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de Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai
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A podcast about the neuroscience of everything. From neurologists, researchers, and public health advocates Drs. Ayesha and Dean Sherzai, explore every aspect of our world through a neuroscientific lens, with science-based stories, interviews, anecdotes, and brain health facts. Equip yourself with neurologically sound answers to life's everyday health questions and learn the essentials of brain health and optimization, one topic at a time.
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- Your Brain On... Testosterone · 45 min · Sezonul 7 Episodul 7Testosterone for women: what the evidence actually shows vs. what social media is selling you. Testosterone has become the hormone every midlife woman is told she is missing: the…
- Your Brain On... Memory Testing · 54 min · Sezonul 7 Episodul 6The neurologist who built the test that was used on the President of the United States explains what memory tests actually tell you, and why even a perfect score isn't the whole…
- Your Brain On... Friendship · 55 min · Sezonul 7 Episodul 5We're more connected than ever, yet, we've never been lonelier. We sit down with neuroscientist Dr. Ben Rein, author of Why Brains Need Friends, to look at what isolation does to…
- Your Brain On... the MIND Diet · 1 h 7 min · Sezonul 7 Episodul 4Researchers found people who ate these 9 foods consistently had brains that aged 7.5 years slower. Not a supplement stack, not a protocol, not a hack. A pattern of real food that…
- Your Brain On... Insomnia · 1 h 38 min · Sezonul 7 Episodul 3It's 3 AM and your brain won't shut off. About 1 in 10 adults meets the clinical definition of chronic insomnia, and most never get treated. Instead, they scroll through an…
- Your Brain On... Microplastics · 31 min · Sezonul 7 Episodul 2Headlines warned us about microplastics in our brains. A chemist says the study may have been measuring brain fat instead. In 2025, a study claiming microplastics accumulate in…
- Your Brain On... Menopause Hormone Therapy · 1 h 28 min · Sezonul 7 Episodul 1Menopause hormone therapy and your brain: what the evidence says vs. what the algorithm is selling you. Two-thirds of Alzheimer's patients are women. That statistic has fueled a…
- Your Brain On... Vascular Dementia · 1 h 21 min · Sezonul 6 Episodul 8Most people think dementia starts with memory loss. But for millions, it actually begins decades earlier: in the blood vessels. Long before someone forgets a name or misses an…
- Your Brain On... Cold Plunges · 47 min · Sezonul 6 Episodul 7Cold plunges are everywhere, and the way people talk about them, you'd think they're a miracle cure for your brain, body, and soul. But in an age of algorithm-fueled evangelism…
- Your Brain On... Cheese · 43 min · Sezonul 6 Episodul 6Around the start of 2026, a study sparked viral headlines claiming that cheese could reduce dementia risk. But... nutrition science almost never works like this. One study can't…
- Your Brain On... Chemotherapy · 42 min · Sezonul 6 Episodul 5Chemotherapy saves lives. But for millions, it also comes with side effects of cognitive fog, memory lapses, slowed thinking, and emotional flattening. In the past, 'chemo brain'…
- Your Brain On... Parkinson's (2025) · 1 h 16 min · Sezonul 6 Episodul 4From 18th century London to the promise of a global cure: the 200-year history of Parkinson's disease. To mark the release of our 'Ask the MD' conversation with The Michael J…
- Your Brain On... Eating Meat · 1 h 58 min · Sezonul 6 Episodul 3Carnivorous diets have been woven into our history for millennia, but, with nutrition science advancing at an unprecedented pace over the past century... do we really still need…
- Your Brain On... Nutrition (with Dr. Walter Willett) · 42 min · Sezonul 6 Episodul 2Everyone eats. It's the one thing we all have in common. And yet, nutrition has become one of the most confusing, divisive, and misunderstood sciences in modern life. Low-fat…
- Your Brain On... Autism · 1 h 52 min · Sezonul 6 Episodul 1Autism isn't new, but our understanding of it has changed dramatically. It's now recognized as a broad neurodevelopmental spectrum that shapes how millions of people perceive…
- Your Brain On... Diabetes · 1 h 53 min · Sezonul 5 Episodul 10Behind the staggering statistics on global diabetes prevalence are millions of individuals with different stories, struggles, and solutions. In this episode, we explore how…
- Your Brain On... Alzheimer's (Mythbusting Special) · 50 min · Sezonul 5 Episodul 9Alzheimer's disease is constantly surrounded by myths and misinformation. Let's set the record straight. In this episode, we bust through the most persistent Alzheimer's myths…
- Your Brain On... Purpose (Sherzai Family Special) · 34 min · Sezonul 5 Episodul 9With big changes happening in the Sherzai family household, we sat down for a roundtable discussion about the concept that will shape what we're all doing next: our purpose. In…
- Your Brain On... Creatine · 50 min · Sezonul 5 Episodul 8Creatine for Alzheimer's — let's separate the hype from the hope. A new study has caused a stir in June 2025, but lead researcher Matthew K. Taylor told us: " I don't think I can…
- Your Brain On... Stress · 57 min · Sezonul 5 Episodul 7Stress isn't just a threat to your brain. It's also one of its best tools for growth. We often hear that stress is bad for your brain. And it can be. Chronic, unpredictable, and…
- Your Brain On... Stroke · 1 h 5 min · Sezonul 5 Episodul 6Stroke is one of the biggest causes of death in the world — but also one of the most preventable. Up to 80–90% of strokes could be avoided with more awareness, resources, and a…
- Your Brain On... The Food Industry · 28 min · Sezonul 5 Episodul 5How can we eat better when we're constantly marketed to in a way that hijacks our attention and habits? To complement the incredible discussions we regularly have about…
- Your Brain On... Lyme Disease · 50 min · Sezonul 5 Episodul 4 A tiny bite from a tiny tick can trigger a complex disease which speaks to some huge problems with our healthcare system. In this episode, we explain the biology, controversy…
- Your Brain On... Brain-Computer Interfaces · 52 min · Sezonul 5 Episodul 3Restoring a person's ability to speak, enabling individuals with paralysis to regain movement, and detecting neurodegenerative diseases earlier than ever — these are just some of…
- Your Brain On... Gluten · 1 h 0 min · Sezonul 5 Episodul 2Gluten has become one of the most misunderstood aspects of modern nutrition. Let's set the record straight. In this episode, we untangle the medical, neurological, and cultural…
