Reversing Alzheimer’s - The New Toolkit to Improve Cognition & Protect Brain Health

What if nearly half of dementia cases could be prevented by addressing modifiable risk factors years before symptoms appear? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Heather Sandison, a Naturopathic Doctor and Founder of Solcere Health Clinic, to explore the emerging paradigm of Alzheimer's prevention and cognitive recovery, and why brain health may be far more modifiable than we once believed. Together, we discuss how cognitive decline can begin long before noticeable symptoms, and how lifestyle, nutrition, metabolic health, exercise, gut health, sleep, and mindset can influence the trajectory of brain aging. Dr. Sandison also explores different dietary approaches, including ketogenic and plant-based strategies, and the importance of identifying underlying contributors such as sleep apnea. The conversation offers a deeper look at the evolving science of Alzheimer's prevention and the potential to intervene earlier, when there may still be an opportunity to change the course of cognitive decline. Key takeaways: •Alzheimer's is not an inevitable consequence of aging, and nearly half of dementia cases could potentially be prevented through lifestyle and dietary changes. •Optimizing brain health involves a multi-faceted approach that includes diet, exercise, and addressing sleep and gut health components. •Ketosis through a ketogenic diet is emphasized for its potential benefits in switching the brain to a more efficient fuel source and fostering cognitive improvement. •There is a critical importance of oral health and its link to cognitive function; poor oral hygiene can directly contribute to brain health decline. •Proactive and consistent interventions in lifestyle can lead to significant improvements in cognitive function, even for those with a genetic predisposition to Alzheimer's. More About Dr. Heather Sandison: Dr. Heather Sandison is the NYT bestselling author of “Reversing Alzheimer’s: The New Toolkit to Improve Cognition and Protect Brain Health”. She is a renowned naturopathic doctor specializing in neurocognitive medicine and the founder of Solcere Health Clinic, a premier brain optimization clinic based in San Diego, and Marama, a residential program changing memory care to memory recovery. Dr. Sandison is dedicated to supporting those suffering with dementia and is the primary author of peer reviewed research published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. She is shattering common misconceptions about Alzheimer’s teaching lifestyle change protocols that keep your brain sharp at any age. Website: https://www.drheathersandison.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HeatherSandisonND Book - https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/ Podcast - https://www.drheathersandison.com/resources/thinkwell-agewell/ 📲 CONNECT WITH ME: Website: https://drrobertsilverman.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrobertsilverman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrobertsilverman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrRobertSilverman/