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The Empowering Neurologist Podcast

David Perlmutterpodcasters.spotify.com
The Empowering Neurologist is an interview series with some of the most exciting thought leaders in the field of health and wellness.
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Episodes

The Laws of Thought: What AI Reveals About the Human Brain with Tom Griffiths, PhD | E216

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 ==== Thank you to our sponsors: EVY - Go to https://www.optoceutics.com/perlmutter to get $200 off & free shipping (90 days risk-free). 3x4 Genetics - https://3x4genetics.com/DrPerlmutter for a special offer when you sign up to decode your genetics and get personalized, science-backed health recommendations. ==== Dr. Perlmutter’s groundbreaking new bo...

Jun 02, 202657 minEp. 216

Is Psychiatry Looking in the Wrong Place? A Radical Rethink of Brain Health with Dr. Daniel Amen | E215

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Thank you to our sponsors: EVY - https://www.optoceutics.com/perlmutter and the code perlmutter26 will be auto-applied to your order to get $200 off & free shipping (90 days risk-free). 3x4 Genetics - https://3x4genetics.com/DrPerlmutter for a special offer when you sign up to decode your genetics and get personalized, science-backed health recommenda...

May 12, 202651 minSeason 1Ep. 215

Rewiring Connection: How Friendship Shapes the Brain and Heals the Mind with Barnet Bain | E214

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Thank you to our sponsors: EVY - https://www.optoceutics.com/perlmutter and the code perlmutter26 will be auto-applied to your order to get $200 off & free shipping (90 days risk-free). 3x4 Genetics - https://3x4genetics.com/DrPerlmutter for a special offer when you sign up to decode your genetics and get personalized, science-backed health recommenda...

Apr 28, 20261 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 214

You’ve Been Pooping All Wrong (And It’s Affecting Your Brain) with Dr. Trischa Pasricha | E213

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Thank you to our sponsors: EVY - https://www.optoceutics.com/perlmutter and the code perlmutter26 will be auto-applied to your order to get $200 off & free shipping (90 days risk-free). 3x4 Genetics - https://3x4genetics.com/DrPerlmutter for a special offer when you sign up to decode your genetics and get personalized, science-backed health recommenda...

Apr 14, 20261 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 213

Psychedelic Therapy and Trauma A New Frontier in Mental Health with Dr. Will Van Derveer | E212

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Thank you to our sponsors: EVY - https://www.optoceutics.com/perlmutter and the code perlmutter26 will be auto-applied to your order to get $200 off & free shipping (90 days risk-free). 3x4 Genetics - https://3x4genetics.com/DrPerlmutter for a special offer when you sign up to decode your genetics and get personalized, science-backed health recommenda...

Mar 31, 20261 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 212

Carbs For Exercise? Let’s Challenge This Idea with Dr. Andrew Koutnik | E211

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Thank you to our sponsors: EVY - https://www.optoceutics.com/perlmutter and the code perlmutter26 will be auto-applied to your order to get $200 off & free shipping (90 days risk-free). Fresh Pressed Olive Oil - https://www.getfresh389.com For a complimentary bottle of one of the greatest olive oils I've ever discovered. 3x4 Genetics - http://3x4genet...

Mar 17, 20261 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 211

Why Exercise May Be More Powerful Than Any Alzheimer’s Drug with Dr. Majid Fotuhi | E210

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Thank you to our sponsors: EVY - https://www.optoceutics.com/perlmutter and the code perlmutter26 will be auto-applied to your order to get $200 off & free shipping (90 days risk-free). Fresh Pressed Olive Oil - https://www.getfresh389.com For a complimentary bottle of one of the greatest olive oils I've ever discovered. 3x4 Genetics - http://3x4genet...

Mar 03, 202658 min

Toxins Rewrite Your Genes (And Trigger Brain Disease) with Dr. Sarah Marzi | E209

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Thank you to our sponsors: EVY - https://www.optoceutics.com/perlmutter and the code perlmutter26 will be auto-applied to your order to get $200 off & free shipping (90 days risk-free). Fresh Pressed Olive Oil - https://www.getfresh389.com For a complimentary bottle of one of the greatest olive oils I've ever discovered. 3x4 Genetics - http://3x4genet...

Feb 17, 20261 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 209

Optimizing Fertility: What Actually Moves the Needle with Rachel Swanson | E208

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Thank you to our sponsors: EVY - https://www.optoceutics.com/perlmutter and the code perlmutter26 will be auto-applied to your order to get $200 off & free shipping (90 days risk-free). Fresh Pressed Olive Oil - https://www.getfresh389.com For a complimentary bottle of one of the greatest olive oils I've ever discovered. 3x4 Genetics - http://3x4genet...

Feb 03, 20261 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 208

Unlocking Immortality? Exploring The Bold New World of Gene Therapy with Elizabeth Parrish | E207

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Thank you to our sponsors: EVY - https://www.optoceutics.com/perlmutter and the code perlmutter26 will be auto-applied to your order to get $200 off & free shipping (90 days risk-free). Fresh Pressed Olive Oil - https://www.getfresh389.com For a complimentary bottle of one of the greatest olive oils I've ever discovered. 3x4 Genetics - http://3x4genet...

Jan 20, 20261 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 207

The Power of GLP-1 Agonists: Personalized Medicine for Weight Management - with Ashley Koff, RD | E206

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Thank you to our sponsors: EVY - https://www.optoceutics.com Use code perlmutter26 to save $200 & get free shipping on EVY (90 days risk-free). Fresh Pressed Olive Oil - https://www.getfresh389.com For a complimentary bottle of one of the greatest olive oils I've ever discovered. ==== Dr. Perlmutter’s groundbreaking new book, Brain Defenders, is now a...

Jan 06, 202657 minSeason 1Ep. 206

PTSD - The Powerfully Therapeutic Role of Hyperbaric Oxygen - with Dr. Mohammed Elamir | E205

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Today on The Empowering Neurologist podcast we are going to explore PTSD, post traumatic stress disorder, a pervasive issue that can be profoundly debilitating. PTSD is experienced by about 6% of the US population at some point in their lifetime and at any given time approximately 5% of American adults are living with this disorder. Certainly, we see high...

Jul 21, 202535 minSeason 1Ep. 205

"Parkinson’s is a Man Made Disease, But Reversal is Possible" - with Dr. Ray Dorsey | EP 204

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 In this compelling episode of The Empowering Neurologist, I sit down with Dr. Ray Dorsey, a leading voice in the world of neurology and author of the important new book, The Parkinson’s Plan. Dr. Dorsey is a passionate advocate for changing how we view and address Parkinson’s disease. His message is bold—and urgently needed: Parkinson’s is not simply a di...

Jul 07, 202557 minSeason 1Ep. 204

How a Flickering Light Holds Promise in Alzheimer’s Treatment and Prevention - with Dr. Mai Nguyen | EP 203

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 I’m thrilled to announce this exciting podcast episode featuring an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Mai Nguyen, CEO and Co-founder of OptoCeutics. Dr. Nguyen is a pioneering force in the field of neurotechnology, and in this episode, we unpack her revolutionary work using non-invasive light stimulation to enhance brain function and p...

Jun 23, 202529 minSeason 1Ep. 203

Unseen Toxins: What’s Harming Us in Air, Water, and Everyday Products - with Dr. Aly Cohen | EP202

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 In our modern world, we are surrounded by a staggering number of invisible threats. These chemicals and pollutants can silently undermine our immune systems, increase our risk for chronic illness, and sabotage our health at the cellular level. That’s why I’m especially excited to welcome Dr. Aly Cohen to this episode of The Empowering Neurologist. This co...

Jun 09, 20251 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 202

Science of Ketosis: Regain Your Metabolic Health & Age Backwards - with Dr. Dominic D’Agostino | EP 201

Dr. David Perlmutter and Dr. Dominic D'Agostino delve into the science of nutritional ketosis, highlighting its ability to enhance metabolic health, improve insulin sensitivity, and provide neuroprotective benefits for the brain. They discuss the extensive clinical research on ketogenic therapy, the epigenetic signaling of beta-hydroxybutyrate, and the therapeutic potential of compounds like allulose and MCT oil for overall well-being and longevity.

May 19, 202555 minSeason 1Ep. 201

The Fasting Mimicking Diet - A Powerful Tool for Treating Cancer - with Valter Longo | EP 200

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com . ✉️🌱 Cancer remains a formidable global challenge, with nearly one in six deaths worldwide attributed to the disease. Over 60% of patients undergoing conventional treatments experience severe side effects, highlighting the need for complementary therapies that enhance efficacy and reduce harm. Dr. Valter Longo, a leading figure in aging and nutritional scienc...

May 05, 202559 minEp. 200

The Gut-Brain Paradox: Secrets To Restoring Health - with Steven Gundry | EP 199

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Welcome back to The Empowering Neurologist! In this episode we have a truly fascinating conversation lined up with none other than Dr. Steven Gundry, a world-renowned heart surgeon-turned-functional medicine expert, whose work has transformed the way we understand diet, disease, and longevity. Dr. Gundry is no stranger to challenging conventional medical ...

Apr 21, 20251 hr 6 minEp. 199

The Science of Longevity: Separating Myths from Breakthroughs - with Dr. Darshan Shah | EP 198

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 We hear so much these days about various “biohacking” techniques that are purported to be helpful for us in terms of improving our health and even extending our lifespan. But I think it's really important that we unpack some of these ideas and get a good understanding as to what they involve and what we can expect if we were to engage them. We're going to...

Apr 07, 202556 minEp. 198

How to Make Your Brain Ageless: Prevent Cognitive Decline & Supercharge Your Mind - with Dale Bredesen | EP 197

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com The idea that we can live however we want and then rely on a magic treatment for cognitive issues is unrealistic and dangerous. The reality is that our daily choices profoundly impact our brain’s future, and once cognitive decline begins, there is no clear-cut pharmaceutical solution. I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Dale Bredesen, whose book The Ageless...

Mar 24, 20251 hr 9 minEp. 194

The Stress Paradox: How to Harness Pressure for a Stronger, Healthier Life - with Sharon Bergquist | EP 196

Dr. Sharon Bergquist discusses her book, "The Stress Paradox," highlighting how beneficial stress, or hormesis, is vital for a stronger, healthier life. She explains that brief, intermittent stressors like exercise, plant compounds, and thermal exposure activate cellular defenses, enhancing mitochondrial function and overall resilience. The episode delves into how these "good stresses" are critical for longevity and disease prevention, emphasizing lifestyle over medication for holistic health. Practical strategies for incorporating these beneficial challenges into daily life are also explored.

Mar 10, 20251 hr 1 minEp. 196

Yes, Stress Can Be Good: The Health Benefits of Doing Hard Things - with Jeff Krasno | EP 195

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com . ✉️🌱 We all want to live a stress-free life. But as it turns out, this may not necessarily be in our best interest having a low level of stress of various types turns out to be good for our physiology and can even help us recover from illness. When stress is implemented in this way, it is termed, other words, the upside of low-grade stress. That stress can be...

Feb 24, 20251 hr 21 minSeason 1Ep. 195

Is Lifting Weights the Best Dementia Prevention? Muscle’s Impact on Brain Health - with Dr. Austin Perlmutter | EP 194

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 We all know that exercise is good for the body and specifically, very good for the brain. In fact, exercise is the most important inroad to better brain health, better brain function, protecting the brain against decline, and even with respect to mood issues like depression. But it's reasonable to ask how in fact does this work? How is it that exercising ...

Feb 10, 20251 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 194

Treating Alzheimer’s with Light and Sound - with Christian Howell | EP 193

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱Over the last several decades, it’s been interesting to watch the progression of ideas for treating Alzheimer’s change from focusing on brain chemistry to targeting the accumulation of proteins in the brain associated with the disease. Recently, there’s been exciting interest in studying how the brain’s electrical circuits and rhythms change in Alzheimer’s...

Jan 20, 202550 min

Revolutionizing Mental Health: The Rise of Metabolic Psychiatry - with Dr. Georgia Ede | EP192

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 After decades of stagnation, the field of psychiatry is undergoing a transformative shift. For 75 years, mental health issues were largely viewed as “chemical imbalances” best treated with medications. While these medications have helped many, their efficacy is often limited, and they come with common side effects like fatigue, weight gain, and sexual dys...

Jan 06, 20251 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 192

Cancer Survivor: Resilience, Hope, & the Power of Integrative Medicine to Heal - with Dr. Jill Carnahan | E191

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Tune in to The Empowering Neurologist Podcast for an Inspiring Conversation with Dr. Jill Carnahan, Author of Unexpected I’ve just finished recording a very moving interview with Dr. Jill Carnahan—Functional Medicine expert, speaker, and author. This was an unforgettable conversation about her new book, Unexpected. Dr. Carnahan’s story is one of resilienc...

Dec 23, 202455 minSeason 1Ep. 191

Hyperbaric Medicine Revolution: Long COVID Relief & PTSD Discoveries - with Dr. Amir Hadanny | EP 190

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 What makes a good brain go bad? And if we can answer that question, how do we fix it? Of all the things that we consider that are important for brain cell function, the activity of the mitochondria is primary. And, what do mitochondria need to function at their best? The answer is not a supplement. It's not other forms of nutrients, it is oxygen. And as i...

Dec 09, 202450 minSeason 1Ep. 190

The Seed Oil Scandal: Exposing the Hidden Dangers in Your Diet - with Cate Shanahan, MD | EP 189

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 We are certainly all aware of the health consequences associated with consumption of ultra processed foods. And this discussion always moves to the role of the sugars and refined carbohydrates in these foods in terms of threatening our metabolic health - and rightfully so. But there’s another threat associated with these and other foods that is equally im...

Nov 25, 202458 minSeason 1Ep. 189

How Scents Can Improve Memory, Autism and Depression - with Dr. Michael Leon | EP 188

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 What can we do to improve our brains? This is clearly a topic that is central to our messaging. And we have focused on a variety of levers to pull, including exercise, sleep, dietary changes, nature, connection, etc. But we've now learned about a powerful input that has proven incredibly effective in improving brain function, especially in a variety patho...

Sep 09, 202438 minSeason 1Ep. 188

Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late, Improve Brain Health Through Physical Exercise - with Louisa Nicola | E187

🧠 Stay ahead with the latest in science, nutrition, and wellness by subscribing to Dr. Perlmutter’s newsletter at: www.drperlmutter.com. ✉️🌱 Our lifestyle choices are fundamental as it relates to the health of our brains. Who knew? Well one person who knows this information and has done an amazing job getting this out to public awareness is Louisa Nicola, neurophysiologist, human performance coach and founder of Neuro Athletics, a human performance coaching firm that supports the highest perfo...

Aug 19, 202438 minSeason 1Ep. 187
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