If You EAT THIS - You Are Protected From Dementia - Neuroscientist

If You EAT THIS - You Are Protected From Dementia - Neuroscientist

Oct. 4, 2025

The Primal Podcast

If You EAT THIS, You Are Protected From Dementia! Neuroscientist, Louisa Nicola will discuss how to optimize your brain function, including the benefits of creatine.

Rina Ahluwalia and Louisa Nicola delve into the critical aspects of brain health, discussing the importance of understanding cognitive decline, the role of insulin resistance, and the impact of diet and exercise on brain function.

They explore how lifestyle choices, including nutrition and physical activity, can significantly influence brain health and longevity. The discussion also highlights the significance of quality fats, the effects of alcohol, and the benefits of ketones and creatine.

Louisa emphasizes the need for resistance training and the importance of social relationships for maintaining cognitive function as we age.

TAKEAWAYS

* The brain is responsible for every thought and decision we make.
* Cognitive decline is a long-term process that often goes unnoticed until later in life.
* 95% of dementia cases could be prevented through lifestyle changes.
* Insulin resistance can significantly impact brain health and energy metabolism.
* Diet plays a crucial role in brain health, with refined sugars being particularly harmful.
* Alcohol consumption can lead to reduced brain volume and cognitive decline.
* Ketones provide cleaner fuel for the brain, especially for those at risk of Alzheimer's.
* Quality fats, particularly omega-3s, are essential for brain health.
* Exercise, especially resistance training, is vital for maintaining cognitive function.
* Social relationships are key to brain health and longevity.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Protect Yourself from Brain Disease
01:13 The Importance of Brain Health
06:43 Understanding Cognitive Decline
11:47 The Role of Insulin Resistance
22:42 The Power of Ketones
26:04 The Role of Fats in Brain Health
35:46 The Importance of Creatine for Brain Health
41:07 Exercise: The Elixir for Brain Longevity
46:53 Zone Five Training: The Key to Heart and Brain Health
57:46 Nutritional Insights for Brain Health
01:01:33 The Critical Role of Sleep in Brain Function
01:04:35 Three Essential Tips for Brain Longevity

Louisa Nicola
Website: https://www.neuroathletics.com.au/

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