In this episode of the Cutting Edge Health: Preventing Cognitive Decline podcast, host Jane Rogers interviews Dr. Chris Ring, a researcher from the University of Birmingham, about groundbreaking findings on brain endurance training (BET). Dr. Ring explains how combining cognitive exercises with physical workouts can enhance both mental and physical performance. 

Dr. Ring shares insights from a recent pilot study conducted in a small Spanish village, where older women who practiced BET showed notable improvements in both fitness and cognition compared to control groups. The conversation also touches on accessible ways for the public to implement BET using apps or simple brain tasks, even during workout breaks. Dr. Ring emphasizes the flexibility of the method and its potential to transform how we approach aging and brain health. The episode encourages listeners to rethink their fitness routines and incorporate mental challenges to boost long-term well-being.

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Professor Christopher Ring is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Birmingham's School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, where he has been a faculty member since 1995. He holds a BSc in Psychology from the University of Hull and earned his MSc and PhD in Psychology from the State University of New York at Stony Brook, specializing in cardiac psychophysics. Following his doctorate, he completed a postdoctoral fellowship in respiratory psychophysiology at Ohio University. 

In addition to his research, Professor Ring is a dedicated educator, teaching a popular third-year module on the psychophysiology of sport. He has supervised 30 doctoral students who have gone on to academic positions worldwide. 

Outside of academia, he is an avid golfer, continually exploring ways to improve his performance on the course.

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In this episode of the Cutting Edge Health: Preventing Cognitive Decline Podcast, host Jane Rogers interviews Dr. Annie Fenn, a former OBGYN who shifted careers after her mother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis to focus on preventing cognitive decline through nutrition. Dr. Fenn founded the Brain Health Kitchen and now educates others about the connection between food and brain health. She discusses the MIND diet, a scientifically-backed, brain-specific adaptation of the Mediterranean diet, highlighting 10 brain-healthy food groups—such as berries, leafy greens, nuts, legumes, and olive oil—and emphasizing the need to limit processed foods, red meat, and alcohol.

Think moderate drinking, especially red wine, is good for your brain? Dr. Annie Fenn challenges this long-held belief, citing groundbreaking research like the UK Biobank study. Discover the shocking truth: even moderate alcohol consumption (defined as 1 drink/day for women, 2 for men) can shrink your brain faster. Learn why this level is too much for healthy brain aging and why those with cognitive concerns should avoid alcohol altogether. Rethink your drink for better brain health!

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ANNIE FENN is a physician, chef, and author of The Brain Health Kitchen: Preventing Alzheimer’s Through Food (Artisan 2023), a science-based cookbook and care manual for the brain. She founded the Brain Health Kitchen, the only cooking school focused exclusively on helping people prevent cognitive decline through food and lifestyle. After twenty years as a board-certified ob-gyn, she traded in her stethoscope for an apron to pursue her passion for the culinary arts. But it was her mother's diagnosis with dementia that helped Fenn find her path and her new calling, one that enabled her to not only help her mother but also create significant and meaningful impact for others.

Dr. Fenn hosts Brain Health Retreats in Italy, Mexico, and Costa Rica. She writes Brain Health Kitchen, a twice-weekly newsletter on Substack to a large community of food-loving brain health enthusiasts, where she provides cooking classes, in-depth lifestyle guides, and recipes. Dr. Fenn is an adjunct faculty member at the University of Cincinnati and Harvard University, where she lectures young adults and medical students about brain health. Fenn lives in Jackson, Wyoming, where she enjoys skiing, cycling, foraging for mushrooms and berries, and exploring the Teton mountains with her husband and dogs.

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In this episode, host Jane Rogers speaks with Dr. Gill Livingston, leader of the Lancet Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention, and Care. Dr. Livingston shares groundbreaking insights on 14 modifiable risk factors for dementia—including the latest additions of high cholesterol and uncorrected vision impairment. She explains how proactive lifestyle changes can significantly reduce the risk of cognitive decline, covering topics like hearing loss, physical inactivity, depression, and air pollution. The conversation also explores the latest research, public policy initiatives, and the evolving global understanding of dementia prevention. Tune in to learn practical steps for safeguarding brain health and why it’s never too late to make a difference.

