

The Neuro Experience
Louisa Nicola & Pursuit Network
This podcast interviews the best experts in the world to bring emerging themes in athletic performance, neurology, sleep physiology and medicine. Louisa regularly consults for technology development companies, professional athletic organizations and consults with the biggest names in NBA, MLB and NFL. Louisa is on the scientific advisory board of Tonal, Hone Health, Klora and Momentous. Find Louisa on Instagram @louisanicola_
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Jan 21, 2025 • 1h 3min
Leading Cancer Expert: "This Everyday Food Could Be Making Cancer Worse" A Global Rise in Cancer That May Not Be Genetic | Dr Thomas Seyfried
Thomas Seyfried, a leading cancer expert with over three decades of research, dismantles the notion of cancer as purely a genetic disease, framing it instead as a metabolic disorder driven by lifestyle. He highlights how glucose and glutamine fuel cancer cells and discusses the potential of metabolic therapies, including the ketogenic diet, for prevention and treatment. Seyfried also critiques traditional treatments, advocating for a focus on mitochondrial health and lifestyle factors to better combat the rising cancer epidemic.

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Jan 6, 2025 • 1h 20min
Keto Diet Expert: ADHD and Depression Cured? The Shocking Truth About the Ketogenic Diet! | Dr. Georgia Ede, MD
Dr. Georgia Ede, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and bestselling author, delves into the powerful role of nutrition in mental health. She advocates for the ketogenic diet as a transformative approach for managing ADHD and depression. Exploring hormone testing and dietary choices, Dr. Ede explains how these elements can optimize brain function and mood. She also addresses the relationship between insulin regulation and cognitive health, making a compelling case for personalized dietary strategies. Join her as she unravels the complex link between food and mental well-being.

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Dec 10, 2024 • 1h 8min
How Insulin Resistance DESTROYS Your Brain and Performance
Dr. Ben Bikman, a metabolic scientist and best-selling author, discusses the alarming effects of insulin resistance on brain health and chronic diseases like Alzheimer's. He challenges traditional beliefs about obesity and advocates for lifestyle changes over medication. The conversation highlights the transformative role of insulin in fat metabolism and glucose regulation. Dr. Bikman explores the benefits of a ketogenic diet, natural supplements, and rethinking Alzheimer's origins, ultimately emphasizing the need for greater awareness of insulin's impact on health.

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Nov 26, 2024 • 1h 18min
Why You're Struggling with Obesity: The Hidden Culprit Behind Poor Metabolic Health Revealed! | Dr. Nick Norwitz
Nick Norwitz, PhD and Harvard medical student, specializes in metabolic health and personal experiments. In this engaging conversation, he unpacks the complex relationship between metabolic health and chronic diseases, offering fresh insights on lipids and cholesterol. He emphasizes the importance of personalized nutrition and critiques current public health practices. The discussion also delves into the benefits of ketogenic diets for cognitive function and the interplay between diet and overall well-being, revealing the potential for transformative health changes.

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Oct 29, 2024 • 20min
Brain Scientist: How Vitamin D Can Transform Your Brain Health: From Battling Brain Fog to Achieving Mental Clarity and Peak Performance
Discover the vital connection between vitamin D and brain health! Learn how this nutrient impacts memory, mood, and sleep quality. Explore fascinating research linking deficiency to cognitive decline and mood disorders. Uncover how vitamin D functions like a hormone, influencing neurotransmitter production and inflammation. Personal insights offer practical tips for maintaining optimal levels, ensuring mental clarity and resilience against aging. Tune in for a deep dive into the life-changing benefits of this sunshine vitamin!

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Oct 15, 2024 • 1h 13min
Alzheimer's Breakthrough: The Shocking Truth Your Doctor Won't Tell You | Dr. Dale Bredesen, MD
Dr. Dale Bredesen, a leading neurologist in Alzheimer's research, teams up with Louisa Nicola to challenge the inevitability of Alzheimer's. They delve into advanced screening methods like the P-Tau 217 blood test and discuss how lifestyle changes can significantly affect brain health. The role of genetic factors, including the APOE gene, alongside inflammation and detoxification strategies, is also examined. Tune in for insights on how proactive steps can redefine your cognitive future!

