Neuro Experience

On today's solo episode....Neurodegeneration and brain aging affect millions worldwide, with numbers expected to triple by 2050. While pharmaceuticals offer limited solutions, lifestyle choices, especially exercise and diet, are vital for brain health. Study 1: Chronic Inflammation and Cognitive Performance The CARDIA study tracked inflammation in young adults and found chronic inflammation can impair midlife cognitive performance. Participants with high CRP levels were significantly more likely to have poor processing speed and executive function. Early management of inflammation is crucial for cognitive health. Study 2: Smoking and Cognitive Decline A Nature Communications study of 32,000 adults revealed smoking accelerates cognitive decline by up to 85% over 10 years. Smokers who adopted healthy behaviors like exercise and socializing had cognitive decline rates similar to non-smokers, highlighting the importance of quitting smoking and healthy living. Study 3: Diets Rich in Omega-3s and Antioxidants A stu

Jeff Byers is the co-founder and CEO of Momentous, a wellness company offering the highest quality supplements and nutrition designed for everyday performance. Previously, Jeff was the founder of Amp Human, a high-performance wellness brand. In 2021, Jeff led a merger between Amp Human and Momentous, with both brands becoming one under the latter’s identity with the goal of providing a diverse, best-in-class product suite. Before his business career, Jeff attended the University of Southern California, where he was a two-time captain and a multiple-year starter for their championship football team. While playing, he graduated with his undergraduate degree in three years and proceeded to earn his master's in business administration before entering the NFL. He had a four-year career in the NFL, mostly for the Carolina Panthers. In today’s episode we cover: - The manufacturing process of supplements and the importance of third-party testing. - Misinformation and deceptive marketing in the supplement industr

Jeff Byers is the co-founder and CEO of Momentous, a wellness company offering  the highest quality supplements and nutrition designed for everyday performance.Previously, Jeff was the founder of Amp Human, a high-performance wellness brand. In 2021, Jeff led a merger between Amp Human and Momentous, with both brands becoming one under the latter’s identity with the goal of providing a diverse, best-in-class product suite. Before his business career, Jeff attended the University of Southern California, where he was a two-time captain and a multiple-year starter for their championship football team. While playing, he graduated with his undergraduate degree in three years and proceeded to earn his master's in business administration before entering the NFL. He had a four-year career in the NFL, mostly for the Carolina Panthers.In today’s episode we cover: The manufacturing process of supplements and the importance of third-party testing. Misinformation and deceptive marketing in the supplement industry. Mome

Alan Aragon is a nutrition researcher and educator with over 30 years of success in the field. He is known as one of the most influential figures in the fitness industry’s movement towards evidence-based information. His notable clients include Stone Cold Steve Austin, Derek Fisher, and Pete Sampras. He co-authored Nutrient Timing Revisited, the most-viewed article in the history of the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (JISSN). He also is the lead author of the ISSN Position Stand on Diets & Body Composition. Alan is the Chief Science Officer of the Nutritional Coaching Institute, and the founder and Editor-In-Chief of Alan Aragon’s Research Review (AARR), the original and longest-running research review publication in the fitness industry. Alan maintains a private practice designing programs for recreational & professional athletes — and of course regular people striving to be their best.In this episode, we cover: Key strategies for muscle hypertrophy and the importance of total dail

Dr. Nathan Bryan earned his undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from the University of Texas at Austin and his doctoral degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport where he was the recipient of the Dean’s Award for Excellence in Research. He pursued his post-doctoral training as a Kirschstein Fellow at Boston University School of Medicine in the Whitaker Cardiovascular Institute. After a two year post-doctoral fellowship, in 2006 Dr. Bryan was recruited to join faculty at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston by Ferid Murad, M.D., Ph.D., 1998 Nobel Laureate in Medicine or Physiology. During his nine years at UT, Dr. Bryan focused on drug discovery, screening natural product libraries for active compounds. His research led to over a dozen US and international patents. Notably, he was the first to describe nitrite and nitrate as essential nutrients for cardiovascular health and demonstrated an endocrine function of nitric oxide. He discovered

