About this episode
In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, we explore the often-overlooked importance of brain health and how it directly impacts our quality of life with Dr. Austin Perlmutter. You’ll hear us discuss: Brain inflammation Brain-related conditions in women Detoxification and brain health Lifestyle choices supporting brain health Supplements for brain health Dr. Austin Perlmutter is a board-certified internal medicine physician, a New York Times bestselling author, and a published researcher. He is also a health investor and international educator dedicated to helping people improve their health by addressing the biological roots of "stuckness" in the brain and body. Currently, Dr. Perlmutter serves as the executive director and research lead at Big Bold Health. Labs Mentioned Computed tomography (CT) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) Positron emission tomography (PET) scan Spinal tap Hemoglobin A1c testing Quinolinic acid testing Kynurenic acid (KYNA) testing C-reactive protein testing Tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α) Interleukin 6 testing Guest Details: Dr. Austin Perlmutter’s Website Dr. Austin Perlmutter on LinkedIn Dr. Austin Perlmutter on YouTube Dr. Austin Perlmutter’s Books Big Bold Health Website Get The STUCK Out Podcast Rupa Health Details: Rupa Health's Website Rupa Health Reference Guide Dr. Carrie Jones on LinkedIn Timestamps 03:01 - The overlooked factor to overall well-being 08:40- How everyday decisions shape brain health 19:04 - Harness your mind’s immune power 29:31 - Diagnosing brain inflammation 34:19 - The role of quinolinic acid 37:40 - How sleep clears metabolic waste 40:41 - Estrogen, menopause, and brain health 44:05 - Practical tips to empower your brain health 53:12 - Where can you find Dr. Austin Perlmutter?