UNFILTERED Truth On Seed Oils: Science-Based Gut Health Tools l Tim Spector, MD & Sarah Berry, PhD
In this episode of the Better Brain Podcast, neurologists Drs. Daniel Rafie and Kevin Bickart sit down with two leading experts in nutrition science: Sarah Berry, lead nutritional scientist at Zoe, and Tim Spector, renowned epidemiologist, author, and co-founder of Zoe.We dive into the complex world of nutrition research, exploring:Why traditional studies in nutrition are so flawedHow Zoe is changing the game with personalized dataThe real story behind seed oils and social media mythsWhy gut health directly affects your brain and moodPractical tips for what to eat, when to eat, and how to improve overall wellnessAnd... a blind yogurt taste test — can experts pick the healthiest option based on just the label?This is a must-watch for anyone serious about brain health, nutrition, and cutting through the noise online.Connect with the us: Instagram: @betterbrainpod @adel.neuroX: @betterbrainpodVisit https://betterbrainpodcast.com/ to subscribe and receive exclusive content including episode show notes and the better brain health newsletter.Visit Our Sponsor's website: Contactmedicalservices.com 🔗 Links & Resources:👤 Tim Spector:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tim.spectorTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/timspector📘 Buy Tim's New Book – Food for Life:https://www.amazon.com/Food-Life-Cookbook-author/dp/1787335232👩🔬 Sarah Berry:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarahberry🎧 Zoe Science & Nutrition Podcast:https://link.chtbl.com/p1ggKgOA🌐 Learn more about Zoe and their personalized nutrition approach:https://joinzoe.com👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more conversations that bridge the gap between neuroscience, nutrition, and everyday health!#GutHealth #BrainHealth #NutritionScience #Zoe #TimSpector #SarahBerry #BetterBrainPodcast #Neurology #MentalHealth #SeedOils #FoodForLife #YogurtTasteTest #neuroscience #diet #podcast #interview #fypTo fully enjoy this episode, check out the video version by clicking on the following link: https://youtu.be/fNAEsWNMiUM For exclusive access to unreleased UCLA BrainSPORT Podcast content, be sure to subscribe at BetterBrainPodcast.comConnect with us on social media:Instagram: Host - @adel.neuro Podcast - @BetterBrainPod Twitter: @ahdelneuro Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Better Brain Podcast!
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Prevent Dementia by Modifying THESE Risk Factors: Cut Dementia Risk by 50%
Join Drs. Daniel Rafie and Kevin Bickart for an discussion dementia and the modifiable risk factors that could help prevent or ward off the diagnosis. The duo cover how dementia is diagnosed, what brain imaging demonstrates in dementia, and the most significant risk factors for developing dementia and how to address certain of these risk factors to aid in the prevention of dementia. Timestamps:00:00 – Intro3:17 – Dementia is Growing5:03 – What is Dementia?10:43 – Psychological Disorders and Prodromal Theories13:56 – Normal Aging and Memory Loss21:34 – When should patients be concerned? 23:00 – Age-Related Brain Volume Loss25:20 – Diagnosing Dementia28:40 – Lewy Body Dementia29:47– Genetics33:02- MRIs of Alzheimer Patients42:06 – Young Onset Dementia Paper 54:37 - Hand Grip Strength57:24 - Sleep59:01 - Vitamin D59:35 - Strength of the Study, Final Remarks1:01:05 - Deprivation of Stimulation (Hearing Impairment, Vision Loss, Social Isolation)1:02:16 - 14 Modifiable Risk Factors for Dementia Across the Board1:06:52 - What Can Be Done Today to Visualize Dementia Risk1:13:33 - Things we can do now to reduce dementia risk1:17:10 - How to measure cardiovascular fitness1:22:25 - Brain health assessment1:29:11 - ConclusionTo fully enjoy this episode, check out the video version by clicking on the following link: https://youtu.be/fNAEsWNMiUM For exclusive access to unreleased UCLA BrainSPORT Podcast content, be sure to subscribe at BetterBrainPodcast.comConnect with us on social media:Instagram: Host - @adel.neuro Podcast - @BetterBrainPod Twitter: @ahdelneuro Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Better Brain Podcast!
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Simple Tools to Manage Your Stress Today and the Resiliency Myth l Aditi Nerurkar, MD
Join Drs. Daniel Rafie and Kevin Bickart for an important discussion on stress with Dr. Aditi Neurukar MD, MPH, a renowned Harvard-trained doctor specializing in stress, public speaker, and best-selling author. Check out her book: The 5 Resets, a reimagined approach to transform your stress and burnout for good. In this episode, Dr. Neurukar defines stress, and how it can progress from healthy to unhealthy. She shares why humans have the need to stay on their phones, and the debilitating effects of doom scrolling. She also breaks the myth that multitasking is beneficial, and discusses the importance of listening to your body, offering 5 mindset shifts to reduce and manage stress. The Five Resets: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063289210/keywords=self%20help%20books?tag=harpercollinsus-20Dr. Aditi Neurukar Website: https://www.draditi.com/Visit https://betterbrainpodcast.com/ to subscribe and receive exclusive content including episode show notes and the better brain health newsletter.For more information on our Sponsor, Contact Medical Services, Check out their website: https://www.contactmedicalservices.com/To fully enjoy this episode, check out the video version by clicking on the following link: https://youtu.be/fNAEsWNMiUM For exclusive access to unreleased UCLA BrainSPORT Podcast content, be sure to subscribe at BetterBrainPodcast.comConnect with us on social media:Instagram: Host - @adel.neuro Podcast - @BetterBrainPod Twitter: @ahdelneuro Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Better Brain Podcast!
