Episode 359: Max Lugavere on Eating for a Healthier Brain and Preventing Dementia

Habits and Hustle

Jen Cohen and Habit Nest

Education, Health & Fitness, Business, Self-improvement, Entrepreneurship

4.4 • 763 Ratings

🗓️ 2 July 2024

⏱️ 63 minutes

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Summary

In today’s Habit’s & Hustle episode, renowned health expert Max Lugavere shares his insights on the critical role diet and lifestyle play in maintaining optimal brain health and potentially preventing debilitating conditions like Alzheimer's and dementia. Max's personal journey, having witnessed his mother's battle with Lewy body dementia, has fueled his passion for educating others about the power of nutrition and healthy habits. He dives deep into the science behind key nutrients like astaxanthin, magnesium, and collagen, and busts myths surrounding popular diet trends like intermittent fasting. But can we really eat our way to a healthier brain? Max argues that while there's no magic formula, focusing on whole foods, adequate protein intake, and regular exercise can significantly impact our cognitive function and overall well-being. Our conversation discusses cutting-edge research, practical tips for optimizing your diet, and the surprising connection between environmental toxins and neurological disorders. Max Lugavere is a Health and Science Journalist, Host of The Genius Life Podcast, Best-Selling Author. What we discuss… (00:00) Max Lugavere Discusses Health and Wellness (12:44) Social Media and Mental Health Impact (22:11) Rejecting Clout Chasing in Wellness (27:29) Nutrition, Disease, and Alzheimer's Research (31:31) Alzheimer's Risk Factors and Prevention (39:14) Detoxification, Saunas, and Exercise (45:56) Morning Routine and Breakfast Choices (52:18) Fasting, Weight Loss Drugs, and Peptides (01:00:30) Dating, Relationships, and Family Plans (01:09:30) The Importance of Little Boxes …and more! Thank you to our sponsors: Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout. Find more from Jen: Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/ Instagram: @therealjencohen Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement Find more from Max Lugavere: Website: https://www.maxlugavere.com/ Instagram - @maxlugavere

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0:00.0	Hi guys is Tony Robbins you're listening to Habits and Hustle.
0:05.0	Crush it. Okay everybody I have Max Lugavir back on the podcast.
0:11.0	I was just like going on and on to Max because Max you look so good.
0:15.6	Thank you. Like you are practicing what you preach. I want to know exactly every day what you're doing
0:21.6	habitually because whatever it is it's working because
0:24.6	Max is literally aging backwards. Oh so sweet so are you by the way. No I
0:29.8	not like not as good as you I wouldn't know everything you're doing.
0:33.4	Well, man, what is my routine? I just, you know, I practice what I preach. I exercise regularly.
0:39.9	What's regularly? I want like, I want like detail.
0:43.8	What's regularly?
0:45.5	Well, I'm a bit of a closet meathead,
0:48.0	so you know, I'm doing resistance training like five to six times a week. Okay, good. Yeah, I'm not like a big
0:56.8	cardio guy but I do walk as much as I can which in LA can be challenging but I
1:01.6	you know like you know put on a podcast and walk on the treadmill for like 20, 30 minutes.
1:06.0	Every day? Not every day, but like most days. And then when I'm traveling, you know, walking through airports and stuff, like I find it a lot easier to get my steps in in other cities.
1:14.4	And so when I'm traveling, yeah, so when I'm traveling,
1:16.4	it's like, it's easier to do that.
1:17.5	And I've been traveling quite a bit lately.
1:18.9	But yeah, you know, I try to like stay as active as possible
1:21.4	and I resistance train really regularly. And I think diet plays a huge role in skin and everything too.
1:25.8	So I'm big on. I take collagen fairly regularly. I'm a huge fan of a supplement called
1:31.1	Astazanthin which is a
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