What if I told you that high blood pressure, poor diet, and stress are not just harming your heart but are silently affecting your brain health, too? In this episode, I have an amazing conversation with neuroradiologist Dr. Peter Rogers to discuss how conditions like hypertension, atherosclerosis, and even leaky gut are contributing to brain decline and Alzheimer’s risk.

Dr. Rogers shares his groundbreaking theories on how vascular diseases affect brain function and why addressing blood pressure and maintaining a healthy diet are crucial for protecting cognitive health. From blood clots to kidney disease, we explore the critical role the circulatory system plays in maintaining brain health.

Tune in to discover how reversing vascular issues can boost your brain health for years to come!

“You've only got one body that's gonna last you your whole life, hopefully 90 or more years. Give it premium gas—eat plant foods.”  

~ Dr. Peter Rogers, MD

In this Episode

00:55 - Meet Dr. Peter Rogers, MD

03:10 - What we need to know about hypertension

05:14 - Understanding the underlying causes of hypertension

15:05 - Conventional medicine vs. Dr. Rogers' research 

19:21 - Kidney failure and brain health connection

23:20 - A thousand brains theory and imaging tests to diagnose dementia 

32:11 - Dr. Rogers explains different neurodegeneration theories 

40:49 - Diet and lifestyle changes for vascular, mitochondrial, and brain health

47:20 - The truth about olive oil and how it affects health

54:28 - Dr. Rogers' controversial thoughts about the healthcare system

Resources:

- Top Supplements for Alzheimer's Guide - https://bit.ly/drjoshguide 

- Blood Pressure in the African Native by C.P. Donnison - https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(00)49248-2/fulltext

Connect with Dr. Peter Rogers, MD: 

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@PeterRogersMD

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- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/greenbrainsmd/

- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorjosh

- TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@greenbrainsmd

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUMtFP2icmNEhOaSsd-CrSg?sub_confirmation=1

- Others - https://linktr.ee/greenbrainsmd

Disclaimer: Please remember that this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your doctor or healthcare professional before making any changes to your treatment plan.