5 habits to protect your memory | Drs. Ayesha Sherzai and Dean Sherzai

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  @hdw5831 · 1 year ago

  Summary of the video. Alzheimer's often starts in middle age. Up to 90% of cases can be prevented by lifestyle. Genes are not decisive. In Alzheimer's, toxic protein accumulations occur. This starts 20 to 30 years before symptoms appear. Dementia starts with mild cognitive impairment where intervention can still be effective. Four processes play a role: 1. inflammation 2. oxidation 3. lipid dysregulation 4. glucose dysregulation. People with (pre-)diabetes may already experience a lower cognitive state in middle age. Well-controlled diabetes does not have to lead to dementia. High LDL values, even at a young age, increase the risk of dementia. Five factors reduce the risk: nutrition, physical exercise, stress reduction, sleep and cognitive stimulation. The Mediterranean diet is recommended. Strength training, especially of the legs, can reduce the risk of progression from mild cognitive impairment to dementia by more than 35%. Bad stress increases levels of cortisol and adrenaline that are harmful to the hippocampus, which is responsible for memory and problem solving. Good stress, such as challenging activities, stimulates dopamine and promotes brain growth. During deep sleep, a cleaning process takes place in the brain. Reduced deep sleep can disrupt this cleaning process. Optimally, 7-8 hours of deep sleep are needed. Cognitive reserve protects against brain damage. Passive activities, such as watching TV, lead to cognitive decline. Complex activities are better. Brains continue to develop throughout life and remain plastic.

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  @Yigal-Lupo · 1 year ago

  At 77 years old I started riding a bike, it was a great change.

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  @marathorne6821 · 1 year ago

  The marvellous thing I have observed after listening to many, many podcasts and reading books from a variety of experts is the consistency of the messages. If we eat a good diet, stay hydrated, sleep enough, do regular exercise, avoid toxins (like smoking, alcohol and drugs) manage our stress and keep our brains active and challenged, it's good for gut health, cardio vascular health, organ health, and brain health. The same good lifestyle elements promote every aspect of health 😊

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  @mariannebhatia7245 · 1 year ago

  Thank you so much. 81 and. Going strong.

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  @suewhite98 · 1 year ago

  "Genes load the gun, lifestyle pulls the trigger"

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  @KST9182 · 1 year ago

  Super & world-class expert guests …. Amazing interview & wide-ranging information about the brain.  Thanks to all three of you - it’s appreciated.  👏

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  @Godisnear418 · 5 hours ago

  There are studies that show you can reverse it. Why did she say no? Get Dr. Bredeson on your show and Dr. Perlmutter on your show.

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  @davidellisonline · 1 year ago

  I really enjoyed this extremely informative and interesting video from Dr Dean Sherzai and Dr Ayesha Sherzai courtesy of ZOE. Most of us are aware of or have been touched by Alzheimers in some way, shape or form. Please take on board what is being said and make adjustments in your own lifestyle to reduce your own risk factors. Many thanks for the content.

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  @mayyabie6108 · 1 year ago

  I want to say a huge thanks to you guys for trying to help us listeners to become and stay healthy so we can live our best lives!!!

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  @cindymaceda2999 · 1 year ago

  I am optimising my brain growth by listening to these scientists speak about research results every day.

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  @gaBetibu · 1 year ago

  . . . so, so glad to see my 2 most respected & loved "Brain Doctors" . . . I have missed seeing them on YT...I  Learn so much new info each time I get to see them.... God Bless each of them, and, you, also, for this wonderful interview.... 🙏🙏🙏

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  @LazyDa1sy · 2 months ago

  Thank you so much for this. I've learned  a tremendous amount from Zoe podcasts. I'm in recovery/remission from a series of serious conditions that struck after years of stress and poor sleep. It is fascinating to learn so much about the brain and i love the acronym NEURO. I will continue to do all of these with even greater enthusiasm.