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Gill Livingston, MD, is an academic psychiatrist in the UK specializing in dementia research. As the leader of the Lancet Standing Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention, and Care, she has spearheaded landmark reports in 2017, 2020, and 2024. These reports provide new research, meta-analyses on life-course risk factors, and an overview of current interventions—offering critical insights into preventing and delaying a significant proportion of dementia cases.

Dr. Livingston works directly with individuals with suspected or confirmed dementia and their families. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates epidemiological and biopsychosocial research to develop and test evidence-based interventions. She recently co-led the successful DREAMS trial, which focused on improving sleep in dementia patients, and is now conducting a two-year follow-up study. Additionally, she and her colleagues are developing ENHANCE—an app-based intervention with personalized coaching designed to help individuals at high risk of cognitive decline maintain brain health.

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In this episode, Jane interviews Nobel Prize winner Venki Ramakrishnan, a molecular biologist who offers a balanced perspective on the anti-aging field.

Ramakrishnan discusses various promising areas of anti-aging research, including caloric restriction drugs like rapamycin, senolytics to target senescent cells, and stem cell therapies. He emphasizes the importance of clinical trials and cautions against rushing into unproven treatments. The conversation covers lifestyle factors that can promote healthy aging, such as regular exercise, proper nutrition, and maintaining social connections.

Ramakrishnan shares personal insights, including his father's experience of maintaining an active lifestyle until age 99. He also touches on his own career journey and winning the Nobel Prize. Throughout the interview, he stresses the need for a scientific approach to anti-aging research while acknowledging the urgency felt by many to combat aging. The podcast provides a thoughtful exploration of the current state of anti-aging science, balancing excitement for potential breakthroughs with the need for rigorous scientific validation.

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Venki Ramakrishnan shared the 2009 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for uncovering the structure of the ribosome. A National Academy of Sciences member, Venki runs his research group at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge, England. From 2015 to 2020, he served as president of the Royal Society, one of the world's oldest scientific organizations. He is the author of the frank scientific memoir Gene Machine: The Race to Decipher the Secrets of the Ribosome and Amazon bestselling book Why We Die: The New Science of Aging and the Quest for Immortality.

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In this thought-provoking discussion, Michael Greger, MD, sheds light on the state of health in America and the urgent need for systemic change. As a leading advocate for nutrition and public health, Dr. Greger emphasizes the importance of making fruits and vegetables more affordable and accessible. He shares powerful insights on how the government can lead by example, ensuring institutions like federal school lunches, the military, and prisons prioritize healthy, plant-based choices. Good nutrition is the foundation for vibrant brain health. Join us as we explore how small changes at a systemic level can create a healthier future for all. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation.

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A founding member and Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, Michael Greger, M.D., is a physician and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition. His science-based nonprofit, NutritionFacts.org, offers a free online portal hosting more than 2,000 videos and articles on myriad health topics.

Dr. Greger is a sought-after lecturer and has presented at the Conference on World Affairs and the World Bank, testified before Congress, and was invited as an expert witness in Oprah Winfrey’s defense in the infamous “meat defamation” trial.

A graduate of Cornell University School of Agriculture and Tufts University School of Medicine, Dr. Greger is also an acclaimed author. How Not to Die, The How Not to Die Cookbook, and How Not to Diet became instant New York Times bestsellers. Over a million copies of How Not to Die have been sold. All proceeds Dr. Greger receives from the sales of his books and speaking honoraria are donated directly to charity.

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This Cutting Edge Health episode features Dr. med Ralf Oettmeier. The title “Dr. med” is commonly used in German-speaking countries in Europe, including Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. It’s equivalent to MD in the US.

Dr. Oettmeier is medical director of the Alpstein Clinic outside of Zurich. It’s at this clinic where they perform INUSpheresis, a cutting-edge detoxification therapy designed to remove waste from plasma. This technique removes environmental toxins, metals, microplastics, pesticides, and inflammatory agents from the blood via a specialized filtration system.

Dr. Oettmeier explains the holistic benefits of INUSpheresis for treating chronic illnesses, post-COVID syndrome, and as a preventive measure against cognitive decline, cancer, and heart disease. The therapy, unavailable in the U.S. due to FDA restrictions, complements traditional treatments like chelation but is gentler on the kidneys. Dr. Oettmeier highlights its effectiveness in improving health metrics.

This conversation with Dr. Oettmeier underscores the importance of addressing toxins for longevity. Learn how this innovative approach has the potential to help you take charge of your well-being and age gracefully.

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Dr. med. Ralf Oettmeier is head physician and medical director of the Alpstein Clinic in Gais, Switzerland, an integrative medical practice.

Originally trained in conventional medicine at Friedrich Schiller University in Jena, Germany, Dr. Ralf, as he is called by his clients, acquired knowledge from various alternative forms of therapy over the years. He considers the Alpstein Clinic’s greatest strength to be successfully bringing together various disciplines of complementary medicine, such as homeopathy and acupuncture. Through the interaction of the individual disciplines, they achieve results that would otherwise never have been possible.

One of those therapies is INUSpheresis® where disease-promoting substances and environmental toxins are filtered from your blood. Dr. Oettmeier recently lectured on this at the 14th European Congress of Integrative Medicine.

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In this episode of the Cutting Edge Health Preventing Cognitive Decline Podcast, host Jane Rogers welcomes back Dr. Paul Savage for part two of their discussion on the critical role toxins play in cognitive health and overall well-being. Dr. Savage explains how the increasing prevalence of environmental toxins—from pesticides to heavy metals—has created unprecedented health challenges, driving chronic inflammation and neurodegenerative diseases.

The conversation delves into plasma apheresis, a cutting-edge detoxification process that removes toxins directly from the bloodstream. Dr. Savage shares compelling anecdotes, including a case where detoxification significantly improved a patient's health and even supported a successful pregnancy. He emphasizes the importance of toxin avoidance, advocating for actionable steps such as high-quality water filters, toxin-free cosmetics, and dietary adjustments.

The discussion also highlights the limitations of traditional detox methods like saunas and chelation, which are only partially effective, and how plasma apheresis offers a more comprehensive solution. For those concerned about cognitive decline, Dr. Savage underscores the connection between toxins, inflammation, and brain health, pointing to his clinic's innovative protocols that have shown measurable improvements in patients' cognitive function.

This thought-provoking episode encourages listeners to take proactive steps toward detoxification and health restoration.

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At 37 years old, Dr. Paul Savage was a successful ER/trauma physician. But he was  unhealthy, weighed 270 pounds, smoked cigarettes, was tired, anxious, and unwell, and  had high cholesterol, high blood pressure, pre-diabetes, and stress.

Rejecting the conventional approach of more medications, his curiosity and  determination led him to explore various treatments and lifestyle changes—and  transform his life and career through precision medicine. 

Twenty-five years later, he’s an advocate for combining traditional and integrative  medicine, focusing on an evidence-based approach that treats patients as partners. Dr.  Savage embraces a continuous pursuit of knowledge and integration of the latest  medical advancements into his practice, with several board certifications, including  certifications from the Stem Cell Fellowship, Integrative Metabolic Medicine, and the  American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. Not to mention he built over 50 clinics  across the United States and literally wrote the code for the industry standard software  that has helped millions of patients. 

Dr. Savage is now the founder and CEO of Chicago based MDLifespan.  He has more MDLifespan clinics set to open soon around the US. His latest endeavor of the  patented PlasmaXchangeTM protocol is the culmination of years of expertise — it's  poised to be the defining moment of his career, a transformative movement that will  reshape the future of medicine as we know it.

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In this insightful discussion, uncover the impact of rising toxin levels over the past 40-50 years with Paul Savage, MD. He believes most heavy metals and pesticides we encounter today didn’t even exist a few decades ago. Shockingly, 75% of them may be lurking in your own home.

As a renowned expert in functional medicine, Dr. Savage delves into the challenges our bodies face in eliminating them and the role of therapeutic plasma exchange in supporting detoxification. He is offering a free guide book (https://info.mdlifespan.com/cuttingedgehealth) filled with details on toxins, potential health conditions related to them and available methods for their removal.

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At 37 years old, Dr. Paul Savage was a successful ER/trauma physician. But he was unhealthy, weighed 270 pounds, smoked cigarettes, was tired, anxious, and unwell, and  had high cholesterol, high blood pressure, pre-diabetes, and stress.

Rejecting the conventional approach of more medications, his curiosity and  determination led him to explore various treatments and lifestyle changes, transforming his life and career through precision medicine.  

