“At the root of the problem? That sticky wheat protein, gluten. Although the jury is still out on the connections between gluten sensitivity and behavioral or psychological issues, we do know a few facts: People with celiac disease may be… — David Perlmutter Copy Share Image
“Depression and anxiety are often severe in patients with gluten sensitivity.7, 8 This is primarily due to the cytokines that block production of critical brain neurotransmitters like serotonin, which is essential in regulating mood.” — 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
