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Book Grain Brain

    Book Details:
  • Author : David Perlmutter
  • Publisher : Little, Brown Spark
  • Release : 2018-12-18
  • ISBN : 0316485144
  • Pages : 390 pages

Download or read book Grain Brain written by David Perlmutter and published by Little, Brown Spark. This book was released on 2018-12-18 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The devastating truth about the effects of wheat, sugar, and carbs on the brain, with a 4-week plan to achieve optimum health. In Grain Brain, renowned neurologist David Perlmutter, MD, exposes a finding that's been buried in the medical literature for far too long: carbs are destroying your brain. Even so-called healthy carbs like whole grains can cause dementia, ADHD, epilepsy, anxiety, chronic headaches, depression, decreased libido, and much more. Groundbreaking and timely, Grain Brain shows that the fate of your brain is not in your genes. It's in the food you eat. The cornerstone of all degenerative conditions, including brain disorders, is inflammation, which can be triggered by carbs, especially containing gluten or high in sugar. Dr. Perlmutter explains what happens when the brain encounters common ingredients in your daily bread and fruit bowls, how statin drugs may be erasing your memory, why a diet high in "good fats" is ideal, and how to spur the growth of new brain cells at any age. Dr. Perlmutter's revolutionary 4-week plan shows you how to keep your brain healthy, vibrant, and sharp while dramatically reducing your risk for debilitating neurological diseases as well as relieving more common, everyday conditions -- without drugs. Easy-to-follow strategies, delicious recipes, and weekly goals help you to put the plan into action. With a blend of anecdotes, cutting-edge research, and accessible, practical advice, Grain Brain teaches you how to take control of your "smart genes," regain wellness, and enjoy lifelong health and vitality.

Book Grain Brain by Dr  David Perlmutter    Summary

Download or read book Grain Brain by Dr David Perlmutter Summary written by Omar Elbaga and published by Quickreads. This book was released on with total page 37 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Protect your brain!" "Totally new perspective on the low carb diet." "May transform the way you see carbs forever." Please Note: This is a summary and analysis of David Perlmutter's Grain Brain, not the original book. We summarize and analyze each chapter to help you better understand the original. This book is a summary of the original book "Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth about Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar--Your Brain's Silent Killers " compiled for you so that you can take away the major ideas and change your life in the shortest amount of time possible. This book is for you if you want to devour the greatest books even with a busy schedule. This is an incredible book with totally new insight into how carbs affect our brains, including how they can cause dementia, memory loss, Alzheimer's, anxiety, depression and more. Dr. Perlmutter doesn't leave you hanging though. He offers interesting perspective, and numerous studies, but also shows you what a healthy diet looks like, one that includes fats and tasty foods.

Book The Grain Brain Whole Life Plan

Download or read book The Grain Brain Whole Life Plan written by David Perlmutter and published by Little, Brown Spark. This book was released on 2016-11-15 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The official guide to Dr. David Perlmutter's revolutionary approach to vibrant health as described in his New York Times bestsellers Grain Brain, The Grain Brain Cookbook, and Brain Maker/.i. With more than a million copies sold worldwide, Dr. Perlmutter's books have changed many lives. Now, he's created a practical, comprehensive program that lowers the risk for brain ailments while yielding other benefits, such as weight loss, relief from chronic conditions, and total body rejuvenation. Science-based and highly accessible, The Grain Brain Whole Life Plan expands upon the core advice from Dr. Perlmutter's previous works, and introduces new information about the advantages of eating more fat, fewer carbs, and nurturing the microbiome. Including original recipes, tips and tricks for common challenges, meal plans, and advice on everything from sleep hygiene to stress management, exercise, supplements, and more, The Grain Brain Whole Life Plan shows how to live happily and healthily ever after.

