The Ready State Podcast Dr. Heather Sandison: Reversing Alzheimer's and Preventing Cognitive Decline at Any Age
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Nov 28, 2024 
Dr. Heather Sandison, a NYT bestselling author and expert in neurocognitive medicine, dives into revolutionary methods for addressing Alzheimer's and enhancing brain health. She discusses the brain's ability to heal and the role of diet, especially omega-3s, in reversing cognitive decline. Sandison emphasizes creating supportive environments and shares practical lifestyle changes that anyone can adopt to protect their cognitive function. Misconceptions about dementia are debunked, making way for a hopeful outlook on brain health.
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Dramatic Cognitive Improvement
- Dr. Sandison recounts a patient with a MOCA score of 2 who improved to 7 in six weeks after following Dr. Bredesen's protocol.
- This involved lifestyle changes like better diet, mold remediation, hormone replacement, and supplements.
Amyloid Not the Only Cause
- Alzheimer's is not solely caused by amyloid plaques, as removing them doesn't always improve cognition.
- Instead, focus on the underlying causes of amyloid buildup, using a systems approach.
Six Components of Brain Health
- Consider six key areas of brain health: toxicity, nutrients, stress, structure, infections, and signaling.
- Identify imbalances within these areas to pinpoint individual risk factors.
