Empowering Brain Health: Genetics vs. Lifestyle

Dr. David Perlmutter is a board-certified neurologist, author, and expert in brain health, neurodegenerative diseases, and nutrition. He is best known for his books Grain Brain and Brain Maker, which explore the connection between diet, gut health, and cognitive function. Through his research and public speaking, Dr. Perlmutter advocates for a low-carb, high-fat diet and lifestyle changes to optimize brain health and prevent conditions like Alzheimer's and cognitive decline.

In our conversation we discuss:

(00:00) - Brain Wars

(04:04) - Effects of genetics vs. the choices you make

(09:38) - Major differences in diets

(14:45) - Lifespan vs. longevity among our Paleolithic ancestors

(19:48) - How DNA can affect the diet you're adaptable to

(26:08) - Fat consumption

(31:00) - Difference between taking supplements and getting nutrients directly from food

(38:17) - Widespread use of drugs called GLP-1 agonists

(44:12) - Downsides of GLP-1

(46:14) - Reactive medicine

(48:36) - How to determine your metabolic rate

(54:42) - Where do you get continuous glucose monitoring?

(55:33) - Effects of supplements on the brain

Learn more about Dr. Perlmutter:

https://drperlmutter.com/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Perlmutter

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