“challenging the mind fortifies new neural networks. Much in the way our muscles gain strength and functionality when physically challenged through exercise, the brain similarly rises to the challenges of intellectual stimulation.” — David Perlmutter Copy Share Image
“if you cannot control your hunger and appetite, good luck managing your blood chemistry, metabolism, waistline, and, in the bigger picture, the prospect of… — David Perlmutter Copy Share Image
“Nine times out of ten, people pick the wrong food. No, it’s not the sugar (GI = 68), it’s not the candy bar (GI… — David Perlmutter Copy Share Image
“Your brain… weighs three pounds and has one hundred thousand miles of blood vessels. contains more connections than there are stars in the Milky… — David Perlmutter Copy Share Image
Inflammation is the cornerstone of Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis - all of the neurodegenerative diseases are really predicated on inflammation. — David Perlmutter Copy Share Image
“Those who experience symptoms complain of abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, and intestinal distress. Some people, however, don’t experience obvious signs of gastrointestinal trouble,… — David Perlmutter Copy Share Image
Saturated fat is a fundamental building block for brain cells. It's certainly interesting to consider that one of the richest sources of saturated fat… — David Perlmutter Copy Share Image
“THE GLUTEN POLICE The following grains and starches contain gluten: barley bulgur couscous farina graham flour kamut matzo rye semolina spelt triticale wheat wheat… — David Perlmutter Copy Share Image
“people with celiac have significantly increased production of free radicals, and they exhibit free radical damage to their fat, protein, and even DNA.16 In… — David Perlmutter Copy Share Image
“The bile salts secreted by the gallbladder, which are needed for the digestion of fat and, therefore, the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins like A,… — David Perlmutter Copy Share Image
“According to the latest research, we owe our tremendous brains to the need to think… and the need to run.” — David Perlmutter Copy Share Image
Most grain foods, whether we're talking about quinoa, amaranth, the very popular grains of the day - the reality is they still are associated… — David Perlmutter Copy Share Image
“reduce the risk of LDL oxidation—not necessarily levels of LDL itself. A principal player in that risk of oxidation is higher levels of glucose;… — David Perlmutter Copy Share Image
