Can We Prevent and Even Reverse Alzheimer's and Dementia?

Are you or someone you love grappling with the fear that aging inevitably means losing mental sharpness or possibly developing Alzheimer's? It's a concern that looms large as we age, particularly as we think about maintaining not just body health but also the health of our minds. In today's episode of the Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition podcast, we dive deep into emerging strategies that defy the old narrative of inevitable cognitive decline. With insights from leading experts, we explore the transformative approaches that are reshaping our understanding of neurodegenerative diseases. Whether you're looking to safeguard your own mental acuity as you age or seeking solace and solutions for a loved one, this discussion is a beacon of hope and action. In This Episode: 00:47 Welcome to Dr. Jocker's Functional Nutrition Podcast 03:37 Introducing Dr. Heather Sandison 06:56 Discussion on Reversing Alzheimer's and Dementia 10:45 Clinical Trial Insights and Results 14:47 Challenges and Success Stories in Patient Compliance 26:04 Lifestyle Interventions for Brain Health 29:58 The Importance of Deep Sleep and REM Sleep 30:51 Strategies for Better Sleep 33:40 The Role of Nutrition in Brain Health 34:31 Exercise and Cognitive Engagement 38:54 Stress Management and Meditation 42:51 Supplements and Personalized Approaches 48:42 Introducing the Book: Reversing Alzheimer's 51:29 Final Thoughts and Encouragement This podcast is sponsored by ShopC60.com. C60 is a powerful, Nobel Prize-winning antioxidant, that helps to optimize mitochondrial function, fights inflammation, and neutralizes toxic free radicals! I'm a big fan of using C60 in conjunction with your keto and intermittent fasting lifestyle to support your immune system, help your body detox, and increase energy and mental clarity. My favorite C60 products for Keto & IF lifestyles include C60 Purple Power in Organic MCT Coconut Oil (you can add this to your coffee) and their delicious Sugar-Free C60 Gummies (made with allulose and monk fruit)! If you are over the age of 40, and you'd like to kick fatigue and brain fog to the curb this year, visit shopc60.com and use the coupon code "JOCKERS" for 15% OFF and start taking back control over your health today! Have you heard of Paleovalley's amazing Turmeric Complex? It contains whole food and organic turmeric instead of just isolated curcumin. And we know that organic turmeric is way better, and one of the best things you can take to shut down inflammation in the body and support healthy blood flow and blood pressure. It also includes coconut oil and black pepper as its ingredients, which has been shown to improve the absorption of turmeric by 2000%! Plus, there's also organic ginger, rosemary, and cloves which synergize with the turmeric to help improve digestion and blood sugar. Paleovalley's Turmeric Complex also supports joint health, mental clarity, and improved brain function. You've just got to try this product. Visit paleovalley.com/jockers ! "Personalized lifestyle interventions hold a great promise to seeing real improvement with people with cognitive decline, dementia, Alzheimer's disease." -Dr. Heather Sandison Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio Resources: Visit https://shopc60.com/jockers – Use code "JOCKERS" to get 15% off! Paleovalley's Turmeric Complex - visit paleovalley.com/jockers Connect with Dr. Heather Sandison: Website - https://www.drheathersandison.com/ Connect with Dr. Jockers: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers Website – https://drjockers.com/ If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/