Ayesha Sherzai

Join neurologists Dean and Ayesha Sherzai, along with lipidology expert Thomas Dayspring and neurologist Kellyann Niotis, as they delve into brain health strategies. They discuss how neuroplasticity enables brain adaptation at any age and the vital role of exercise in enhancing cognitive function. Explore the impact of omega-3s on brain structure, the significance of APOE4 in Alzheimer’s risk, and how lifestyle choices can mitigate cognitive decline. Discover actionable habits to boost memory, focus, and resilience for a sharper mind.

Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai, expert neurologists specializing in brain health, delve into the rising rates of Alzheimer’s and the vital role lifestyle choices play in prevention. They introduce their NEURO framework focusing on nutrition, exercise, stress relief, restorative sleep, and cognitive engagement. Emphasizing plant-forward diets like MIND and Mediterranean, they highlight the crucial benefits of key nutrients such as B12, vitamin D, and omega-3s, showing how simple dietary changes can significantly reduce Alzheimer’s risk.

In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Ayesha Sherzai, brain health expert and co-founder of the Afghan Health Initiative, alongside her husband Dr. Dean Sherzai, former Deputy Minister of Health in Afghanistan, delve into the severe challenges faced by Afghan women under Taliban rule. They share insights on the healthcare landscape, women's empowerment, and the societal impacts of recent geopolitical changes. The couple emphasizes the resilience of Afghan women, advocating for education and community support as vital tools in the ongoing struggle for rights and dignity.