Book Power Up Your Brain

Download or read book Power Up Your Brain written by David Perlmutter, M.D. and published by Hay House, Inc. This book was released on 2012-02-01 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The quest for enlightenment has occupied mankind for millennia. And from the depictions we’ve see—monks sitting on meditation cushions, nuns kneeling in prayer, shamans communing with the universe—it seems that this elusive state is reserved for a chosen few. But now, neuroscientist David Perlmutter and medical anthropologist and shaman Alberto Villoldo have come together to explore the commonalities between their specialties with the aim of making enlightenment possible for anyone. Joining the long-separated worlds of science and spirit, Perlmutter explores the exciting phenomena of neurogenesis and mitochondrial health, while Villoldo brings his vast knowledge of shamanic and spiritual practices. Drawing the most powerful tools from each discipline, Perlmutter and Villoldo guide you through this groundbreaking, five-week program to help you overcome toxic emotions and awaken the power of your higher brain. Power Up Your Brain will show you how to: • reduce your risk of devastating diseases like Alzheimer’s, cancer, heart disease,and Parkinson’s; • overcome painful memories and break unhealthy emotional and behavioralpatterns; and • gain powerful clarity of thought to experience inner peace, creativity, andenlightenment—all without the use of prescription drugs! The nutritional advice, dietary supplements, fasting, and physical exercise outlined will not only help repair parts of your brain that have been affected by stress but also create a fertile environment to grow new brain cells and turn on the genes responsible for longevity, improved immunity, and enhanced brain function. And the shamanic practices, meditation, and visualizations will help bring online brain regions that allow for peace, compassion, innovation, and joy to arise naturally. Following the Power Up Your Brain program will help you clear your mind and healyour body; and open you up to experience the inner peace, vast insight, and extraordinary creativity that define the experience of enlightenment.

Book Wheat Belly

    Book Details:
  • Author : William Davis
  • Publisher : Rodale Books
  • Release : 2014-06-03
  • ISBN : 160961741X
  • Pages : 306 pages

Download or read book Wheat Belly written by William Davis and published by Rodale Books. This book was released on 2014-06-03 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes a sneak peek of Undoctored—the new book from Dr. Davis! In this #1 New York Times bestseller, a renowned cardiologist explains how eliminating wheat from our diets can prevent fat storage, shrink unsightly bulges, and reverse myriad health problems. Every day, over 200 million Americans consume food products made of wheat. As a result, over 100 million of them experience some form of adverse health effect, ranging from minor rashes and high blood sugar to the unattractive stomach bulges that preventive cardiologist William Davis calls "wheat bellies." According to Davis, that excess fat has nothing to do with gluttony, sloth, or too much butter: It's due to the whole grain wraps we eat for lunch. After witnessing over 2,000 patients regain their health after giving up wheat, Davis reached the disturbing conclusion that wheat is the single largest contributor to the nationwide obesity epidemic—and its elimination is key to dramatic weight loss and optimal health. In Wheat Belly, Davis exposes the harmful effects of what is actually a product of genetic tinkering and agribusiness being sold to the American public as "wheat"—and provides readers with a user-friendly, step-by-step plan to navigate a new, wheat-free lifestyle. Informed by cutting-edge science and nutrition, along with case studies from men and women who have experienced life-changing transformations in their health after waving goodbye to wheat, Wheat Belly is an illuminating look at what is truly making Americans sick and an action plan to clear our plates of this seemingly benign ingredient.

Book Mastery

    Book Details:
  • Author : George Leonard
  • Publisher : Penguin
  • Release : 1992-02-01
  • ISBN : 0452267560
  • Pages : 193 pages

Download or read book Mastery written by George Leonard and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1992-02-01 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on Zen philosophy and his expertise in the martial art of aikido, bestselling author George Leonard shows how the process of mastery can help us attain a higher level of excellence and a deeper sense of satisfaction and fulfillment in our daily lives. Whether you're seeking to improve your career or your intimate relationships, increase self-esteem or create harmony within yourself, this inspiring prescriptive guide will help you master anything you choose and achieve success in all areas of your life. In Mastery, you'll discover: • The 5 Essential Keys to Mastery • Tools for Mastery • How to Master Your Athletic Potential • The 3 Personality Types That Are Obstacles to Mastery • How to Avoid Pitfalls Along the Path • and more...

