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  • Your Brain On... Cold Plunges

    Your Brain On... Cold Plunges
    Jan 21 2026
    Cold plunges are everywhere, and the way people talk about them, you'd think they're a miracle cure for your brain, body, and soul. But in an age of algorithm-fueled evangelism, when a ritual becomes this ubiquitous and loud, we have to ask: how much of the buzz is backed by science… and how much is just marketing? In this episode, we explore the neuroscience of cold exposure: what's real, what's overstated, and why this "discomfort" has become a billion-dollar industry. We discuss: Why cold plunges went viral, and how wellness movements often devolve into identity-driven culturesThe difference between cold exposure itself and the monetized "cold plunge movement"What constitutes a "cult" (and how pseudoscience forms around partial truths)The real physiological cold shock responseWhy the mental "high" after a plunge doesn't automatically equal long-term brain benefitThe cardiovascular risks that rarely get discussed, especially for people with underlying heart diseaseWhat the research suggests about soreness, pain reduction, and muscle growth (including why cold immersion can blunt hypertrophy)The real story behind brown fatWho should avoid cold plunges altogether (asthma, arrhythmias, coronary disease, vascular conditions) Joining us for this conversation is investigative journalist and bestselling author Scott Carney (What Doesn't Kill Us, The Wedge), who has spent years inside the cold exposure world, first as a skeptic, then as a believer, and eventually as a critic of the culture that formed around it. His work reveals what happens when discomfort becomes identity, and when unfounded "social media science" outruns real science. Your Brain On... is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai. SUPPORTED BY: the 2026 NEURO World Retreat. A 5-day journey through science, nature, and community, on the California coastline: neuroworldretreat.com Your Brain On... Cold Plunges • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 7 REFERENCES Cold Water Immersion, Muscle Adaptation, and Recovery Roberts, L. A., Raastad, T., Markworth, J. F., Figueiredo, V. C., Egner, I. M., Shield, A., Cameron-Smith, D., Coombes, J. S., & Peake, J. M. (2015). Post-exercise cold water immersion attenuates acute anabolic signalling and long-term adaptations in muscle to strength training. Journal of Physiology, 593(18), 4285–4301. https://doi.org/10.1113/JP270570 Bleakley, C. M., McDonough, S. M., & MacAuley, D. C. (2004). The use of ice in the treatment of acute soft-tissue injury: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials. American Journal of Sports Medicine, 32(1), 251–261. https://doi.org/10.1177/0363546503260757 Leeder, J., Gissane, C., van Someren, K., Gregson, W., & Howatson, G. (2012). Cold water immersion and recovery from strenuous exercise: A meta-analysis. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 46(4), 233–240. https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsports-2011-090061 White, G. E., & Wells, G. D. (2013). Cold-water immersion and other forms of cryotherapy: Physiological changes potentially affecting recovery from high-intensity exercise. Sports Medicine, 43(8), 695–706. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40279-013-0055-8 Kellmann, M., Bertollo, M., Bosquet, L., Brink, M., Coutts, A. J., Duffield, R., Erlacher, D., Halson, S. L., Hecksteden, A., Heidari, J., Kölling, S., Meyer, T., Mujika, I., Robazza, C., Skorski, S., Venter, R., & Beckmann, J. (2018). Recovery and performance in sport: Consensus statement. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 13(2), 240–245. https://doi.org/10.1123/ijspp.2017-0759 Inflammation, Pain, and Perceived Recovery Hohenauer, E., Taeymans, J., Baeyens, J. P., Clarys, P., & Clijsen, R. (2015). The effect of post-exercise cryotherapy on recovery characteristics: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PLoS ONE, 10(9), e0139028. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0139028 Costello, J. T., Culligan, K., Selfe, J., & Donnelly, A. E. (2012). Muscle, skin and core temperature after –110°C cold air and 8°C water treatment. PLoS ONE, 7(11), e48190. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0048190 Brown Adipose Tissue (BAT) – Human Imaging & Metabolism van Marken Lichtenbelt, W. D., Vanhommerig, J. W., Smulders, N. M., Drossaerts, J. M., Kemerink, G. J., Bouvy, N. D., Schrauwen, P., & Teule, G. J. (2009). Cold-activated brown adipose tissue in healthy men. New England Journal of Medicine, 360(15), 1500–1508. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa0808718 Virtanen, K. A., Lidell, M. E., Orava, J., Heglind, M., Westergren, R., Niemi, T., Taittonen, M., Laine, J., Savisto, N. J., Enerbäck, S., & Nuutila, P. (2009). Functional brown adipose tissue in healthy adults. New England Journal of Medicine, 360(15), 1518–1525. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa0808949 Betz, M. J., & Enerbäck, S. (2015). Human brown adipose tissue: What we have learned so far. Diabetes, 64(7), 2352–2360. https://doi.org/10.2337/db15-0146 Autonomic Nervous System, HRV, and Cold Exposure Mourot...
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    47 min
  • Your Brain On... Cheese

