Podcast episode about aging and better living with Marc Milstein, PhD and positive psychology expert Lisa Cypers Kamen

Age-Proofing Our Brains for Better Living

Original Air Date Wednesday, March 01, 2023.

The inability to focus on the task at hand plagues all of us, sometimes. But there are times when distractions such as our phones, long to-do lists, and multiple people wanting our attention can be more mentally taxing than others. So, what can we do to build our mental resilience, improve memory, reduce stress, and live longer happier lives?

To help clear out the cognition clutter, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks to doctor and author Marc Milstein about a blueprint we can use to age-proof our brains for better living.

Dr. Milstein shares excerpts from his book, The Age-Proof Brain: New Strategies to Improve Memory, Improve Immunity, and Fight Off Dementia, and cites examples of how a healthy diet, sufficient sleep, and physical movement can boost our immune system and stave off dementia.

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Lisa Cypers Kamen · Age-Proofing Our Brains for Better Living with Marc Milstein PhD

Meet Our Guest:

Dr. Marc Milstein specializes in taking the leading scientific research on brain health and presenting it in a way that entertains, educates, and empowers his audience to live better. He earned both his PhD in Biological Chemistry and his Bachelor of Science in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology from UCLA. He has conducted research on topics including genetics, cancer biology, and neuroscience, and his work has been published in multiple scientific journals.

Book: The Age-Proof Brain: New Strategies to Improve Memory, Improve Immunity, and Fight Off Dementia

Marc Milstein PhD — Age-Proofing the Brain:

Marc reminds us that the brain is like a battery that needs recharging. {1:52}
Marc offers tips to optimize our brain function to improve memory, focus, and productivity. {3:51}
How age-proofing the brain protects the immune system. {9:56}
The role of a healthy diet on the brain’s ability to focus on a task or test. {11:26}
How physical exercise contributes to good mental health and minimizes the risk of dementia. {14:56}
How sleep helps to flush the brain of toxins and to problem-solve. {19:36}

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