What are the most important things you can do to reduce the risk of dementia and keep your brain healthy as you grow older? Neuropsychologist Vonetta Dotson, PhD, talks about what a healthy brain looks like; why you’re never too young – or old – to think about brain health; why physical activity, mental activity, and social engagement are all key; the relati ... Show More
Nov 19
When sounds are unbearable: Understanding misophonia, with Heather Hansen, PhD
For people with misophonia, certain sounds – like chewing, coughing or pen clicking – can trigger strong emotional reactions including anxiety, disgust and rage. Heather Hansen, PhD, director of the Misophonia Research Network, talks about scientists’ evolving understanding of mi ... Show More
36m 35s
Nov 12
Navigating the mental health impact of GLP-1s, with Rachel Goldman, PhD
Over the past several years, the rise of GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy has changed the conversation around weight and obesity in the U.S. Rachel Goldman, PhD, talks about how GLP-1s work; the effects they can have on mental health; what questions to ask if you’re conside ... Show More
37m 21s
Nov 5
Why humblebragging is never a good idea, with Övül Sezer, PhD
We all want to be liked and respected. But sometimes, our intuitions about how to make a good impression lead us astray. Övül Sezer, PhD, talks about common mistakes, including humblebragging and hiding our accomplishments; whether the rules of making a good impression are differ ... Show More
43m 3s
Sep 7
3729: Why Better Brain Health Matters At Every Age by Dr. Jenny Brockis on Stress Management and Continuous Learning
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3729: Dr. Jenny Brockis explains why brain health is vital at every stage of life, not just in old age. She highlights how ... Show More
10m 34s
Feb 2025
How To Protect & Enhance Your Brain Health: The Simple Daily Habits That Can Transform Your Mental Performance with Louisa Nicola #522
Do you think that it’s inevitable that the function of your brain will decline as you get older? Or, do you believe that there are simple things you can do each day to preserve, protect and enhance it?
Today’s guest is neurophysiologist and brain health researcher, Louisa Nicol ... Show More
2h 10m
May 2025
How To Future-Proof Your Brain: Simple Daily Practices to Improve Focus, Energy, Memory, Mood & Emotional Wellbeing with Dr Daniel Amen #555
What if the health of your brain determined the health of every other part of your life – your body, your relationships, even your sense of purpose? Today’s guest firmly believes that it does. Dr Daniel Amen is a child and adult psychiatrist, who is on a mission to end mental ill ... Show More
1h 32m
Jul 2025
Sharper, Stronger, Smarter: Build a Better Brain at Any Age
Not long ago, conditions like Alzheimer’s were rare, but today, nearly one in two people over 80 are diagnosed with it. In contrast, in places like the Amazon, dementia affects only about one in a hundred—highlighting how modern lifestyle plays a major role in brain health. The b ... Show More
52m 11s
Sep 2024
Preventing and Reversing Dementia and Alzheimer’s: Redefining Cognitive Health with Dr. Dale Bredesen
In this episode of the HEAL with Kelly podcast, I am joined by Dr. Dale Bredesen, a globally recognized expert in neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer's. Dr. Bredesen, who has revolutionized the field with research that suggests Alzheimer’s is not only preventable b ... Show More
1h 2m
Mar 2024
Your Brain On... Alzheimer's
<p dir="ltr">How does Alzheimer's alter the brain, and how do we create a future without the disease?</p> <p dir="ltr">Alzheimer's, the most common form of dementia, threatens to single-handedly collapse our healthcare systems. But our knowledge of how to prevent it is stronger t ... Show More
1 h