Oct 3, 2024 • 12min
Trust Betrayed: Inside the Alzheimer's Disease Data Manipulation Crisis
Imagine being at the forefront of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s research, holding hope for millions of patients. That’s where Eliezer Masliah stood—a top neuroscientist and key figure at the National Institute on Aging (NIA), responsible for overseeing billions in funding intended to push groundbreaking research on these devastating diseases forward.But things weren’t as they seemed.Recent investigations, including one published in Science (Vol 385, Issue 6716), have raised alarming questions about Masliah’s research. Over 100 of his studies may contain falsified data, including duplicated or manipulated images, claiming to reveal critical insights into how Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s impact the brain.If this sounds eerily familiar, you’re right. Just two years ago, another scandal rocked the Alzheimer’s research world. Sylvain Lesné's 2006 Nature paper was considered a landmark in Alzheimer’s research—until 2022, when it was revealed that the paper was tainted by manipulated data. That revelation sent shockwaves through the scientific community, throwing years of research and drug development into doubt.And now, we're facing a similar situation again.The implications of these new allegations against Masliah are massive. His work has shaped entire fields of study, influencing experimental treatments like the Parkinson’s drug prasinezumab. But with these revelations, years of research and billions of dollars in funding hang in the balance.What’s most heartbreaking? Real people—those battling Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s—are caught in the middle of this scandal. They've been placing their hopes in breakthroughs, trusting science to provide answers and relief. If the very research supporting their treatments is compromised, the cost isn't just in lost time and money—it's a betrayal of the trust placed in the system by millions of patients and their families.We have to demand better. Science, and the people depending on it, deserve better.The Neuro Athletics Newsletter Instagram: @louisanicola_Twitter : @louisanicola_YouTube: @Louisa NicolaThe Neuro Experience Podcast is proud to have hosted: Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Gabrielle Lyon, Dr Layne Norton, Thomas DeLauer, Shawn Stevenson, Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, Saad Alam, Uma Naidoo, Dr. Lanna Cheuck, Angela Lee Pucci, Jillian Turecki, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, Dr. Darren Candow, Dr. Sue Varma, Evy Poumpouras, Dr Casey Means, Renee Deehan, Dr Chris Palmer, Dr Charles Brenner, Dr Joe Zundell, Dr Ray Dorsy, Dr Dale Bredeson, Dr. Ben Bikman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 16, 2024 • 44min
Parkinson's Disease Leading Expert "How Everyday Products Are Increasing Your Risk of Parkinson’s Disease" | Dr Ray Dorsey
Dr. Ray Dorsey, a neurologist at the University of Rochester, sheds light on the alarming rise of Parkinson's disease linked to environmental toxins. He discusses the role of household chemicals, particularly trichloroethylene and paraquat, in increasing disease risk. The conversation emphasizes that Parkinson's is not just a genetic issue but a preventable condition. Simple lifestyle changes, including diet and air quality improvements, can significantly reduce exposure and lower the risk of neurodegenerative diseases.

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Aug 27, 2024 • 1h 1min
Add 15 Years to Your Life or Cut It Short: The Shocking Truth About Longevity Revealed by a Leading Doctor in the Field | Dr Darshan Shah
Dr. Darshan Shah, a board-certified surgeon and founder of Next Health, dives into the cutting-edge science of longevity and health optimization. He reveals how understanding metabolic dysfunction can enhance your lifespan by 15%. The conversation covers the necessity of shifting from treatment to prevention, navigating autoimmune diseases with root cause approaches, and critical biomarkers for assessing health. Additionally, they discuss innovative therapies like hyperbaric oxygen and the importance of lifestyle changes in preventing Alzheimer’s and improving gut health.

Aug 12, 2024 • 1h 4min
#353 Obesogens and How Environmental Toxins Influence Our Genes | Dr. Vivian Chen
Dr. Vivian Chen, a passionate advocate for recognizing the impact of environmental toxins on health, has a rich background in medicine, specializing in internal medicine and family medicine.Her journey into environmental health was personal, driven by her daughter's health challenges which were linked to dietary allergies and, she suspects, environmental toxins. This personal experience shifted her focus towards environmental toxins and their broader implications onhealth. In the podcast, Dr. Chen discusses the pervasive issue of aluminum exposure through everyday items like cookware and antacids, highlighting its potential to cause oxidative stress and DNA damage at the cellular level. She notes the broader health implications, such as increased risksof chronic diseases like Alzheimer's. The conversation extends to endocrine disruptors andobesogens, chemicals that interfere with hormonal activities and metabolic processes, emphasizing their significant yet underacknowledged impact on health.Get $260 off LUMEBOX red light therapywww.thelumebox.com/neuro Sponsors:
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Connect with Vivian:InstagramLumebox: Chapters:00:00:00 - Importance of Avoiding Endocrine Disruptors00:02:36 - Aluminum in Antacids and its Potential Health Risks00:05:21 - The Dangers of Aluminum in Antacids and Cookware00:08:06 - Effects of Aluminum in our Blood00:10:42 - The importance of hormones and the impact of environmental toxins00:13:12 - Obesogens and their Impact on Weight Gain00:15:52 - The Role of Obesogens in Weight Gain and Obesity00:18:38 - Disrupting Hormones and Health Compromises00:21:31 - The Impact of Decreasing Estrogen00:24:26 - The Impact of Plastic Exposure on Overall Health00:27:10 - The Risk of Microplastics in the Body00:29:46 - The Dangers of Plastic Contamination00:32:41 - The Leeching of Chemicals00:35:18 - The Importance of Liver and Gut in Toxin Elimination00:37:51 - Importance of Fiber for Proper Digestion00:40:37 - The Dose Makes the Poison00:43:21 - Challenges in Studying Environmental Toxins00:45:46 - The Future of Medical Tests: Measuring Detox Organs?00:48:32 - Dr. Chen’s Daughter's Medical Journey00:51:06 - The Link Between Environmental Toxins and Allergies00:53:40 - The Benefits of Red Light Therapy00:56:18 - Study on Skin Elasticity and Fine Lines00:58:59 - Portable Red Light Therapy Devices01:01:27 - Where to Find More InformationThe Neuro Athletics Newsletter Instagram: @louisanicola_Twitter : @louisanicola_YouTube: @Louisa NicolaThe Neuro Experience Podcast is proud to have hosted: Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Gabrielle Lyon, Dr Layne Norton, Thomas DeLauer, Shawn Stevenson, Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, Saad Alam, Uma Naidoo, Dr. Lanna Cheuck, Angela Lee Pucci, Jillian Turecki, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, Dr. Darren Candow, Dr. Sue Varma, Evy Poumpouras, Dr Casey Means, Renee Deehan, Dr Chris Palmer, Dr Charles Brenner, Dr Joe Zundell, Dr Ray Dorsy, Dr Dale Bredeson, Dr. Ben Bikman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices