Mar 2018

24m 6s

Diet on Cognitive Function, Brain Optimi...

DAVID PUDER, M.D.

About this episode

What are the best diets for the brain and cognitive function?

How much does diet influence our sensorium?

What particular foods are important?

How do we change our genes to optimize our brain?

By listening to this episode, you can earn 0.5 Psychiatry CME Credits.

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