    Your Brain On... Cheese
    Jan 14 2026

    Around the start of 2026, a study sparked viral headlines claiming that cheese could reduce dementia risk.

    But... nutrition science almost never works like this. One study can't "prove" a food is protective or harmful, and viral health claims often miss the most important details of research: how the data was gathered, what was actually measured, what variables were controlled for, and what it means in real life.

    In this episode, we unpack what the 'viral cheese study' (PMID: 41406402) actually found, what it DOESN'T mean, and why critical thinking around nutrition headlines matters more than ever.

    We discuss:

    • Why viral food headlines are so persuasive (and so often misleading)

    • What the cheese study REALLY reported

    • The difference between correlation and causation in nutrition research

    • Why long-term dietary recall data can be unreliable

    • How bias (including our personal food preferences) shapes interpretation of research

    • What "show me the data" really means in a world of clickbait science

    • How to interpret food and brain health studies without falling into extremes

    We also speak to Emily Sonestedt, research group leader and associate professor at Lund University, and one of the authors of the viral study.

    "Your Brain On..." is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai.

    SUPPORTED BY: the 2026 NEURO World Retreat. A 5-day journey through science, nature, and community, on the California coastline: https://www.neuroworldretreat.com/

    'Your Brain On... Cheese' • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 6

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    LINKS

    The study, 'High- and Low-Fat Dairy Consumption and Long-Term Risk of Dementia: Evidence From a 25-Year Prospective Cohort Study': https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41406402/

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    43 min
  • Your Brain On... Chemotherapy

    Your Brain On... Chemotherapy
    Dec 4 2025

    Chemotherapy saves lives. But for millions, it also comes with side effects of cognitive fog, memory lapses, slowed thinking, and emotional flattening.

    In the past, 'chemo brain' has sometimes been dismissed as anecdotal. But, as science has evolved, we've come to understand the very real shifts in attention, memory, processing speed, and emotional regulation underpinning the impairment.

    In this episode, we break down what's happening in the brain during treatment, why these changes arise, and how healthier lifestyle choices can support our recovery.

    In this episode, we explore:

    • What 'chemo brain' really is (and why chemotherapy itself isn't the only thing contributing to it)
    • How inflammation, hormonal shifts, anesthesia, sleep disruption, and chronic stress impact cognition during cancer
    • The latest research on structural and functional brain changes during treatment
    • Why many cognitive effects are temporary (and how neuroplasticity supports recovery)
    • How cognitive fog intersects with identity loss and grief
    • The role of nutrition in supporting clarity, energy, memory, and mood during chemotherapy
    • How to navigate food fears, misinformation, and "miracle cancer diets"
    • The importance of gentle movement, sleep consistency, and stress management
    • How patients can advocate for themselves (including tips on what to discuss with their care team)

    Bringing their perspectives and expertise to this episode are two wonderful guests:

    • DR. LIZ O'RIORDAN: retired breast surgeon, author, and three-time breast cancer survivor, whose personal and clinical experience offers a rare, deeply human insight into cancer-related cognitive change.
    • NICHOLE ANDREWS, RDN: oncology dietitian, educator, and advocate for evidence-based, fear-free nutrition during and after cancer treatment.

    "Your Brain On..." is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai.

