• The Science of Keeping the Brain Healthy | Episode 7

  • Feb 16 2022
  • Length: 1 hr and 2 mins
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The Science of Keeping the Brain Healthy | Episode 7

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  • In this episode of the Lifespan podcast, Dr. David Sinclair and co-host Matthew LaPlante dissect the topic of brain aging. They explore evidence suggesting that the brain ages more slowly than other parts of the body and highlight how cognitive function is impacted by aging. Different interventions aimed at preserving brain health are also discussed, including a plant-based diet, exercise, metformin, NAD boosters, and sufficient sleep.

    Thank you to our sponsors:

    • Athletic Greens - https://athleticgreens.com/sinclair
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    • InsideTracker - https://insidetracker.com/sinclair

    Our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/davidsinclair 

    Lifespan book: https://amzn.to/3sUqurT

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    Matthew LaPlante's Social:

    • Twitter

    To stay up to date with David's work to democratize biological age testing and insights, visit tallyhealth.com.

    Timestamps:

    (00:00:00) Introducing Episode Seven: Aging of the Brain

    (00:04:39) Thanking the Sponsors

    (00:07:38) Ex-differentiation as a Driver of Aging

    (00:09:22) The Brain Ages Slowly

    (00:14:17) Cognitive Function and Plasticity

    (00:17:44) Three Longevity Pathways: mTOR, AMPK, and Sirtuins

    (00:23:26) Plant-based Diets and B-vitamins

    (00:28:32) Homocysteine, Plaque, and Vasculature

    (00:32:35) Fatty Acids

    (00:35:48) Physical Activity

    (00:39:14) Metformin

    (00:46:02) NAD Boosters

    (00:50:33) Increasing Blood Flor

    (00:53:20) Sleep

    (00:58:02) Overall Message: Keep your Brain Healthy

    (00:58:50) Next Week’s Episode and the Future of Medicine

    (01:01:21) Options for Subscription for Support

    For the full show notes, including the peer-reviewed studies, visit the Lifespan podcast website.

    Please note that Lifespan with Dr. David Sinclair is distinct from Dr. Sinclair's teaching and research roles at Harvard Medical School. The information provided in this show is not medical advice, nor should it be taken or applied as a replacement for medical advice. The Lifespan with Dr. David Sinclair podcast, its employees, guests and affiliates assume no liability for the application of the information discussed.

    Special thanks to our research assistants, Adiv Johnson & Sarah Ryan.
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