While we have a fairly clear idea of the fundamentals of maintaining and healthy body (regular exercise and proper nutrition), what we should do to maintain healthy brain functions is not as defined - particularly as we age. Alzheimer's and Dementia rates are rising while effective treatments remain elusive, so these diseases are a significant risk to our healthspan. In addition, we're increasingly inundated with ads for so called "nootropics" extolling their ability to enhance cognitive functions in healthy brains. This episode addresses these issues and surveys what the current brain research indicates we should believe and act upon.
