320 - How to Avoid Dementia and Alleviate Depression with Alexandra & Jason

"You’ve also probably heard that playing an instrument helps your brain. And they did this study with twins. One twin played an instrument, and one twin didn’t. And the twin who played an instrument had a 64% lower likelihood of developing dementia. If you just remove your cataracts, you immediately improve your chances of not getting dementia by 30%." -Alexandra Paul

“So, I want to introduce a food that is not prevalent yet in Western culture. And it’s one of the most incredible foods that has been growing in the Caribbean and tropical areas of Africa. It’s called…” -Jason Wrobel

What if the key to a sharper mind and better mood was hidden in your daily routine? In this episode, Alexandra and Jason explore powerful ways to prevent dementia and ease depression. From brain-boosting foods like mushrooms and the surprising benefits of exercise and a little-known fruit, you’ll discover simple habits that make a big impact. Jason also shares foraging tips and a quiet kitchen hack to reduce noise pollution. Whether you’re protecting your brain or lifting your mood, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

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What we discuss in this episode:

• Can glyphosate contaminate organic foods?

• Exercise and lowering the risk of dementia.

• Building neural pathways to support brain health.

• Jason’s tips for cooking mushrooms to enhance flavor and nutrition.

• The benefits of turmeric, how to unlock its full potential, and Jason’s favorite turmeric-infused beverage.

• The connection between green tea and brain health.

• One of Jason’s favorite protein sources.

• A common fruit linked to lower rates of depression.

Resources:

• F. prausnitzii potentially modulates the association between citrus intake and depression | Microbiome | Full Text

• Benefits of curcumin in brain disorders - PubMed

• Green tea effects on cognition, mood and human brain function: A systematic review - PubMed

• Moderate-to-Vigorous Physical Activity at any Dose Reduces All-Cause Dementia Risk Regardless of Frailty Status

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