Optimizing brain health requires addressing imbalances across six components: toxicity, nutrients, structure, stress, signaling, and infections. A nuanced approach emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying causes of issues like inflammation rather than simply labeling them as the problem. Recognizing that conditions such as Alzheimer's cannot be attributed solely to factors like amyloid plaques is crucial; their presence doesn't guarantee resolution of cognitive decline. Instead, effort should focus on identifying triggers for inflammatory responses and addressing lifestyle factors that contribute to the overall health of the brain, ensuring fluctuations in various rhythms remain within optimal ranges for sustained brain function.
In this episode of The Human Upgrade, Dave Asprey and Dr. Heather Sandison discuss actionable strategies for optimizing brain health and longevity. Dr. Sandison explains how lifestyle changes, including diet, oral hygiene, and sleep, can help prevent cognitive decline. She also shares insights into the Marama Experience, her revolutionary approach to memory recovery and brain health.
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Timestamps and Highlights:
00:00:01 – Introduction by Dave Asprey
00:02:30 – The Role of Diet in Brain Health
00:07:00 – The Importance of Oral Health in Brain Function
00:12:00 – How Sleep Impacts Cognitive Health
00:17:30 – Key Strategies for Optimizing Cognitive Function
00:22:00 – The Marama Experience: Memory Care to Memory Recovery
00:30:00 – Steps for Protecting Brain Health Over Time
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