    SUPPORTED BY: the 2026 NEURO World Retreat. A 5-day journey through science, nature, and community, on the California coastline: https://www.neuroworldretreat.com/

    'Your Brain On... Parkinson's' • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 5

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    LINKS

    Dr. Liz O'Riordan:
    Website: https://liz.oriordan.co.uk/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oriordanliz/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_t0jGeR8M4vCPSb68itjRQ

    Nichole Andrews, RDN:
    Website: https://theoncologydietitian.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oncology.nutrition.rd/

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    42 min
  • Your Brain On... Parkinson's (2025)

    Your Brain On... Parkinson's (2025)
    Nov 26 2025
    From 18th century London to the promise of a global cure: the 200-year history of Parkinson's disease. To mark the release of our 'Ask the MD' conversation with The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, and to welcome a new influx of listeners, we're sharing one of our very first episodes, first aired in August 2024. Watch our full 'Ask the MD' interview, focused on lifestyle strategies for boosting brain health, on the foundation's website: https://www.michaeljfox.org/news/lifestyle-strategies-boost-brain-health-ask-md-video Parkinson's, a neurodegenerative disorder most commonly characterized by tremors and other motor symptoms, is so complex, many medical professionals are starting to classify it as a group of diseases, rather than a single disease. In this episode, we explain those complexities, including: • The motor symptoms (e.g. cogwheel rigidity, bradykinesia) and non-motor symptoms (e.g. depression, sleep disorders) • How the industrial revolution may have brought about environmental factors which contribute to Parkinson's • The differences and similarities between Parkinson's and other neurodegenerative diseases, like Alzheimer's • How Parkinson's manifests in our brains • Why one nurse was able to detect Parkinson's through smell • The neurogenetics of Parkinson's, and the ethical quandaries of evolving genetic technology • Why lifestyle — nutrition, exercise, etc. — is so key to preventing and managing Parkinson's Joining us for this extensive conversation are three incredible guests: • Dr. Rachel Dolhun, Senior Vice President of Medical Communications at The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research • Dr. Michael Okun, evolutionary biologist, movement disorders specialist, and Director of the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases • Dr. Matthew Farrer, neurogenetics expert and Professor Of Neurology at the University of Florida 'Your Brain On' is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Ayesha and Dean Sherzai. SUPPORTED BY: the 2026 NEURO World Retreat. A 5-day journey through science, nature, and community, on the California coastline: https://www.neuroworldretreat.com/ 'Your Brain On... Parkinson's' • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 4 (SEASON 3 REUPLOAD) ————— LINKS Dr. Rachel Dolhun: At the Michael J. Fox Foundation: https://www.michaeljfox.org/bio/rachel-dolhun-md-dipablm 'Ask the MD' series: https://www.michaeljfox.org/ask-md The Michael J. Fox Foundation on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@michaeljfoxfoundation/videos Dr. Michael Okun: At the University of Florida: https://neurology.ufl.edu/profile/okun-michael/ The book 'Ending Parkinson's Disease': https://endingpd.org/ The Norman Fixel Institute: https://fixel.ufhealth.org/ Dr. Matthew Farrer: At the University of Florida: https://neurology.ufl.edu/profile/farrer-matthew/ ————— References: Bloem, B. R., Okun, M. S., & Klein, C. (2021). Parkinson's disease. The Lancet, 397(10291), 2284-2303. Morris, H. R., Spillantini, M. G., Sue, C. M., & Williams-Gray, C. H. (2024). The pathogenesis of Parkinson's disease. The Lancet, 403(10423), 293-304. Dorsey, E., Sherer, T., Okun, M. S., & Bloem, B. R. (2018). The emerging evidence of the Parkinson pandemic. Journal of Parkinson's disease, 8(s1), S3-S8. Dorsey, E. R., Okun, M. S., & Tanner, C. M. (2021). Bad Air and Parkinson Disease—The Fog May Be Lifting. JAMA neurology, 78(7), 793-795. Tsalenchuk, M., Gentleman, S. M., & Marzi, S. J. (2023). Linking environmental risk factors with epigenetic mechanisms in Parkinson's disease. npj Parkinson's Disease, 9(1), 123. Reynoso, A., Torricelli, R., Jacobs, B. M., Shi, J., Aslibekyan, S., Norcliffe‐Kaufmann, L., ... & Heilbron, K. (2024). Gene–Environment Interactions for Parkinson's Disease. Annals of Neurology, 95(4), 677-687. Golsorkhi, M., Sherzai, A., & Dashtipour, K. The Influence of Lifestyle on Parkinson's Disease Management. In Lifestyle Medicine, Fourth Edition (pp. 919-924). CRC Press. Sherzai, A. Z., Tagliati, M., Park, K., Pezeshkian, S., & Sherzai, D. (2016). Micronutrients and risk of Parkinson's disease: a systematic review. Gerontology and geriatric medicine, 2, 2333721416644286. ————— FOLLOW US Join NEURO Instagram: @thebraindocs Website: TheBrainDocs.com More info and episodes: TheBrainDocs.com/Podcast
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    1 h et 17 min
  • Your Brain On... Eating Meat

