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Brain Health, Neuroplasticity, and Psychedelics with Dr. Austin Perlmutter

Jan 30, 2022

Dr. Austin Perlmutter, a board-certified internal medicine physician, discusses brain health basics, nutrition, ketones vs. glucose as brain fuel, neuroplasticity, neurogenesis, and the rise of psychedelics in research. He explores the potential benefits of psychedelics for mental health but advises caution and waiting for more research before using them outside of a medical context.

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Quick takeaways

Brain health is influenced by nutrition, relationships, and exercise.

A balanced diet with high-quality proteins and good fats is recommended for optimal brain health.

Psychedelics have shown potential in promoting neuroplasticity and treating mental health conditions with responsible use.

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The importance of inputs for brain health

Brain health is determined by the quality of inputs we provide to our bodies. Nutrition, relationships, and exercise are key factors that influence brain health.

Introduction

2min

Approach to Nutrition and Brain Health

10min

Debate Between Ketones and Glucose as Brain Fuel

12min

The Power of Sleep for Brain Health

22min

The Rise of Psychedelics in Research and Public Interest

5min

Exploring the Potential Benefits of Psychedelics for Mental Health

6min

In today's episode, I speak with Dr. Austin Perlmutter on all things brain health, from brain health basics and ketones vs. glucose for brain fuel, to neuroplasticity and neurogenesis, psychedelics, and much more.

In This Episode You Will Hear:

Brain Health Basics

Nutrition and Lifestyle

Ketones vs. Glucose For The Brain

Neuroplasticity

Neurogenesis

Psychedelics

+ more!

ABOUT DR. AUSTIN PERLMUTTER

Austin Perlmutter, M.D., is a board-certified internal medicine physician, New York Times bestselling author, educator, and consultant. He received his medical degree from the University of Miami and completed his internal medicine residency at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, Oregon. His focus is on helping identify and resolve the biological basis for "stuckness" in the body and brain, especially around decision-making. He hosts the Get The STUCK OUT podcast and is a co-producer of the Alzheimer's, the Science of Prevention Docu-series. His writing is featured online on MedPage Today, Doximity, KevinMD, Medium, Psychology Today, MindBodyGreen, and DrPerlmutter.com, and his work connects COVID-19 with immune-related depression appears in the peer-reviewed scientific literature.

Visit his website: https://www.drperlmutter.com/austin-perlmutter-bio/

Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinperlmutter/

Psychedelic Studies:

Improving cognitive functioning in major depressive disorder with psychedelics: A dimensional approach

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1074742721000897#f0030

Psychedelics Promote Structural and Functional Neural Plasticity

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2211124718307551