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In this episode of Ask a Nutritionist, registered dietitian Britni Vincent explains why zinc is essential for everything from immune strength and skin health to digestion, hormones, and even mood. You'll learn surprising signs of deficiency - like white spots on nails, poor wound ... Show More

Struggling with disruptive diarrhea? In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, our dietitians Melanie Beasley and Britni Vincent dive into the real food solutions that can help improve your gut health and restore your confidence. From the roles of gluten and dairy to sugar, medica ... Show More

Do smoothies destroy fiber and nutrients, or are they a healthy way to get more fruits and vegetables? In this Ask a Nutritionist episode, registered and licensed dietitian Alyssa Krejci explains whether blending breaks down fiber, how smoothies compare to juicing, and what oxida ... Show More

Until recently, breakthroughs in treating Alzheimer’s disease were non-existent. But two new drugs have shown promise in moderately slowing memory and thinking problems for people with early-stage disease. While welcoming the idea of a ‘new era’ for treating Alzheimer’s disease, ... Show More

Links: Go to episode page (with episode resources) Subscribe to PREMIUM Get the Sigma email newsletter See Sigma's recommended resources About This Episode: Alzheimer’s disease has a profound impact on individuals, families, and societies worldwide. As a progressive neurodegenera ... Show More

Does Alzheimer's disease disproportionately affect women? In this episode of TED Health, author and health advocate Maria Shriver joins our host Shoshana in a conversation that delves into the gender-based factors of Alzheimer's, the shift in society's narrative around the diseas ... Show More

Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating neurodegenerative condition that affects the entire family. As psychiatrists and psychologists, we often support these patients and their families throughout this entire disease process. With the recent and controversial FDA approval of aducan ... Show More

Alzheimer's doesn't have to be your brain's destiny, says neuroscientist and author of "Still Alice," Lisa Genova. She shares the latest science investigating the disease -- and some promising research on what each of us can do to build an Alzheimer's-resistant brain. Hosted on A ... Show More

Why is diet considered one of the most potent tools in protecting the brain against Alzheimer’s disease? Even though we’ve made enormous strides in Alzheimer’s diagnosis and treatment over the years, your diet is still one of the major keys when it comes to prevention. And for go ... Show More

Amanda Grant Smith is a geriatric psychiatrist with decades of experience treating patients with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. In this episode, Amanda shares how she developed a passion for geriatric psychiatry as a means to support dementia patients. She explains how to reco ... Show More

View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter’s Weekly Newsletter Rhonda Patrick, Ph.D., is a scientist with expertise in the areas of aging, cancer, and nutrition who translates complex scientific topics into acti ... Show More

You are not powerless in the face of this staggeringly common disease. This episode features audio from Pesticides (DDT) and Alzheimer’s Disease, How to Prevent Alzheimer’s with Diet, and Reducing Glycotoxin Intake to Prevent Alzheimer’s. Visit the video pages for all sources and ... Show More

If you think you really understand Alzheimer's, think again! Alzheimer’s is scary to witness up close and personal and even scarier when you consider that anyone who’s had Covid-19 is at an increased risk for developing Alzheimer’s! An astounding 45 million people currently livin ... Show More