- Your Brain On... Menopause · 1 h 1 min · Sezonul 5 Episodul 1Two-thirds of those diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease are women — but why? In this episode, we unpack the neurological, hormonal, and social drivers that uniquely affect women's…
- Your Brain On... Music · 1 h 2 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 10Music is one of the most powerful forces of all time for human connection, cognitive stimulation, and therapeutic introspection. We've seen music help Alzheimer's patients find…
- Your Brain On... Supplements · 48 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 9Supplements have become a hundred-billion dollar industry. But can they really boost your brain health in the ways they claim? They're everywhere: shelves and shelves of pills…
- Your Brain On... Traumatic Brain Injury · 43 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 8Traumatic Brain Injury is a major cause of death, disability, and cognitive decline. Thankfully, evolving research is helping us protect our heads and lessen the long-term…
- Your Brain On... Omega-3 · 59 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 7Omega-3 supplements have become a multi-billion-dollar industry, promising to enhance your memory, boost your mood, and protect your brain. But where does the science end, and…
- Your Brain On... Social Media · 49 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 6Two decades on from the start of the smartphone revolution, we have the first humans who, for as long as they've been alive, have had the entire internet just a few taps away…
- Your Brain On... (Sherzai Family Holiday Special) · 51 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 5Our incredible kids Sophia and Alex Sherzai join us for a special end-of-year episode of the 'Your Brain On...' episode! As a family of neuroscientists — Sophia in biomedical…
- Your Brain On... Ketogenic Diets · 50 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 4High in fats and low in carbs, ketogenic diets were originally developed in the 1920s to treat children with epilepsy. Now, they've gained popularity for weight loss, and even…
- Your Brain On... ALS · 47 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 3ALS, a nervous system disease, ruled the headlines in the summer of 2014 thanks to the viral Ice Bucket Challenge. How has our knowledge of the disorder evolved a decade later?…
- Your Brain On... Ketamine · 45 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 2For decades, ketamine has mainly been used as an anaesthetic, but in more recent years, it's gained popularity in mental health treatment. Conversations around the benefits and…
- Your Brain On... Sex · 1 h 8 min · Sezonul 4 Episodul 1From the first spark of attraction, all the way to climax, sex sets off chemical fireworks in your brain. And yet, this beautiful, powerful act has become mired in shame and…
- Your Brain On... Protein · 57 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 10Protein — how much do we need? What's the healthiest way to consume it? Can we get enough from plant-based diets? Until recent decades, protein hasn't been quite as prominent in…
- Your Brain On... Misinformation · 1 h 4 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 9The digital age has made it easier than ever to access health information, but how can we know which sources to trust? Social media is saturated with misinformation. Some of it…
- Your Brain On: A Brain Health Revolution Summit Special · 1 h 5 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 1120 incredible conversations with leading scientists, in one hour. We're excited to present this special installment of Your Brain On, featuring highlights from some of the…
- Your Brain On... Having A Pet · 56 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 8What are our animal companions thinking? And how does our friendship with them change their brains, and our brains? We all wish we could communicate with our pets. Though we may…
- Your Brain On... Coffee · 42 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 7What does the most-purchased beverage in the world — coffee — do to your brain? Five centuries after its discovery, coffee is deeply entrenched in our diets on a global scale…
- Your Brain On... Grief · 51 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 6What grief does to our brains, and how we can grow from one of life's most challenging experiences. The impact grief has on your mind can be so severe, some experts refer to it…
- Your Brain On... Caregiving · 41 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 5As populations have aged, our need for caregivers has risen fast. The stresses of caregiving present brain health concerns that we must address urgently. Caregivers are heroes…
- Your Brain On... Meditation · 60 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 4Meditation: an ancient practice with brain health benefits proven by modern science. Whether you're focusing on your breathing to quieten peripheral distractions or using…
- Your Brain On... Leg Strength · 34 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 3Leg strength isn't just about physical health. There are enormous benefits for brain health, too. From the more obvious benefits for balance and mobility to the deeper…
- Your Brain On... Marijuana · 46 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 2The neuroscience behind the benefits and risks of marijuana, explained. Splintered legislature, evolving taboos, and new forms of consumption have created a fragmented market for…
- Your Brain On... Parkinson's · 1 h 13 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 1From 18th century London to the promise of a global cure: the 200-year history of Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's, a neurodegenerative disorder most commonly characterized by…
- Your Brain On... Ozempic · 34 min · Sezonul 2 Episodul 10Ozempic. Developed as diabetes medication. Adopted as a weight loss drug. Eyed for its potential neuroprotective effects. Hollywood's popularization of Ozempic as a way to lose…
- Your Brain On... Retirement · 48 min · Sezonul 2 Episodul 9Retirement, often considered a period of late-life decline, can actually be a time of cognitive growth and prosperity. When we retire, all the neurologically stimulating aspects…
- Your Brain On... Introversion · 36 min · Sezonul 2 Episodul 8Do introverts/extroverts have different brains? Are you born introverted? Is introversion neurologically harmful? The definition of introversion has been blurred in the social…