Dr. Nathan Bryan earned his undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from the University of Texas at Austin and his doctoral degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport where he was the recipient of the Dean’s Award for Excellence in Research. He pursued his post-doctoral training as a Kirschstein Fellow at Boston University School of Medicine in the Whitaker Cardiovascular Institute. After a two year post-doctoral fellowship, in 2006 Dr. Bryan was recruited to join faculty at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston by Ferid Murad, M.D., Ph.D., 1998 Nobel Laureate in Medicine or Physiology.During his nine years at UT, Dr. Bryan focused on drug discovery, screening natural product libraries for active compounds. His research led to over a dozen US and international patents. Notably, he was the first to describe nitrite and nitrate as essential nutrients for cardiovascular health and demonstrated an endocrine function of nitric oxide. He discovered co

Braydon Dymm, MD, is a board-certified neurologist and accomplished physician who specializes in cerebrovascular disease and stroke care. After graduating summa cum laude from the University of Detroit Mercy and earning his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine, he completed his neurology residency at Michigan Medicine. Dr. Dymm recently finished an advanced fellowship in cerebrovascular neurology at Duke University Hospital. He has made significant research contributions with publications in respected journals like Neurology and Stroke. Currently, Dr. Dymm serves as a neurohospitalist in the Department of Neurology at Charleston Area Medical Center. His passion for advancing stroke care and medical education has established him as an emerging leader in the field. In this episode, we cover: - The differences between ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, including causes and symptoms. - The critical of recognizing stroke symptoms quickly using the BFAST mnemonic. - Gender disparities

Braydon Dymm, MD, is a board-certified neurologist and accomplished physician who specializes in cerebrovascular disease and stroke care.After graduating summa cum laude from the University of Detroit Mercy and earning his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine, he completed his neurology residency at Michigan Medicine. Dr. Dymm recently finished an advanced fellowship in cerebrovascular neurology at Duke University Hospital. He has made significant research contributions with publications in respected journals like Neurology and Stroke. Currently, Dr. Dymm serves as a neurohospitalist in the Department of Neurology at Charleston Area Medical Center.His passion for advancing stroke care and medical education has established him as an emerging leader in the field. In this episode, we cover: The differences between ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, including causes and symptoms. The critical of recognizing stroke symptoms quickly using the BFAST mnemonic. Gender disparities in stroke i

Max Lugavere is a science journalist and New York Times bestselling author on a mission to help people feel better, live longer, and maximize their brain health by optimizing their diet.Sponsors: BioProtein Technology - Use code LOUISA to save 10% - https://www.bioproteintech.com/shop/biopro-plus-cortisleep ZocDoc- Use code NEURO -https://www.zocdoc.com/neuro On this episode, Max will speak about nutrition and dementia. With so many conflicting views on which nutrition route to take towards staving off Alzheimer's disease, there is too much confusion so Max provides a great overview of what route to take according to clinical data.Alzheimer's disease, one of the most dreaded conditions of old age, is unfortunately made even more of a burden by a gene called ApoE4. With two copies of this gene, you can double your risk of developing this devastating condition, proving that life isn't always fair. Even if you don't have the gene, aging still increases your chances, making it seem like no matter what you do

Ruari Fairbairns is the co-founder and CEO of One Year No Beer (OYNB), an initiative aimed at helping individuals reassess and transform their relationship with alcohol.Ruari started his career as an oil broker in London, where he experienced the detrimental effects of a heavy drinking culture. This personal struggle with alcohol led him to take a break from drinking, during which he experienced significant improvements in his health, productivity, and overall well-being. Motivated by these positive changes, he founded OYNB in 2015 to support others in making similar transformations.In this episode, we cover: The impact of alcohol on the brain and body, including its conversion to acetaldehyde. Study findings showing how even moderate alcohol consumption damages brain regions like the neocortex. Ruari Fairbairns' journey from ADHD and alcohol struggles to founding One Year No Beer. The role of meditation in behavior change and awareness creation. Managing social pressure and peer influence related to dri

