Austin Perlmutter, MD
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Author/researcher/educator. Simple strategies to help get your đź§ unstuck. Join my weekly brain science newsletter! https://t.co/W5T1snGXTl
Seattle, WA
Joined December 2018
A disease prevention lifestyle generally doesn’t look “cool.” Most days, it looks like ignoring trends and instead: -Prioritizing good sleep -Prioritizing real/unprocessed foods -Prioritizing mindful time -Prioritizing movement -Prioritizing time offline
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Ibogaine is perhaps the most controversial psychedelic, but may have powerful potential for conditions like addiction and trauma. I had the honor to interview @DeborahMash3 a world expert on this topic at the Eudēmonia Summit recently https://t.co/RpTbudDIr4
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Your brain's 80 billion neurons are constantly listening for the signals you give them. Air quality turns out to be one of the most important variables when it comes to the health of our neurons, and subsequently, our brain health. https://t.co/XezFwSGa1M
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How Air Pollution Influences Your Brain Cells  Most people see air pollution as something that harms the lungs—but research shows that what we breathe also shapes our brains. The tiny airborne...
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That scented candle may smell like fall apples, but it's actually a chemical cocktail of artificial scents. That incense may bring you a momentary sense of calm, but it may be worse for your air than cigarettes. https://t.co/X6YTnl6Z5p
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Having a healthy, well-functioning brain is a great priority for all of us. And each day we get to make decisions that either vote for brain health, or against it. Many of the variables that contri...
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With late summer dry conditions in play, wildfires are still a major threat to our health. Protecting our air is absolutely key to keeping our brains and bodies in top shape. Here's a free guide I wrote with Lichen Air with all my top tools and tricks https://t.co/47G8czIp5k
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Brain energy is vital to how we think, act and feel. Certain nutrients may help promote healthier brain energetic function. Some of nutrients worthy of our consideration that may support brain energy include creatine and Mg. https://t.co/kDfP7uElY7
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In this article, we're focusing on the link between our food and metabolism and energy, and some top foods and nutrients that may act through this pathway to support brain health.
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You worry about smog outside— but the most toxic air might be indoors. Incense-filled temples. Smoke-filled casinos. Even ice rinks and nail salons. Recent reports show these spaces can pack the air with dangerous pollutants in just hours. https://t.co/fB2ZXvO4qO
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When we talk about “air pollution,” most people picture highway smog or wildfire smoke. But some of the highest exposures happen indoors, where we spend ~90% of our time. Below are five top indoor...
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Building healthy muscle may be one of the most powerful ways we can support overall and brain health. But why? Muscle use acts on three key systems that alter the brain: immunity, metabolism and neuroplasticity. https://t.co/0FwY421BbX
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Omega-3 fatty acids (or Omega-3s) are fatty acids with key roles in brain health and function. Most people have suboptimal levels of circulating omega-3s, and this has been correlated with higher health risks. My take for @PreventionMag #diet #health
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A doctor and dietitian unpack the latest findings.
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Psychedelics may benefit immunity and neuroplasticity to induce long-term brain benefits. Here's how #psychedelic #health #Brain
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Curious why you feel, think and act the way you do? One of the major pathways linking your diet and environment with your brain function is the gut-brain axis. Within this system are key conduits of data like the vagus nerve and immune system. https://t.co/OUU82kpjZr
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You’ve heard your gut changes your brain. Here are the key pathways!
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Cleaner air is a massively underutilized tool for better overall and brain health. But did you know incense is a potent source of air pollution? That many of our daily routines can actually harm brain health? #health #air
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The Secrets to Clean Air
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Air pollution poses a unique and significant threat to children's brain health. Some of the studied risks include: -Higher risks of ADHD -Lower IQ -More aggressive/violent behavior -Worse mood See the full discussion here: https://t.co/Jss7wqWxcD
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The Hidden Risk to Children’s Brains Health  Our early years are among the most transformational for our health. From body to brain, perpetual, rapid and long-lasting change rewires and reprograms...
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Check out my most recent conversation with @onecommune where we discuss air quality, hidden risks to our health in our air, and what we can do about it today! #air #health
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Air fresheners, scented candles and other fragranced products may seem innocuous. but a growing body of research suggests they may be problematic for our overall and brain health. Here's the latest: #health
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Having a healthy, well-functioning brain is a great priority for all of us. And each day we get to make decisions that either vote for brain health, or against it. Many of the variables that contri...
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How fast your brain ages is in part a reflection of your nutrient intake. From creatine to magnesium to omega-3 fats, we're now learning that targeted dietary intake may help to slow the brain's rate of aging. For more, check out my video: https://t.co/qekWYi7xr3
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We obsess over the "toxins" in our food. We spend billions on the latest superfoods and green powders. And yet the biggest missed opportunity we have for health is right is all around us: our air. This is why Lichen Air exists. Check us out! #air #health
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Clean Air. Clear Mind
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Traffic-related air pollution (TRAP) can be a significant issue for health. Here's what it is and why it's something we need to take seriously (and what to do about it!). The latest blog I've written for
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How Traffic-Related Air Pollution Threatens Your Health—and What You Can Do About It  You may not see it, but if you live near a road with heavy traffic, you're likely inhaling something that could...
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Creatine supplementation has been tested in Alzheimer's with aa pilot study showing benefits to brain creatine and cognition. Interesting research! My latest for @PsychToday
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Can a sports supplement help the brain battle Alzheimer’s? A new study finds creatine may boost a key energy pathway—and memory—in Alzheimer's patients.
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We breathe 20,000 times a day, and powerful research over the last decades has revealed that what’s in this air doesn’t just impact our lungs. Our air quality massively affects brain health, influencing mood, cognition, behavior and so much more. https://t.co/TI7YjMqZRo
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When we think about brain health, we often hear about the importance of good food, regular exercise, and quality sleep. But there’s a silent force all around us that profoundly affects our cognitive...
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The drivers of the obesity and overweight epidemic around the world are more than just our food. We now know that multiple environmental variables contribute to the rewiring of our biology to promote excess weight gain. One newer addition to the list is the quality of our air.
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