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Dr. Gary Steinberg: How to Improve Brain Health & Offset Neurodegeneration

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May 20, 2024
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Gary Steinberg
Dr. Gary Steinberg, a renowned neurosurgeon and professor at Stanford, dives into the realm of brain health. He uncovers intriguing insights about strokes, concussion recovery, and innovative treatments like stem cell therapy and vagus nerve stimulation. The conversation also highlights lifestyle factors that influence brain health, including hydration and dietary choices. Steinberg emphasizes the importance of timely interventions in rehabilitation and reveals how mild hypothermia may protect neural function after injuries, offering a glimpse into the future of neurosurgery.
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INSIGHT

Stroke Definition

  • A stroke is like a "heart attack" in the brain, disrupting blood flow and causing tissue death.
  • This disruption can be due to a blocked vessel or, less commonly, a hemorrhage (bursting blood vessel).
ADVICE

Modifiable Stroke Risk Factors

  • Avoid smoking and maintain healthy cholesterol levels to minimize stroke risk.
  • Manage high blood pressure with medication if necessary, but consult a doctor.
INSIGHT

Declining Stroke Incidence

  • Stroke incidence is decreasing, likely due to reduced smoking and improved management of hypertension.
  • Increased exercise and lower obesity rates in some groups also contribute.
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