Known as America's Holistic Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Anthony Youn, M.D. F.A.C.S is a nationally-recognized, board-certified plastic surgeon. His goal is to help health conscious men and women look and feel their best by teaching them a holistic approach to beauty.Sponsors for today’s episode: Momentous - Use code NEURO to get up to 32% off your first subscription order - https://www.livemomentous.com/ Apollo Neuro - Use code NICOLA15 and get $40 off - https://apolloneuro.com/NICOLA Recognized as a leader in his field, he is the author of the best-selling books “The Age Fix: A Leading Plastic Surgeon Reveals How To Really Look Ten Years Younger,” "In Stitches: A Memoir,” and “Playing God: The Evolution of a Modern Surgeon.”Dr. Youn also hosts the popular podcast The Holistic Plastic Surgery Show.In this episode, we explore: The five main causes of skin aging: nutrient depletion, collagen depletion, oxidation, chronic inflammation, and cellular waste accumulation. The role of collagen in maintaining youthful

Samuel Buckner, PhD, is an assistant professor of exercise science at the University of South Florida and director of the University of South Florida Muscle Laboratory. His research group's primary focus is on skeletal muscle adaptations to resistance exercise. In this episode, we explore: - Ideal workouts focusing on periodization and managing stress from resistance training. - The relationship between skeletal muscle mass, strength, and longevity for better health outcomes. - Insights from research on muscle hypertrophy and strength adaptation, including low load alternatives. - Effective training routines, emphasizing volume, frequency, and intensity for optimal results. - The impact of supervised versus unsupervised training on muscle growth and consistency. - The role of sleep and protein intake in muscle adaptation and recovery. - Myths and misinformation surrounding resistance training, particularly regarding high training volumes. - The importance of early physical activity and nutrition for lifelon

Samuel Buckner, PhD, is an assistant professor of exercise science at the University of South Florida and director of the University of South Florida Muscle Laboratory. His research group's primary focus is on skeletal muscle adaptations to resistance exercise.In this episode, we explore: Ideal workouts focusing on periodization and managing stress from resistance training. The relationship between skeletal muscle mass, strength, and longevity for better health outcomes. Insights from research on muscle hypertrophy and strength adaptation, including low load alternatives. Effective training routines, emphasizing volume, frequency, and intensity for optimal results. The impact of supervised versus unsupervised training on muscle growth and consistency. The role of sleep and protein intake in muscle adaptation and recovery. Myths and misinformation surrounding resistance training, particularly regarding high training volumes. The importance of early physical activity and nutrition for lifelong strength

Tom McCarthy is a CEO/Board Member of 8 companies, early stage investor in over 40 companies and worldwide philanthropist.After a successful career with a Wall Street firm, Tom found his true passion in the field of helping people in business, athletics and life, breakthrough their limitations and step into their full potential. Tom has been the peak performance coach for athletes who have won World Championships and Olympic Gold Medals.In the corporate world, Tom’s clients include Cisco Systems, Microsoft, Wells Fargo, Salesforce, MetLife and many others. He has also helped several CEOs and Executive Teams realize their dream of taking their companies public.In today’s episode, we explore: How to overcome limiting beliefs to catalyze peak personal and professional achievement. The science of goal manifestation and visualization  Strategies for reprogramming the subconscious to navigate and dismantle resistance. Case studies across athletics and business that illustrate the practical application of these

Bedros Keuilian is an American Entrepreneur and a believer in the American Dream. He and his family are immigrants who escaped communism and came to the United States to find freedom, opportunity and a better life. Today Bedros is a serial entrepreneur and investor in over a dozen industry leading brands and businesses. He’s the founder of Fit Body Boot Camp, three times listed in Inc Magazine as well as Entrepreneur Magazine’s 100 fastest growing franchise brands in the world. Bedros is the author of the Wall Street Journal Best Selling book Man Up – How To Cut The BS and Dominate In Business and In Life. In today’s episode we explore: - The impact of fitness on both mental and physical health - Launching a global fitness empire and the lessons learned in business expansion - The profit-driven motives of the healthcare industry overshadowing patient health and preventive care - Government policies affecting small businesses during the pandemic and alternative health narratives - The effects of modern gende

