Is your brain aging faster than it should? Studies show that cognitive decline begins decades before symptoms appear, but the good news is—you can slow it down and even reverse it.
In this episode, Dr. Josh Axe sits down with world-renowned brain health expert Dr. Daniel Amen—the psychiatrist behind the brain scans of top performers like Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus, and Tony Robbins. Together, they uncover the biggest factors impacting brain aging, dementia risk, and the science-backed strategies to sharpen your mind at any age.
What You’ll Learn:
* Why low blood flow is the #1 brain predictor of Alzheimer’s (and how to fix it)
* The hidden dangers of caffeine, nicotine, and marijuana on brain function
* How your gut health and inflammation are silently damaging your brain
* The shocking connection between head injuries and mental health disorders
* The top foods, supplements, and habits to boost blood flow and slow brain aging
* Why brain scans are revolutionizing mental health treatment and addiction recovery
* The one daily practice that can rewire your brain for happiness and longevity
If you want to protect your brain, improve memory, and stay mentally sharp for life, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Amen shares groundbreaking insights from over 250,000 brain scans, proving that you’re not stuck with the brain you have—you can make it better.
Tune in now and start your journey to a healthier, sharper mind.
#brain #brainhealth #docamen
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00:00 Signs of Brain Aging
09:47 Supplements for Brain Health
12:13 Brain Scan Findings
18:02 U.S. Public Health Conversation
34:49 Addiction and The Brain
41:20 Spiritual Growth and The Brain
50:54 Gratitude vs. Negativity
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ABOUT DR. JOSH AXE
Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CNS, is a doctor of chiropractic, certified doctor of natural medicine, clinical nutritionist, leadership expert and highly successful entrepreneur, with a passion to help people eat healthy and live a healthy lifestyle. He earned his doctorate from Palmer College and his Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Axe is the cofounder and CVO of Ancient Nutrition, founder of DrAxe.com, and founder of The Health Institute. His businesses have ranked on the Inc. 500 fastest growing companies. He is the bestselling author of Think This Not That, Eat Dirt, Keto Diet, and Ancient Remedies. He regularly teaches lectures and trains entrepreneurs on leadership, mindset, and self- development. Josh is married to his wife, Chelsea, and they have two daughters. They live between Nashville, TN and Dorado, PR and enjoy cooking, staying active swimming and cycling, and prioritize time for their faith and family.
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