Book Brain Wash

    Book Details:
  • Author : David Perlmutter
  • Publisher : Little, Brown Spark
  • Release : 2020-01-14
  • ISBN : 0316453331
  • Pages : 267 pages

Download or read book Brain Wash written by David Perlmutter and published by Little, Brown Spark. This book was released on 2020-01-14 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fight back against a modern culture that is rewiring our brains and damaging our health with this practical, doctor-approved plan for healing that includes a ten-day boot camp and forty delicious recipes. Contemporary life provides us with infinite opportunities, along with endless temptations. We can eat whatever we want, whenever we want. We can immerse ourselves in the vast, enticing world of digital media. We can buy goods and services for rapid delivery with our fingertips or voice commands. But living in this 24/7 hyper-reality poses serious risks to our physical and mental states, our connections to others, and even to the world at large. Brain Wash builds from a simple premise: Our brains are being gravely manipulated, resulting in behaviors that leave us more lonely, anxious, depressed, distrustful, illness-prone, and overweight than ever before. Based on the latest science, the book identifies the mental hijacking that undermines each and every one of us, and presents the tools necessary to think more clearly, make better decisions, strengthen bonds with others, and develop healthier habits. Featuring a 10-day bootcamp program, including a meal plan and 40 delicious original recipes, Brain Wash is the key to cultivating a more purposeful and fulfilling life.

Book Grain Belly  Wheat Brain

    Book Details:
  • Author : Heath Easton
  • Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Release : 2015-01-27
  • ISBN : 9781507731130
  • Pages : 114 pages

Download or read book Grain Belly Wheat Brain written by Heath Easton and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-01-27 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grain Belly, Wheat Brain Despite all our achievements in the developed world, public health is still as a big a problem as ever. The obesity epidemic continues unabated and related health issues like diabetes, heart disease and cancer are pushing healthcare systems and national budgets to the breaking point. It' a particularly disturbing problem for the average Joe. Despite an explosion in the popularity of personal fitness, health nutrition and exercise since the sixties, public health trends for the future paint a worrying picture: - Half of American adults are expected to be obese by 2030 - Worldwide, deaths from diabetes are projected to double between 2005 and 2030 - Despite our advanced understanding of biology and nutrition and a greater interest in personal health and fitness, the outlook for the health of the average American or European is a bleak one. So what are we missing? Why are things getting worse despite our best efforts? The Answer May Surprise You. Gluten, and more specifically wheat, represents the most profound and insidious threat to public health in the developed world. Recent findings by doctors and scientists are pointing to the fact that despite the privileged position wheat and gluten products enjoy in our diets, there isn't a single cell in the human body that escapes their negative effects. The consumption of gluten and wheat has been associated with a whole host of conditions affecting every organ in your body, from the obvious connection through to conditions that were thought to have no relation to diet whatsoever - until recently. What's most scary for the average family is the way that wheat has undergone drastic biochemical changes over the last 60 years without any form of safety testing. This new age wheat has become part of our daily lives - few foods have reached the level of ubiquity in western diets to rival that of wheat. What Does This Mean for You? With this information, you can start taking back your health today. It's scary that this dangerous ingredient has become part of our daily lives, but it also makes it incredibly easy to improve our health using only a few changes to our diet. Information is power, and you'll learn that health issues you previously thought had no relation to diet or food at all could be caused or worsened by foods that you're eating on a regular basis. Inside you'll learn - What's inside wheat and what biochemical changes wheat has gone through over the last 50 years. - How wheat and gluten is a major culprit in an array of health conditions (and not just celiacs) and how your health could be being eroded - How to start improving your health today, with an action plan and amazing wheat-free recipes Get Your Health Back, Feel Better, Lose Weight So what are you waiting for? Dive into the book now and learn everything you need to now about taking back your health today. Click the "Buy Now" button on your screen and start reading instantly. Free Gifts: The book also comes with two gifts specially made to help you kick-start your wheat free lifestyle - don't forget to grab them