    Your Brain On... Eating Meat
    Nov 5 2025

    Carnivorous diets have been woven into our history for millennia, but, with nutrition science advancing at an unprecedented pace over the past century... do we really still need to be eating meat?

    We live in a time of rising chronic disease, new longevity research, and a growing awareness of how our food choices shape our brain and our planet.

    We're also constantly exposed to 'nutrition tribalism': social media communicators and influencers building identities (and livelihoods) around polarizing dietary debates.

    It's a lot to navigate. So, we're cutting straight to the data in this episode.

    Plus: we're pulling on the work and research we've done in many different communities to explore how going plant-based can be as much a cultural or logistical hurdle as a health-driven or ethics-based choice.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Whether protein deficiency is a realistic concern

    • Protein myths: plant vs. animal

    • What the actual protein science says (and why most Americans already get more than enough)

    • The role of saturated fat, fiber, and the microbiome

    • Processed vs. unprocessed meat — what matters most

    • How identity, culture, and family can make going plant-based challenging

    • How cooking method changes risk (yes, barbecue lovers… we go there)

    • Meat alternatives: healthful option or "ultra-processed trap"?

    • Practical, non-judgmental guidance for plant-forward or omnivorous eaters

    To give this divisive matter the nuance it deserves, we welcome three of the most authoritative voices in this space:

    DR. CHRISTOPHER GARDNER: the Stanford nutrition scientist behind landmark diet trials (including DIETFITS).

    DR. ADRIAN CHAVEZ: a nutrition researcher, educator, and consultant, who previously joined us for 'Your Brain On... Supplements'.

    DR. MATTHEW NAGRA: a nutritionist and science communicator, who you might remember from 'Your Brain On... Protein'.

    This is... Your Brain On Eating Meat.

    SUPPORTED BY: the 2026 NEURO World Retreat. A 5-day journey through science, nature, and community, on the California coastline: https://www.neuroworldretreat.com/

    'Your Brain On' is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Ayesha and Dean Sherzai.

    'Your Brain On... Eating Meat' • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 3

    LINKS

    Dr. Christopher Gardner

    Dr. Christopher Gardner at Stanford: https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/christopher-gardner

    Dr. Christopher Gardner on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgardnerphd

    Dr. Adrian Chavez

    Dr. Adrian Chavez on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.adrian.chavez

    Dr. Adrian Chavez's website: https://www.dradrianchavez.com/

    Dr. Adrian Chavez's Podcast: https://www.thenutritionsciencepodcast.com/

    Dr. Matt Nagra

    Dr. Matt Nagra on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.matthewnagra

    Dr. Matt Nagra's website: https://drmatthewnagra.com/

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    1 h et 59 min
  • Your Brain On... Nutrition (with Dr. Walter Willett)

    Your Brain On... Nutrition (with Dr. Walter Willett)
    Oct 29 2025

    Everyone eats. It's the one thing we all have in common. And yet, nutrition has become one of the most confusing, divisive, and misunderstood sciences in modern life.

    Low-fat. High-fat. Keto. Vegan. Paleo. Superfoods. For every study, there's a headline that seems to say the opposite.

