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The Doctor's Kitchen Podcast

#269 Spices to beat colds, how to nourish your gut and the best tactics to support brain health

Oct 15, 2024
Sakina Okoko, a science writer and researcher at Doctor's Kitchen, shares fascinating health insights. They discuss the medicinal power of spices for cold prevention and gut health. Sakina emphasizes how nutrition, movement, and even plant-based proteins play crucial roles in brain function. Listeners learn practical strategies like incorporating fiber-rich foods and redefining social drinking habits to improve well-being. The conversation also highlights the importance of balancing traditional remedies with modern dietary practices for overall health.
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  • Regular physical activity is paramount for enhancing brain health and can significantly reduce the risk of cognitive decline and dementia.
  • The gut microbiome's balance is crucial for overall health, requiring a diverse, fiber-rich diet rather than just probiotics for optimal function.

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The Power of Exercise for Brain Health

Regular physical activity plays a crucial role in enhancing brain health and combating conditions such as dementia. Exercise promotes brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which supports neuron growth and survival. Notably, the hippocampus, a brain area essential for memory, benefits significantly from physical activity, as exercise can increase its volume. This insight emphasizes the need to prioritize consistent movement, irrespective of age, to sustain cognitive function and overall mental well-being.

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