The Doctor's Kitchen Podcast #322 Neurologist Explains How to Protect Your Brain by improving Metabolic Health | Dr Shahrukh Mallik
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Nov 5, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Dr. Shahrukh Mallik, a consultant neurologist and expert in metabolic health, delves into the surprising connections between metabolism and brain health. He explains how conditions like insulin resistance can heighten the risk of Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Mallik shares practical steps to enhance brain protection through diet and lifestyle, discusses the blood-brain barrier's role, and critiques the hype around elite longevity practices. Get ready to rethink brain wellness!
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Control Blood Sugar For Brain Health
- Target a healthy HbA1c to protect cognition, aiming under 6.5% and lower when possible.
- Better glycemic control links to improved cognitive outcomes and larger brain volume.
Treat High Cholesterol To Protect Cognition
- Manage lipids and LDL-C because higher levels associate with worse brain structure and cognition.
- Use dietary approaches (e.g., portfolio diet) and medicines when appropriate to lower ApoB and LDL.
Lower Blood Pressure To Reduce Risk
- Check and control blood pressure regularly to reduce brain and vascular risk.
- Use diet, lifestyle, and medications if needed because hypertension is a preventable driver of brain disease.