    In this episode, we turn to one of the most trusted voices in nutrition research to cut through the noise: Dr. Walter Willett, MD, DrPH.

    Dr. Willett, Professor of Epidemiology and Nutrition at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, has spent more than four decades studying how what we eat affects our health, longevity, and brain function. His work has helped reshape dietary guidelines around the world, replacing fear and fads with clarity and evidence.

    Together, we unpack what the science really says about diet and the brain: how food choices shape inflammation, cognition, and long-term disease risk, and what practical lessons decades of data can teach us about eating for life and longevity.

    In this conversation, we discuss:

    • How nutrition became so confusing (and what the data actually shows)
    • Why the quality of fat matters more than the amount
    • How refined carbohydrates fuel inflammation, insulin resistance, and brain fog
    • The power of fiber and the microbiome for mood and memory
    • Why plant-based proteins come out ahead for health and sustainability
    • How global dietary guidelines are changing (and what's still misunderstood)
    • The intersection of nutrition, planetary health, and human wellbeing

    Dr. Walter Willett has authored over 2,000 scientific papers and several landmark books, including 'Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy'.

    This is... Your Brain On Nutrition.

    SUPPORTED BY: the 2026 NEURO World Retreat. A 5-day journey through science, nature, and community, on the California coastline: https://www.neuroworldretreat.com/

    'Your Brain On' is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Ayesha and Dean Sherzai.

    'Your Brain On... Nutrition' • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 2

    LINKS

    Dr. Walter Willett at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health: https://hsph.harvard.edu/profile/walter-c-willett/

    Dr. Willett's book, 'Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy': https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5579.Eat_Drink_and_Be_Healthy

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    42 min
  • Your Brain On... Autism

    Your Brain On... Autism
    Oct 22 2025
    Autism isn't new, but our understanding of it has changed dramatically. It's now recognized as a broad neurodevelopmental spectrum that shapes how millions of people perceive, process, and interact with the world. In this episode, we explore what autism is AND isn't, from its earliest signs in infancy to its deep genetic roots, and why misinformation about it continues to spread. We speak with three remarkable experts leading the field in early detection, genetics, and public education: DR. AMI KLIN, PhD, Director of the Marcus Autism Center at Emory University and a pioneer in early autism research, whose work shows autism can be identified in babies as young as two months old. DR. JOSEPH BUXBAUM, PhD, Director of the Seaver Autism Center at Mount Sinai and a global leader in autism genetics, uncovering hundreds of genes linked to the condition. DR. ANDREA LOVE, immunologist, microbiologist, and founder of ImmunoLogic, known for her clear, evidence-based communication about vaccines, immunity, and autism myths. Together, we discuss: • What autism really is, and how the definitions have evolved • How it develops in infancy (and why early diagnosis can be so critical) • The powerful genetic evidence behind autism • The persistence of vaccine myths, and how misinformation spreads • How technology like eye-tracking can detect autism early • The rise of "profound autism" and what it means for families • The future of genetics-based treatments and therapy Whether you're autistic yourself, a parent navigating a new diagnosis, or simply seeking understanding, we're thrilled to share this extensive, in-depth episode with you. This is... Your Brain On Autism. SUPPORTED BY: the 2026 NEURO World Retreat. A 5-day journey through science, nature, and community, on the California coastline: https://www.neuroworldretreat.com/ 'Your Brain On' is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Ayesha and Dean Sherzai. 'Your Brain On... Autism' • SEASON 6 • EPISODE 1 LINKS Dr. Ami Klin at Emory University: https://ctsn.emory.edu/faculty/klin-ami.html Dr. Ami Klin at Marcus Autism Center: https://www.marcus.org/about-marcus-autism-center/meet-our-leadership/ami-klin Dr. Joseph Buxbaum at Mount Sinai: https://profiles.icahn.mssm.edu/joseph-d-buxbaum Dr. Andrea Love's website: https://www.immunologic.org/ Dr. Andrea Love on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.andrealove REFERENCES Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Review. JAMA, 2023. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2800182 Is There a Bias Towards Males in the Diagnosis of Autism? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11065-023-09630-2 Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy and Children's Risk of Autism, ADHD, and Intellectual Disability. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38592388/ Eye-Tracking–Based Measurement of Social Visual Engagement Compared With Expert Clinical Diagnosis of Autism. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2808996 Rare coding variation provides insight into the genetic architecture and phenotypic context of autism. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41588-022-01104-0 Rare coding variation illuminates the allelic architecture, risk genes, cellular expression patterns, and phenotypic context of autism. https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.12.20.21267194v1 Andrew Wakefield and the fabricated history of the alleged vaccine-autism link. https://geneticliteracyproject.org/2024/04/29/andrew-wakefield-and-the-fabricated-history-of-the-alleged-vaccine-autism-link/ VACCINES & AUTISM 1. Major Cohort Studies Hviid et al., 2019 – Annals of Internal Medicine A nationwide study of 657,461 Danish children found no increased risk of autism in vaccinated children compared to unvaccinated peers — even among those with risk factors such as a sibling with autism. Ann Intern Med. 2019;170(8):513–520 Madsen et al., 2002 – New England Journal of Medicine In 537,303 Danish children, researchers found no difference in autism rates between vaccinated and unvaccinated groups, and no relationship with age, timing, or date of vaccination. NEJM. 2002;347:1477–1482 Jain et al., 2015 – Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) A U.S. cohort of 95,727 children — including those with siblings with autism — showed no link between MMR vaccination and autism risk, even in genetically predisposed children. JAMA. 2015;313(15):1534–1540 Madsen et al., 2003 – JAMA A study of 467,450 Danish children found no relationship between thimerosal-containing vaccines and autism. JAMA. 2003;290(13):1763–1766 DeStefano et al., 2022 – Vaccine A retrospective cohort of over 500,000 U.S. children with ASD found no increase in adverse events or worsening of autism-related symptoms following vaccination. Vaccine. 2022;40(16):2391–2398 2. Population-Level Epidemiologic Evidence Taylor et al., 1999 – The Lancet One of the earliest large ...
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    1 h et 53 min
  • Your Brain On... Diabetes

