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The End to Dementia, Alzheimer’s, and Small Blood Vessel Disease, with Dr. Axel Montagne, Ph.D.

Oct 9, 2023

Dr. Axel Montagne discusses causes of dementia like blood brain barrier degradation & small vessel disease, prevention methods, insulin resistance, exercise benefits, fish oil, sauna therapy, & new drugs. Talks about APOE genes, link to cognitive decline, & treatment options. Explores space adventure, Alzheimer's treatments, genetic research, omega-3 benefits, caffeine effects, and brain health strategies.

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Axel Montagne

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Quick takeaways

Protecting blood vessels is crucial for overall brain health and preventing cognitive decline.

Genetic predispositions like the APOE4 gene can influence the risk of developing dementia.

Incorporating preventive measures such as exercise, diet, and quality sleep can help maintain brain health.

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Introduction

2min

Exploring Cognitive Decline and Small Blood Vessel Disease with a Specialist

3min

Understanding Different Types of Dementia and the Connection to Blood Sugar Levels

11min

Insulin Resistance, Amyloid Plaque, and Dementia Development

9min

The Blood-Brain Barrier: Safeguarding Brain Health

9min

Exploring Health Improvement Strategies

2min

Prevention Strategies for Dementia Through Diet

14min

Exploring Future Treatments and Space Adventure

2min

Advances in Alzheimer's Treatment and Genetic Research

17min

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Promoting Brain Health and Fitness App

2min

Dr. Axel Montagne, Ph.D., Chancellor's Fellow & UK DRI Group Leader at The University of Edinburgh, joins Jillian this week to explain everything we need to know about the causes of dementia and whether or not we can prevent it. From the degradation of our blood brain barrier, to small blood vessel disease, Alzheimer’s and amyloid plaques, to what you need to know if you are genetically predisposed by having certain APOE genes. We also discuss the link between insulin resistance and cognitive decline and what you can do to treat dementia with exercise, sauna therapy, sleep, fish oil, and the newest drugs on the market.

Guest Links:

Website: https://montagnelab.com

X (Twitter): @MontagneLab and @AxL_Montagne

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