzheimer's walked into his home and rewrote the rules overnight. Pastor Jeanette Jordan joins me to tell the truth about dementia caregiving, including the moments that break you, the choices that protect dignity, and the practical skills families are forced to learn on the fly.We talk through the slow early signs, the denial that can feel like protection, and the gut punch that came right after retirement when Dr. Jordan put on his lab coat and insisted he was going to work. From there, Pastor Jeanette shares how she found help through the Alzheimer's Association, support groups, research, and caregiver training, plus the real-world communication shift that changed everything: stop arguing with a brain disease and start meeting your loved one where they are. If you've searched for Alzheimer's caregiving tips, dementia communication strategies, or how to get a diagnosis when your loved one refuses, this is the kind of lived guidance you can use today.We also get honest about memory care and home care: paying more does not always mean dementia-specific expertise. Pastor Jeanette explains what questions to ask, how to set expectations in a facility, and how she handled hard moments like eating, swallowing, hydration, and keeping her husband engaged with dignity. She shares why she founded Dementia Dignified Academy to train caregivers and support Black families who are often told to stay silent, plus why respite care and therapy are not optional when caregiver stress is piling up.Listen, share this with one caregiver who needs a lifeline, and then subscribe, rate, and review so more families can find this community when they need it most. What is one part of caregiving you wish someone had taught you sooner?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! 

Charlotte in for Nick as he's busy raising money for the Alzheimer's Society and we'll check in with him to see how he's getting on walking 50km later in the show. Racing TV's Lydia Hislop is alongside Charlotte as they reflect on the racing on our screens over the weekend on both sides of the Irish Sea whilst Brian O'Riordan, who put together the syndicate that won the GOFFS Million on Saturday, is along to reflect on that success and what it meant to all the owners on the day and the celebrations that followed. Mark Bird gives his reaction to MP Neil Duncan-Jordan's letter to Baroness Hayman calling for an end to greyhound racing in England.

Primero recorrimos el camino del disco al dato. Después descubrimos cómo una canción circula por las plataformas hasta parecer inevitable. Hoy vamos a entrar en la parte más íntima de ese recorrido: qué hacemos nosotros con la música que nos llega.La repetición, el ritmo, el placer, los recuerdos. Eso que puede convertir unos segundos de sonido en una compañía de años.Y después de este final llegarán episodios extra con entrevistas que amplían la serie.Pero hoy nos queda una pregunta por resolver: ¿por qué esa canción sigue sonando dentro de ti?00:00:00 156200:07:35 La canción de 15 segundos00:11:11 La repetición es tu anzuelo00:13:27 Los coros simples se quedan00:19:04 Fluidez cognitiva00:29:02 Kahneman y los dos sistemas del pensamiento00:36:14 Verdad Ilusoria00:44:44 ¿Es neurociencia?00:53:00 Emoción antes que lenguaje01:01:36 Earworms01:05:55 El ritmo que te mueve sin darte cuenta01:08:52 Bailamos con la mente01:12:20 Hook01:15:08 Accumbens01:23:32 Escalofríos musicales01:29:24 Nostalgia01:33:09 Solución del bate y la pelota01:35:19 Baby Gangnam Shark Style01:38:54 Bolero alemán (Alzheimer)01:43:54 Marketing01:47:17 Fin de temporada01:50:20 Bonus: en vivo en MedellínEl episodio explora por qué la repetición y las melodías fáciles de seguir se nos quedan, qué papel tiene la fluidez cognitiva y cómo el cerebro anticipa el ritmo y disfruta cuando reconoce lo que viene. También nos acerca a los earworms —los “gusanos musicales”—, los escalofríos que provoca una canción y la relación entre música, emoción y memoria.A lo largo del episodio aparecen Daniel Kahneman y su modelo de pensamiento rápido y lento; Rolf Reber, Piotr Winkielman y Norbert Schwarz, en relación con la fluidez cognitiva; y Lynn Hasher, David Goldstein y Thomas Toppino, asociados al estudio del efecto de verdad ilusoria: la familiaridad que puede producir la repetición.También mencionamos a Seiji Ogawa, Jack Belliveau y Kenneth Kwong en la historia de la resonancia magnética funcional, y a la neurocientífica Valorie Salimpoor, cuyo trabajo sobre música y recompensa ayuda a explicar la anticipación y el placer musical. Para hablar de música, memoria autobiográfica y Alzheimer, aparece el investigador Petr Janata.Escucha la serie completa en el Club de Supporters como audiolibro y recorre también sus episodios anteriores: del paso del disco al dato, hasta la circulación de canciones entre TikTok, Spotify y otras plataformas.Conviértete en un supporter de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/el-siglo-21-es-hoy--880846/support.