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Personalized Diet & Nutrition Tips to Promote Your Microbiome and Longevity | Federica Amati, PhD
On this episode of the Better Brain Podcast, Drs. Daniel Rafie and Kevin Bickart chat with Dr. Frederica Amati, head nutritionist at Zoe, the science and nutrition company. She is also a best-selling author, with her new book, Every Body Should Know This, being described as a fascinating DIY guide to food and health. In this episode, Dr. Amati shares insights on early childhood interventions and building a healthy food environment, exploring the connection between the gut microbiome, nutrition, and mental health. She emphasizes the benefits of maintaining a balanced diet and how eating well at any age can increase lifespan and quality of life. She also discusses the importance of listening to your body and its hunger or fullness cues to create a healthy relationship with food, as well as the difference between processed/unprocessed foods and their nutrition levels.For a deeper dive into the gut microbiome, listen to the Zoe Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/p1ggKgOATo Purchase Dr. Amati's new book visit: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Every-Body-Should-Know-This/dp/0241679613/Watch this episode: https://youtu.be/isLi8ZQVY44Connect with the Better Brain Podcast: Instagram: @betterbrainpod @adel.neuroX: @betterbrainpodVisit https://betterbrainpodcast.com/ to subscribe and receive exclusive content including episode show notes and the better brain health newsletter. 00:00 - Beginning 2:14 – The Origin Story10:07 – Microbiome and Mental Health14:30 – The Microbiome as a Representation of our Environment23:07 – Ultra Processed Foods27:09 – Direct effect of ultra-processed foods on the gut35:14 – The Gut Brain Axis (How Ultra-Processed Foods Influence Mental Health and Brain Health)42:29 – The Microbiome and Diet through Childhood, Breast Milk, Weaning56:24 - The Home Food Environment1:00:37 – Processed vs Ultra-Processed Foods1:07:36 – Dairy Impact on Gut Health1:12:51 – Saturated Fats, Low Fat Foods, and Cholesterol 1:18:37 – Processed Vs. Unprocessed Meat1:24:32 – The Carnivore Diet1:32:42 – Protein Intake, Retaining Muscle, Increasing Longevity 1:38:55 – Sugars and Salts (Not all Sugars are the Same)1:47:37 – Blended Foods1:51:47 – Counting Calories and Calorie Restriction1:59:57 – GLP – agonists02:10:44 – Hope after 40 (How diet can increase health span)2:18:01 – The Pleasure of Eating and Intuitive Eating2:24:22 – Track your Microbiome Health 2:32:11 – The Grocery Store Run2:50:10 – Outro#microbiome #gutmicrobiome #nutrition #diet #calories #caloriedeficit #carnivorediet #processedfoods #protein #mentalhealth #brainhealth #podcast #interviewTo fully enjoy this episode, check out the video version by clicking on the following link: https://youtu.be/fNAEsWNMiUM For exclusive access to unreleased UCLA BrainSPORT Podcast content, be sure to subscribe at BetterBrainPodcast.comConnect with us on social media:Instagram: Host - @adel.neuro Podcast - @BetterBrainPod Twitter: @ahdelneuro Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Better Brain Podcast!
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6 Easy Ways to Nurture Your Gut Microbiome and Brain l Tim Spector, MD, PhD
Drs. Daniel Rafie and Dr. Kevin Bickart examine gut and brain health with Dr. Tim Spector. Dr. Spector is a Professor of Epidemiology at King’s College London and scientific co-founder of ZOE, the science and nutrition company. He is the bestselling author of The Diet Myth, Spoon-Fed and Food for Life. The original pioneer of microbiome research, he is among the top 100 most-cited scientists in the world.In this episode, Dr. Spector discusses the importance of the gut microbiome to various aspects of health including disease, neurodevelopmental disorders, and mental illness. He discusses easy changes that can be made in the diet in order to increase diversity of plants consumed, and improve gut microbiome health. Furthermore, he debunks common myths about sugar, saturated fats, and processed meats, emphasizing the importance of food quality over quantity. He also explains why a Mediterranean-style diet is ideal for overall health and how these small dietary changes can lead to a healthy gut microbiome and improve mood and energy.For a deeper dive into the gut microbiome, listen to the Zoe Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/p1ggKgOAVisit https://betterbrainpodcast.com/ to subscribe and receive exclusive content including episode show notes and the better brain health newsletter. To fully enjoy this episode, check out the video version by clicking on the following link: https://youtu.be/fNAEsWNMiUM For exclusive access to unreleased UCLA BrainSPORT Podcast content, be sure to subscribe at BetterBrainPodcast.comConnect with us on social media:Instagram: Host - @adel.neuro Podcast - @BetterBrainPod Twitter: @ahdelneuro Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Better Brain Podcast!
Welcome to the Better Brain Podcast, your source on all things brain health and how to make it better. We're your hosts, Drs. Rafie and Bickart, and we are Neurologists specializing in Neuropsychiatry, Dementia, Sports, and Traumatic Brain Injury.Our mission at the Better Brain Podcast is to provide you with the information and tools you need to improve your brain health and overall well being. We do this by combining the latest evidence-based practices with practical tools to better your brain. Our episodes feature experts and high level performers that will help us navigate this complex and nuanced field, with a goal of attaining a firm grasp on these topics. Whether you're a healthcare professional seeking to expand your knowledge, a individual concerned about your risk of dementia, a creative looking for inspiration, or simply a curious soul eager to learn more about the brain, the Better Brain Podcast is your trusted companion.Subscribe for UNRELEASED CONTENT and more at: The Better Brain Podcast
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