    Your Brain On... Diabetes
    Jul 23 2025

    Behind the staggering statistics on global diabetes prevalence are millions of individuals with different stories, struggles, and solutions.

    In this episode, we explore how diabetes affects your brain, body, and cognition, and how it can be prevented, managed, and (in many cases) reversed.

    We share some powerful personal stories from the clinic, bust some persistent food myths, and learn why diabetes is as much a neurological emergency as a metabolic one.

    Plus, we speak to three leading experts who are changing the way we treat diabetes:

    BRENDA DAVIS, RD: renowned dietitian and global authority on plant-based nutrition.

    DR. MICHELLE MCMACKEN, MD: Executive Director of Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals, Associate Professor at NYU, and public health leader.

    DR. THEODORE FRIEDMAN: Professor and Chair of Internal Medicine at Charles Drew University.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • The difference between Type 1, Type 2, and prediabetes
    • How diabetes can contribute to cognitive decline
    • The role of lipotoxicity and intramuscular fat in insulin resistance
    • Why "cutting carbs" isn't the full story (and how to focus on food quality)
    • How public health systems are evolving to make prevention accessible and equitable
    • The real science behind CGMs (and why glucose spikes shouldn't cause a panic)
    • How new drugs like Ozempic can support (but not replace) lifestyle change

    This is... Your Brain On Diabetes.

    SUPPORTED BY: NEURO World. Help your brain thrive, now and into the future: https://neuro.world/

    'Your Brain On' is hosted by neurologists, scientists, and public health advocates Ayesha and Dean Sherzai.

    'Your Brain On... Diabetes' • SEASON 5 • EPISODE 10 [FINALE]

    Season 6, coming soon!

    LINKS

    Brenda Davis' website: https://brendadavisrd.com/

    Dr. McMacken at NYC Health: https://med.nyu.edu/faculty/michelle-mcmacken

    Dr. Theodore Friedman at CDU: https://www.cdrewu.edu/directory/friedman-md-phd-theodore/
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    1 h et 54 min