You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson Grain Brain by David Perlmutter (Heroic Wisdom Daily)
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Sep 7, 2025 This discussion delves into the surprising impact of grains and sugars on cognitive health. It emphasizes the importance of a low-carb, gluten-free diet for enhancing brain function. Listeners will discover how dietary choices can directly influence mental clarity and overall well-being. The insights provided challenge conventional beliefs and offer a fresh perspective on brain health, inspiring a rethink of daily nutrition.
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Carbs Can Drive Brain Inflammation
- Carbs and grains can promote chronic inflammation that harms the brain over time.
- Refined carbs and even some whole grains may link to cognitive decline and neurological disease.
Gluten, Gut Permeability, And The Brain
- Gluten may increase gut permeability and affect the brain via the gut-brain axis.
- Leaky gut caused by gluten could negatively influence brain health.
Choose Fats, Cut Refined Sugar
- Favor healthy fats as primary brain fuel instead of fearing them.
- Reduce refined sugar because excess sugar disrupts focus, mood, and accelerates decline.