Twenty-five years later, he’s an advocate for combining traditional and integrative  medicine, focusing on an evidence-based approach that treats patients as partners. Dr.  Savage embraces a continuous pursuit of knowledge and integration of the latest  medical advancements into his practice, with several board certifications, including  certifications from the Stem Cell Fellowship, Integrative Metabolic Medicine, and the  American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. Not to mention, he built over 50 clinics  across the United States and literally wrote the code for the industry standard software  that has helped millions of patients.  

Dr. Savage is the founder and current CEO of MDLifespan in Chicago. His latest endeavor of the  patented PlasmaXchangeTM protocol is the culmination of years of expertise — it's  poised to be the defining moment of his career, a transformative movement that will  reshape the future of medicine as we know it.  

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This podcast episode features Dr. Mitch Clionsky, a neuropsychologist who specializes in preventing cognitive decline and dementia, and who has treated over 30,000 patients throughout his career. He discusses his book Dementia Prevention: Using Your Head to Save Your Brain, offering key insights into how dementia is a neurological disorder, not just a psychiatric condition. Dr. Clionsky emphasizes that dementia is not inevitable, even if it runs in your family—up to 50% of cases can be prevented with lifestyle changes. He highlights the importance of identifying risks like sleep apnea, hearing loss, and gum disease, and explains how treating these issues early can help maintain cognitive health. In the “Links and Resources” tab below are four sleep-apnea-related papers Dr. Clionsky refers to in the podcast. He also talks about the benefits of exercise and starting prevention early. Dr. Clionsky encourages listeners to assess their health habits and take proactive steps to reduce their dementia risk, providing practical advice and tools to help them stay mentally sharp as they age.

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Mitchell Clionsky, PhD, is a board-certified neuropsychologist who specializes in evaluating and treating patients with cognitive impairment, dementia, ADHD, and traumatic brain injury. 

He has a private practice, Clionsky Neuro Systems, Inc., based in Springfield, Massachusetts.  He is an experienced public speaker, podcast guest, and workshop presenter for general and professional audiences. 

With Emily Clionsky, M.D., he authored Dementia Prevention: Using Your Head to Save Your Brain. 

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Over the past few years, we've gotten several effective and massively popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wagovi and Mounjaro. Such drugs cause loss of both fat and muscle. The first is good. The second is not. In this episode of the Cutting Edge Health podcast, Dr. Jeffrey Galvin returns to explain the critical connection between muscle mass and cognitive health, emphasizing that reduced muscle mass increases the risk of cognitive decline, falls, and overall mortality, particularly in older adults.

He shares insights from his practice, where patients often struggle to regain muscle, especially women over 50. The episode delves into the importance of strength training, adequate protein intake, and personalized health monitoring to combat muscle loss and maintain long-term health and cognitive function. Dr. Galvin also touches on emerging therapies that could address these issues in the future including a number of clinical trials that are underway to test pharmaceuticals to preserve muscle mass that follows obesity treatments.

Previously, muscle loss was thought to be an issue that doesn't respond to drugs. And yet we now have several promising phase-1 and phase-2 studies for drugs that not only preserve muscle but also improve fat loss — since more muscle makes it easier to lose fat.

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Jeffrey Galvin is the medical director and founder of Vitality Medical Wellness Institute. He is board-certified in emergency medicine and obesity medicine.  He served as a major in the United States Air Force, specializing in trauma and emergency care.  After completing his military service, he settled in Concord, NC, with his wife and three children. With over 25 years’ experience working in some of the busiest emergency departments in the country, he has cared for over 50,000 emergency and trauma patients.

Dr. Galvin has extensive training and experience in functional medicine, hormonal optimization, fitness, nutrition, genomics and epigenetics, and brain peak performance.  He is an expert biohacker experienced in nootropic use, peptide therapies, heart rate variability training, and sleep hacking.  His goal is maximizing human performance, reversing chronic disease and optimizing overall health.

Dr. Galvin founded Vitality Medical Wellness Institute in 2010.  It was born out of frustration with modern medicine’s focus on treating symptoms of illness, not the underlying causes. The Institute seeks to change the paradigm by which the medical establishment trains doctors to treat chronic medical problems with medication while ignoring the root origins of disease.  Dr. Galvin believes that by focusing on nutrition, fitness, hormonal optimization, and permanent lifestyle changes, health can be optimized. By utilizing this approach his patients are able to reverse chronic medical conditions, lose weight and maximize performance. At the same time risk of future disease is minimized.

For more information, visit https://www.vitalitymwi.com/

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