The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show Boosting Cognitive Function Through Fitness | Louisa Nicola
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Sep 10, 2024 
Louisa Nicola, a neurophysiologist and human performance coach, shares her expertise on the intersection of exercise and brain health. She discusses how resistance and cardiovascular training can slow cognitive decline and combat Alzheimer's disease. Delving into amyloid and tau proteins, Louisa emphasizes lifestyle changes to mitigate their effects. The conversation highlights the importance of maintaining muscle mass and mitochondrial health, with actionable insights for enhancing cognitive function through fitness and nutrition.
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Alzheimer's Uniqueness
- Alzheimer's disease is the only one of the four horsemen diseases where you lose yourself.
- You forget your name, children's names, and even your own reflection.
Dementia and Alzheimer's
- Dementia is an umbrella term for cognitive decline symptoms, with Alzheimer's being the most prominent form.
- Alzheimer's involves amyloid beta and tau protein buildup, disrupting brain connections.
Amyloid's True Nature
- Amyloid, often demonized, is actually an antimicrobial peptide crucial for the innate immune system.
- It becomes problematic when chronic stress and lifestyle factors cause it to accumulate excessively.