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Dr Rangan ChatterjeeBrain Neuroscientist: Do This Daily To Reduce Your Risk Of Cognitive Decline | Dr. Dan Levitin
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EPISODE INFO
- Released
- August 11, 2023
- Duration
- 1h 22m
- Channel
- Dr Rangan Chatterjee
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION
Do you believe that we have control over how we age? Is mental decline inevitable? Or, does how we live now determine our later years? In this conversation, I speak to Dr Daniel Levitin, a neuroscientist, cognitive psychologist and best-selling author. His latest book, The Changing Mind, is an enlightening read for anyone who wants to age well, live well and understand the science behind both. Dan and I discuss the concept of healthspan versus lifespan – how if you want to live to a ripe old age, you’ll want to be able to enjoy it, too. Amazingly, Dan’s extensive research has led him to conclude that the number one factor that predicts how well we’ll age is not, as you might imagine, genetic – it’s a personality trait. We discuss just what that personality trait is and Dan goes on to reveal three other important traits that govern our behaviours and how we respond to the world – and therefore how healthy and happy we are at age 8 or 108. The good news is, that these traits can be taught and it’s never too late to start learning – you can start cultivating your personality to be neuroprotective at any age. Dan is passionate that we can and should keep learning throughout life. He explains why it’s a myth that memory automatically deteriorates and outlines simple and easy changes we can all make that will enhance life right now, as well as promote a healthy and fulfilling old age. This is a really enlightening conversation – I hope it helps you on your way to a long, happy and healthy life. #feelbetterlivemore #feelbetterlivemorepodcast ------- Sign up to my new newsletter - Friday Five https://drchatterjee.com/fridayfive Order Happy Mind Happy Life. UK version https://amzn.to/304opgJ, US & Canada version https://amzn.to/3DRxjgp Feel Great Lose Weight is available to order in the UK https://amzn.to/2W6bsOE and in the US & Canada https://amzn.to/2GWPgls Dr Chatterjee’s book Feel Better in 5 is out now in the UK https://amzn.to/2G0XK7l and in the US and Canada https://amzn.to/2EB2oM0 Order Dr Chatterjee’s book The Stress Solution https://amzn.to/2MZ8u8h Find Dr Chatterjee’s 4 Pillars of Health in The 4 Pillar Plan available via http://amzn.to/2yGfpuB The US version, How to Make Disease Disappear is available via https://amzn.to/2Gj1YEL ----- Listen to all previous podcast episodes on https://drchatterjee.com/podcast or via these podcast platforms by searching for 'Feel Better, Live More'. Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6NyPQfcSR9nj0DPDr2ixrK ----- Follow Dr Chatterjee at: Website: https://drchatterjee.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drchatterjee Twitter: https://twitter.com/drchatterjeeuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drchatterjee/ Newsletter: https://drchatterjee.com/subscription DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.
SPEAKERS
Dr. Rangan Chatterjee
hostUK physician and host of the podcast “Feel Better, Live More,” focused on lifestyle medicine and behavior change.
Dr. Dan Levitin
guestNeuroscientist and bestselling author (e.g., “This Is Your Brain on Music”) known for research and writing on cognition, aging, and decision-making.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In this episode of Dr Rangan Chatterjee, featuring Dr. Rangan Chatterjee and Dr. Dan Levitin, Brain Neuroscientist: Do This Daily To Reduce Your Risk Of Cognitive Decline | Dr. Dan Levitin explores Conscientiousness, curiosity, movement, and connection for brain-healthy aging Dr. Dan Levitin distinguishes lifespan from healthspan and argues people should focus on maximizing years lived in good health rather than only extending total years.
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