In today's SELECTS episode, we're joined by Barbie Boules,RDN. Best known as The Cognition Dietitian, Barbie is a registered dietitian, cognitive wellness specialist, and optimal aging enthusiast, dedicated to helping women prioritize themselves, experience confidence, excellent health, and genuine joy.Barbie shares her journey into nutrition and her passion for women's cognitive and cardiometabolic health, especially during menopause. She offers practical steps for maintaining metabolic and brain health, the critical role of metabolic health in brain function, especially in preventing diseases like Alzheimer's, highlighting the urgency and importance of taking preventive measures early on and the Four Pillars of cognitive and metabolic health.Barbie's expertise and compassionate approach provide listeners with actionable advice on how to maintain a healthy and enjoyable lifestyle, manage stress, and build cognitive reserve through lifelong learning and social connections. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in optimizing their health through midlife and beyond, with a focus on nutrition, exercise, and overall wellness.“Our brain's health rests on our metabolic health. We have to be metabolically healthy for our brain to thrive.”- Barbie Boules, The Cognition Dietitian“Stress manifests physically 100% of the time, especially if we're managing stress with food or alcohol.”- Barbie Boules, The Cognition DietitianThis week on Here's the Deal: Fitness, Nutrition and Mindset for People Who Don't Want Life to Suck:Barbie's journey to becoming The Cognition Dietitian and her focus on women's healthWhat is “metabolic health” and why does it matter, especially in midlife?The connection between metabolic health and brain functionPractical advice on building muscle and maintaining metabolic healthThe Four Pillars of cognitive and metabolic healthThe truth about “hormone balancing” and hormone therapyHow to effectively self-advocate during doctors appointmentsRecommendations for responsible supplementation and identifying nutrient deficienciesConnect with Barbie Boules, The Cognition Dietitian (and Resources Mentioned):Barbie Boules The Cognition Dietitian on InstagramA Guide to Women's Health: Fifty and Forward, Harvard HealthThe Official MIND Diet by Dr. Martha Clare MorrisThe Brain Health Kitchen: Preventing Alzheimer's Through Food by Annie Fenn MDThe Vajenda by Dr. (OB/GYN) Jen GunterThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Here's the Deal: Fitness, Nutrition, and Mindset for People Who Don't Want Life to Suck, where we challenge the common understanding of what it means and what it takes to be fit and healthy! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.Apple Podcasts | SpotifyBe sure to share your favorite episodes on social media and tag us!Join Iris Deadlifts on Instagram and Amy Rudolph on Instagram.

Primero recorrimos el camino del disco al dato. Después descubrimos cómo una canción circula por las plataformas hasta parecer inevitable. Hoy vamos a entrar en la parte más íntima de ese recorrido: qué hacemos nosotros con la música que nos llega.La repetición, el ritmo, el placer, los recuerdos. Eso que puede convertir unos segundos de sonido en una compañía de años.Y después de este final llegarán episodios extra con entrevistas que amplían la serie.Pero hoy nos queda una pregunta por resolver: ¿por qué esa canción sigue sonando dentro de ti?00:00:00 156200:07:35 La canción de 15 segundos00:11:11 La repetición es tu anzuelo00:13:27 Los coros simples se quedan00:19:04 Fluidez cognitiva00:29:02 Kahneman y los dos sistemas del pensamiento00:36:14 Verdad Ilusoria00:44:44 ¿Es neurociencia?00:53:00 Emoción antes que lenguaje01:01:36 Earworms01:05:55 El ritmo que te mueve sin darte cuenta01:08:52 Bailamos con la mente01:12:20 Hook01:15:08 Accumbens01:23:32 Escalofríos musicales01:29:24 Nostalgia01:33:09 Solución del bate y la pelota01:35:19 Baby Gangnam Shark Style01:38:54 Bolero alemán (Alzheimer)01:43:54 Marketing01:47:17 Fin de temporada01:50:20 Bonus: en vivo en MedellínEl episodio explora por qué la repetición y las melodías fáciles de seguir se nos quedan, qué papel tiene la fluidez cognitiva y cómo el cerebro anticipa el ritmo y disfruta cuando reconoce lo que viene. También nos acerca a los earworms —los “gusanos musicales”—, los escalofríos que provoca una canción y la relación entre música, emoción y memoria.A lo largo del episodio aparecen Daniel Kahneman y su modelo de pensamiento rápido y lento; Rolf Reber, Piotr Winkielman y Norbert Schwarz, en relación con la fluidez cognitiva; y Lynn Hasher, David Goldstein y Thomas Toppino, asociados al estudio del efecto de verdad ilusoria: la familiaridad que puede producir la repetición.También mencionamos a Seiji Ogawa, Jack Belliveau y Kenneth Kwong en la historia de la resonancia magnética funcional, y a la neurocientífica Valorie Salimpoor, cuyo trabajo sobre música y recompensa ayuda a explicar la anticipación y el placer musical. Para hablar de música, memoria autobiográfica y Alzheimer, aparece el investigador Petr Janata.Escucha la serie completa en el Club de Supporters como audiolibro y recorre también sus episodios anteriores: del paso del disco al dato, hasta la circulación de canciones entre TikTok, Spotify y otras plataformas.Conviértete en un supporter de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/el-siglo-21-es-hoy--880846/support.

