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Prepare for longevity by making the most of lifestyle interventions in 2025 and beyond with valuable information and courses from Pacific Neuroscience Institute®.

This episode joins Dr. Scott Kaiser as he delves into the complexities of Alzheimer’s disease, exploring its causes, treatments, and the holistic approaches that can help patients and families maintain quality of life in the face of cognitive challenges.

Exercise doesn’t just strengthen your body—it powers up your brain too. Dr. David Merrill, director of PNI’s Brain Health Center, explains that physical activity boosts brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein that helps neurons grow and connect, supporting learning and memory. While BDNF isn’t available in a pill, exercise naturally increases its levels, promoting brain plasticity and resilience. Regular workouts keep your brain sharp and adaptable, especially as you age.

The MIND diet aims to reduce dementia and the decline in brain health that often occurs as people age. It combines aspects of two well-researched diets, the Mediterranean Diet and Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH).

The ancient Japanese traditions of Ikigai and hara hachi bu offer valuable wisdom on how to live a long, healthy, and joyful life. Learn more.

This episode of the ThinkNeuro Podcast features Dr. Jennifer Bramen, a neuroscientist at Pacific Neuroscience Institute, as she explores the powerful connection between gut microbes and brain health. Discover how the gut’s nervous system and its bacteria impact our mood and stress levels, and learn practical tips on how to support a healthy gut-brain connection through mindful eating. Tune in to hear Dr. Bramen's insights and research on this fascinating topic.

Did you know that a decline in your hearing affects more than just your ability to access sound? Left untreated, it can lead to profound consequences such as social isolation, depression, and cognitive decline, as the brain's auditory processing regions become underutilized. Learn more.

For the first time in human history, the world will be inhabited by more people over the age of 65 than under 18. What does this Great Age Wave mean and what are the implications? Find out more.

Now that summer is here, many of us dream about travel. Along with the joy of vacation, learn how travel is beneficial for both our physical and mental health, including our cognitive functioning. Brain Wellness & Lifestyle Senior Director, Karen Miller, PhD, explains.

Do you have problems with paying attention? This might be affecting your memory. Learn more about the intricate connection between attention, cognition and memory with Dr. Jesus Barreto Abrams, an expert neuropsychologist at Pacific Neuroscience Institute®.