Can we prevent Alzheimer's? It turns out our genes only account for about 3-5% of dementia cases, and we have a lot more control of our long-term cognitive health than we once thought. World-renowned Alzheimer's researchers Dr. Dean Sherzai and Dr. Ayesha Sherzai join us on the podcast to share how food—most notably plant-based whole foods—play a huge role in preventing the onset of Alzheimer's.

Show Notes:

• How to take care of your cognitive health long term with a well-planned plant-based diet

• Why and how Dean and Ayesha decided to become neurologists

• Why it's a privilege to take care of your family members in need

• A personal story from Toni about the devastating effects of dementia

• The shocking, growing statistics of Alzheimer's and dementia

• The difference between Alzheimer's and dementia

• Genetics vs. lifestyle as dementia risk factors

• A discussion on treatments for dementia

• The encouraging statistics on how effective lifestyle factors can be for preventing dementia

• How to effectively support people who are living with dementia

• The cost-effectiveness of a more holistic preventative approach to dementia treatment

• Blue zones and how the brain doctors take them into account in their work

• What you can and should do to optimize your brain health and well-being over time

• Remember: NEURO - Nutrition, Exercise, Unwind, Restorative sleep, Optimize cognitive activity

• Toni's tips for managing stress and getting better sleep

• The importance of community and socializing for our health

• Why positive stress, challenges, and discomfort are valuable for our brain health

• The Neuro 9:

• Greens

• Beans/lentils

• Berries

• Nuts and seeds

• Herbs and spices

• Cruciferous vegetables

• Whole grains

• Tea

• Caraway Home (use code plantpoweredkitchen at checkout for 10% off)

• Organifi (use code plantpower at checkout for 20% off )

Resources:

• Book: The 30-Day Alzheimer's Solution

• Follow the Brain Doctors on Instagram

• The Brain Doctor's Website

• Join The Neuro Academy