Bedros Keuilian is an American Entrepreneur and a believer in the American Dream. He and his family are immigrants who escaped communism and came to the United States to find freedom, opportunity and a better life. Today, Bedros is a serial entrepreneur and investor in over a dozen industry leading brands and businesses. He’s the founder of Fit Body Boot Camp, three times listed in Inc Magazine as well as Entrepreneur Magazine’s 100 fastest growing franchise brands in the world. Bedros is the author of the Wall Street Journal Best Selling book Man Up – How To Cut The BS and Dominate In Business and In Life.In today’s episode we explore: The impact of fitness on both mental and physical health Launching a global fitness empire and the lessons learned in business expansion The profit-driven motives of the healthcare industry overshadowing patient health and preventive care Government policies affecting small businesses during the pandemic and alternative health narratives The effects of modern gender role

Courtney is an Integrative Nutritionist (MS) and "real foodist" on a mission to change the way America eats. She received her masters of Science in Nutrition and Integrative Health from Maryland University of Integrative Health. On a mission to help people, Courtney built a following on social media where she posts daily about the real food and organic movement on her Instagram account - Realfoodology. She aims to educate on the dirty practices of the food industry and how to eat healthy, with real food! In this episode we cover: - The truth about micro plastics invading our bodies and new research linking them to heart disease - The lowdown on seed oils like canola and why they could be fueling chronic inflammation - Glyphosate - exposing the herbicide's presence in food and its potential links to cancer - The "olive oil mafia" and their shady oil blending tactics - Why your tap water may be toxic and the importance of seeking cleaner sources Studies/Findings referred to in the podcast: 1. Glyphosate u

Courtney Swan is an Integrative Nutritionist (MS) and "real foodist" on a mission to change the way America eats. She received her masters of Science in Nutrition and Integrative Health from Maryland University of Integrative Health. On a mission to help people, Courtney built a following on social media where she posts daily about the real food and organic movement on her Instagram account - Realfoodology. She aims to educate on the dirty practices of the food industry and how to eat healthy, with real food! In this episode we cover: The truth about microplastics invading our bodies and new research linking them to heart disease The lowdown on seed oils like canola and why they could be fueling chronic inflammation Glyphosate - exposing the herbicide's presence in food and its potential links to cancer The "olive oil mafia" and their shady oil blending tactics Why your tap water may be toxic and the importance of seeking cleaner sources Studies/Findings referred to in the podcast: Use of Glyphosate: h

Dr. Rena Malik is an accomplished urologist specializing in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (Urogynecology). She completed her medical schooling at New York University School of Medicine, followed by urologic residency at the University of Chicago and a fellowship at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Currently, she serves as an Associate Professor of Surgery in the Division of Urology and as the Director of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She is also actively involved in medical education through her YouTube channel, "Rena Malik, M.D.," which has amassed over 1.9 million subscribers. In this episode we cover: - Ways to boost testosterone naturally, and its broad impacts on health and vitality. - Common myths around sexual phenomena, clarifying their normalcy and health implications. - The role of health literacy and its importance in post-surgical care and overall health outcomes. - Causes of sexual dy

Dr. Rena Malik is an accomplished urologist specializing in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (Urogynecology). She completed her medical schooling at New York University School of Medicine, followed by urologic residency at the University of Chicago and a fellowship at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Currently, she serves as an Associate Professor of Surgery in the Division of Urology and as the Director of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.She is also actively involved in medical education through her YouTube channel, "Rena Malik, M.D.," which has amassed over 1.9 million subscribers.In this episode we cover:- Ways to boost testosterone naturally, and its broad impacts on health and vitality.- Common myths around sexual phenomena, clarifying their normalcy and health implications.- The role of health literacy and its importance in post-surgical care and overall health outcomes.- Causes of sexual dysfunction,