Book Summary of Grain Brain

Download or read book Summary of Grain Brain written by Abbey Beathan and published by . This book was released on 2019-06-10 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth About Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar - Your Brain's Silent Killers by David Perlmutter Book Summary Abbey Beathan (Disclaimer: This is NOT the original book.) Get ready to be blown away by foods that you thought were docile but are actually harming you. The truth must be heard. Carbs are actually harming you. And don't throw bad carbs under the bus and leave them with all the blame, healthy ones (whole grains, for example) also do the same damage. They are able to cause dementia, chronic headaches, depression, anxiety and so on. In a detailed explanation, Dr Perlmutter let us know how carbs are harming us. Knowledge is power and when it's about something as important as our health, immediate action is necessary. (Note: This summary is wholly written and published by Abbey Beathan. It is not affiliated with the original author in any way) "The simple act of moving your body will do more for your brain than any riddle, math equation, mystery book, or even thinking itself." - David Perlmutter Grain Brain is not all about the dark side of carbs and how much it affects us. It also tells us how we can do something about it. This book gives us an in-depth look on how to take control of our "smart genes" through diet choices and new healthy habits that we should have to cure the worst illnesses that we can fall victim to without any medication. A 30-day plan to reprogram your genetics in order to take control of your well-being and generate positive results for your future! P.S. Grain Brain is a great book that will inform you about a truth you don't want to hear but also, what we can do about it. P.P.S. It was Albert Einstein who famously said that once you stop learning, you start dying. It was Bill Gates who said that he would want the ability to read faster if he could only have one superpower in this world. Abbey Beathan's mission is to bring across amazing golden nuggets in amazing books through our summaries. Our vision is to make reading non-fiction fun, dynamic and captivating. Ready To Be A Part Of Our Vision & Mission? Scroll Up Now and Click on the "Buy now with 1-Click" Button to Get Your Copy. Why Abbey Beathan's Summaries? How Can Abbey Beathan Serve You? Amazing Refresher if you've read the original book before Priceless Checklist in case you missed out any crucial lessons/details Perfect Choice if you're interested in the original book but never read it before Disclaimer Once Again: This book is meant for a great companionship of the original book or to simply get the gist of the original book. "One of the greatest and most powerful gift in life is the gift of knowledge. The way of success is the way of continuous pursuit of knowledge" - Abbey Beathan

Book Biohack Your Brain

Download or read book Biohack Your Brain written by Kristen Willeumier and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2020-12-29 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A neuroscientist’s groundbreaking, science-driven plan for revitalizing, nourishing and rejuvenating your most essential asset—your brain. Your brain is the most essential organ in your body. The brain and spinal cord are intimately connected to every bodily system and organ, so when it is balanced everything in your body and mind will function more efficiently. It’s vitally important to take proactive steps now, or you risk losing everything, including your ability to think clearly, be creative, remember details, solve problems and retain your memory. In Biohack Your Brain, leading neuroscientist Dr. Kristen Willeumier reveals how you can change your brain by making simple and easy modifications to your lifestyle. Combining clinical experience with revolutionary science, she details how biohacking your brain can boost your cognitive performance and so much more. Dr. Willeumier’s essential guidebook shows you the most effective techniques to prevent memory loss and neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s disease—and even how to overcome negative thoughts and stress. Through research and case studies, you’ll learn how to upgrade your nutritional choices along with the effective use of supplements, brain games, and physical activity to overcome cognitive damage, whether it’s from previous injuries, such as a concussion or a bad fall or from the effects of living in modern day times. Dr. Willeumier shares her own story alongside those from the NFL players and other clients she has worked with to help you leverage the latest research to find personal solutions. Biohack Your Brain teaches you how to take better care of your brain, and also how to enhance your memory, lose excess weight, increase your energy and vitality in order to create the best health and life possible.

Book No Grain  No Pain

    Book Details:
  • Author : Peter Osborne
  • Publisher : Simon and Schuster
  • Release : 2016-01-26
  • ISBN : 1501121707
  • Pages : 368 pages

Download or read book No Grain No Pain written by Peter Osborne and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-01-26 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A must-read book for anyone suffering from chronic pain” (Sara Gottfried, MD), No Grain, No Pain demonstrates the proven link between a gluten-heavy diet and chronic pain and discomfort—and offers a groundbreaking, 30-day, grain-free diet to help you heal yourself from the inside out. More than 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain, according to an Institute of Medicine report released in 2011. For many, chronic pain is part of an autoimmune disease, but all too often doctors turn to the same solution: painkilling drugs. But all of this medication simply isn’t helping, and as Dr. Peter Osborne, the leading authority on gluten sensitivity and food allergies has found, the real solution often lies in what you eat. In No Grain, No Pain, Dr. Osborne shows how grains wreak havoc on the body by causing tissue inflammation, creating vitamin and mineral deficiencies, and triggering an autoimmune response that causes the body to attack itself. But he also offers practical steps to find relief. Using his drug-free, easy-to-implement plan, you will be able to eliminate all sources of gluten and gluten-like substances, experience significant improvement in fifteen days, and eliminate pain within thirty days. The first book to identify diet—specifically, grain—as a leading cause of chronic suffering, No Grain, No Pain provides you with the knowledge you need to improve your health. Based on extensive research and examples culled from thousands of his satisfied patients, Dr. Osborne recommends changing your diet to achieve the relief that millions of Americans have been seeking once and for all, leading to a healthier, happier life.

Book The Grain Brain Cookbook

    Book Details:
  • Author : David Perlmutter
  • Publisher : Hachette UK
  • Release : 2014-09-09
  • ISBN : 031633426X
  • Pages : 424 pages

Download or read book The Grain Brain Cookbook written by David Perlmutter and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2014-09-09 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The authorized companion to the #1 New York Times bestseller Grain Brain, with more than 150 life-changing gluten-free recipes for complete health and vitality. Dr. David Perlmutter's groundbreaking bestseller Grain Brain revolutionized the way we think about our health, exposing the devastating effects of wheat, sugar, and carbs on the brain. By eating the right foods, you can profoundly affect how your brain will be working next year, in five years, and for the rest of your life. The Grain Brain Cookbook presents more than 150 delectable recipes to keep your brain vibrant and your body fit, all while dramatically reducing your risk for — and treating — Alzheimer's, depression, ADHD, and epilepsy, as well as relieving everyday conditions like headaches, insomnia, and forgetfulness. With delicious recipes for every meal — including Spicy Chicken Burgers with Guacamole, Gruyere-Glazed Pork Chops and Cauliflower "Couscous," and many more — The Grain Brain Cookbook gives you all the tools you need to build a gluten-free diet full of wholesome, flavorful, easy-to-make meals. What you eat is the most important decision you make every day in terms of your health, and once you've tasted how good the Grain Brain diet can be, you'll want to keep making the right choices day after day.

Book Summary of Grain Brain

    Book Details:
  • Author : Instaread
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2016-08-05
  • ISBN : 9781536928662
  • Pages : pages

Download or read book Summary of Grain Brain written by Instaread and published by . This book was released on 2016-08-05 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Summary of Grain Brain by David Perlmutter with Kristin Loberg - Includes Analysis Preview Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth About Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar--Your Brain's Silent Killers is an urgent appeal for people everywhere to reconsider their beliefs regarding the cause of increasingly common brain diseases such as Alzheimer's, dementia, and other neurodegenerative disorders. Author David Perlmutter issues a call for his readers to recognize that human fate does not decree that each of us reach the end of life in a fog of dementia as the brain naturally declines with age. Instead, the cause of cognitive and mental decline lurks in the conventional modern diet in the form of gluten, carbohydrates, sugars, and grains. A life of brain impairment does not have to be a genetic or age-related inevitability. It can be prevented with a commitment to dietary changes. The introduction of grains and gluten to the human diet was disastrous. The medical community has typically overlooked this apparent danger and instead... PLEASE NOTE: This is key takeaways and analysis of the book and NOT the original book. Inside this Instaread Summary of Grain Brain by David Perlmutter with Kristin Loberg - Includes Analysis - Overview of the Book - Important People - Key Takeaways - Analysis of Key Takeaways About the Author With Instaread, you can get the key takeaways, summary and analysis of a book in 15 minutes. We read every chapter, identify the key takeaways and analyze them for your convenience. Visit our website at instaread.co.

Book Genius Foods

    Book Details:
  • Author : Max Lugavere
  • Publisher : HarperCollins
  • Release : 2018-03-20
  • ISBN : 0062562894
  • Pages : 400 pages

Download or read book Genius Foods written by Max Lugavere and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2018-03-20 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York Times Bestseller Discover the critical link between your brain and the food you eat and change the way your brain ages, in this cutting-edge, practical guide to eliminating brain fog, optimizing brain health, and achieving peak mental performance from media personality and leading voice in health Max Lugavere. After his mother was diagnosed with a mysterious form of dementia, Max Lugavere put his successful media career on hold to learn everything he could about brain health and performance. For the better half of a decade, he consumed the most up-to-date scientific research, talked to dozens of leading scientists and clinicians around the world, and visited the country’s best neurology departments—all in the hopes of understanding his mother’s condition. Now, in Genius Foods, Lugavere presents a comprehensive guide to brain optimization. He uncovers the stunning link between our dietary and lifestyle choices and our brain functions, revealing how the foods you eat directly affect your ability to focus, learn, remember, create, analyze new ideas, and maintain a balanced mood. Weaving together pioneering research on dementia prevention, cognitive optimization, and nutritional psychiatry, Lugavere distills groundbreaking science into actionable lifestyle changes. He shares invaluable insights into how to improve your brain power, including the nutrients that can boost your memory and improve mental clarity (and where to find them); the foods and tactics that can energize and rejuvenate your brain, no matter your age; a brain-boosting fat-loss method so powerful it has been called “biochemical liposuction”; and the foods that can improve your happiness, both now and for the long term. With Genius Foods, Lugavere offers a cutting-edge yet practical road map to eliminating brain fog and optimizing the brain’s health and performance today—and decades into the future.

Book The Better Brain Book

    Book Details:
  • Author : David Perlmutter
  • Publisher : Penguin
  • Release : 2005-08-02
  • ISBN : 1101218061
  • Pages : 340 pages

Download or read book The Better Brain Book written by David Perlmutter and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2005-08-02 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Grain Brain and New York Times bestseller Brain Maker... Loss of memory is not a natural part of aging—and this book explains why. Celebrated neurologist David Perlmutter reveals how everyday memory-loss—misplacing car keys, forgetting a name, losing concentration in meetings—is actually a warning sign of a distressed brain. Here he and Carol Colman offer a simple plan for repairing those problems, clarifying misconstrued connections between memory loss and aging, and regaining and maintaining mental clarity by offering the tools for: Building a better brain through nutrition, lifestyle changes, and brain workouts Coping with specific brain disorders such as stroke, vascular dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, and Lou Gehrig's disease Understanding risk factors and individually tailoring a diet and supplementary program Features a "Life Style Audit," quizzes, a brain fitness program with the most effective ways to exercise your brain, and a nutritional program that details the best brain food and supplements.

Book Brain Maker

    Book Details:
  • Author : David Perlmutter
  • Publisher : Little, Brown Spark
  • Release : 2015-04-28
  • ISBN : 0316380083
  • Pages : 283 pages

Download or read book Brain Maker written by David Perlmutter and published by Little, Brown Spark. This book was released on 2015-04-28 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The bestselling author of Grain Brain uncovers the powerful role of gut bacteria in determining your brain's destiny. Debilitating brain disorders are on the rise-from children diagnosed with autism and ADHD to adults developing dementia at younger ages than ever before. But a medical revolution is underway that can solve this problem: Astonishing new research is revealing that the health of your brain is, to an extraordinary degree, dictated by the state of your microbiome - the vast population of organisms that live in your body and outnumber your own cells ten to one. What's taking place in your intestines today is determining your risk for any number of brain-related conditions. In Brain Maker, Dr. Perlmutter explains the potent interplay between intestinal microbes and the brain, describing how the microbiome develops from birth and evolves based on lifestyle choices, how it can become "sick," and how nurturing gut health through a few easy strategies can alter your brain's destiny for the better. With simple dietary recommendations and a highly practical program of six steps to improving gut ecology, Brain Maker opens the door to unprecedented brain health potential.

Book The Elephant in the Brain

Download or read book The Elephant in the Brain written by Kevin Simler and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2018 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Human beings are primates, and primates are political animals. Our brains, therefore, are designed not just to hunt and gather, but also to help us get ahead socially, often via deception and self-deception. But while we may be self-interested schemers, we benefit by pretending otherwise. The less we know about our own ugly motives, the better - and thus we don't like to talk or even think about the extent of our selfishness. This is the elephant in the brain. Such an introspective taboo makes it hard for us to think clearly about our nature and the explanations for our behavior. The aim of this book, then, is to confront our hidden motives directly - to track down the darker, unexamined corners of our psyches and blast them with floodlights. Then, once everything is clearly visible, we can work to better understand ourselves: Why do we laugh? Why are artists sexy? Why do we brag about travel? Why do we prefer to speak rather than listen? Our unconscious motives drive more than just our private behavior; they also infect our venerated social institutions such as Art, School, Charity, Medicine, Politics, and Religion. In fact, these institutions are in many ways designed to accommodate our hidden motives, to serve covert agendas alongside their official ones. The existence of big hidden motives can upend the usual political debates, leading one to question the legitimacy of these social institutions, and of standard policies designed to favor or discourage them. You won't see yourself - or the world - the same after confronting the elephant in the brain.