TWiV explains discovery of a previously unknown mechanism of RNA-guided DNA recognition for genetic control that possibly predates the emergence of CRISPR pathways, and the possibility that Alzheimer's Disease neuropathology evolved as a host defense response to microbial infection in the brain. Hosts: Vincent Racaniello, Alan Dove, and Brianne Barker Subscribe (free): Apple Podcasts, RSS, email Become a patron of TWiV! Links for this episode Support science education at MicrobeTV Bob Tesh dies (Galv News) Comment on propsed changes to NIH peer review (NIH) NIH peer review proposed changes (Forbes) Ancient RNA guided DNA recognition (Science) Noncontiguous geometric triplex (Science) p-tau has anti-herpes virus activity (Nat Neurosci) Letters read on TWiV 1361 Timestamps by Jolene Ramsey. Thanks! Picks of the Week Brianne – APoD September 14: Origins of Elements Alan – Redshirts, by John Scalzi Vincent – Prone to Bruise by David Molesky he's at Spring/Break till 9/28 Listener Pick Anne – Nikon Small World in Motion Competition Intro music is by Ronald Jenkees Send your virology questions and comments to twiv@microbe.tv Content in this podcast should not be construed as medical advice.

Full show notes: BenGreenfieldLife.com/drtyna I'm re-airing my conversation with Dr. Tyna Moore about GLP-1s because almost everything she said about them is still being misunderstood, and she was one of the earliest voices advocating for using these drugs at very low doses. When we recorded, the internet had largely decided GLP-1 agonists were terrible: muscle wasting, "Ozempic face," suicidality, and more. Tyna's take was very different, and much of what she discussed has held up surprisingly well. Not everything, though. The big Alzheimer's trials found that GLP-1 treatment did not significantly slow disease progression. I was the guinea pig for this one. The week before our interview, I injected one-tenth of the standard semaglutide dose, and Dr. Moore told me on air that even that was far too much for me. She was right. It took me three days to get through one porterhouse steak. You'll hear what dosing for appetite control rather than appetite suppression actually looks like, why a natural GLP-1 stimulator may not do much if the gut cells that release GLP-1 have stopped responding, what the thyroid cancer black box warning is actually based on, what that widely shared suicidality study really measured, and how to protect your muscle while using these drugs. Dr. Tyna Moore also shares where she sends people now that she has stopped taking new patients, which is The Menopause Rebellion, her community for Gen X women covering hormones, metabolism, muscle building, GLP-1s, and peptides. Episode Sponsors: ALYA Health: A high-polyphenol, single-origin olive oil made from rare Tunisian Chetoui olives, designed to be taken as a daily shot before a meal. Visit AlyaHealth.com/s/ben or use code BEN for 20% off your first order. JOYMODE: Want to spice things up in the bedroom, boost your sexual performance, and do it naturally without nasty prescription drugs? Visit tryjoymode.com/BEN or enter BEN at checkout for 20% off your first order of JOYMODE. ULTRA: A clean, nicotine-free, and caffeine-free pouch that delivers smooth, sustained energy and focus using clinically backed nootropics and adaptogens, with no jitters or crashes. Visit takeultra.com and use code BENGREENFIELD for 15% off. Dr. Murray Natural Products – ThymoQuin®: A clinically researched black seed oil that supports healthy cortisol levels and resilience to everyday stress. Visit doctormurray.com/ben and use code BEN25 for 25% off all Dr. Murray Natural Products.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.