20. Simple Tips for Brain Longevity with Dr. Julie Fratantoni

What could be the most overlooked aspect when it comes to our health? Most of us discuss the well-being of our muscles, bones, and gut, but often neglect the powerhouse that orchestrates them all—our brain. Today, I’m unraveling the mysteries of the very organ we might not be giving the attention it deserves, with a renowned expert, Dr. Julie Fratantoni from the University of Texas at Dallas Center for Brain Health, where she leads the development of The BrainHealth Project—a ten-year, longitudinal research study seeking to define, measure, and improve brain health across the lifespan.Dr. Fratantoni, with her extensive insight into brain health, delves deep to bring us the facts and insights on maintaining optimal brain health throughout our lives. We dig into the crucial reasons to make brain health a priority and reveal common day-to-day activities that could be detrimental to our brain's well-being and how key elements like what we eat, how we move, the quality of our sleep, and even the way we talk to ourselves can deeply influence our brain. Ever heard of ‘brain breaks’? We’ll unravel what they are and talk about why making them a part of our daily lives is so crucial!This episode is not just a conversation; it’s a journey to understanding and prioritizing our brain’s well-being. So, let’s enlighten our minds and learn how to nourish the commander of our body and mind, as achieving holistic wellness starts with nurturing our brain. Don’t miss out on this invaluable knowledge!Head to the Show Notes: https://mindin-my-wellness.captivate.fm/episode20Register for my FREE Training, 3 Steps to Transform Your Body with Macros: https://mindin-my-wellness.captivate.fm/trainingSign up for The Macro Body Method: https://mindin-my-wellness.captivate.fm/macromethodJoin my exclusive coaching program, The Macro Accelerator: https://mindin-my-wellness.captivate.fm/macroacceleratorLet's be Instagram friends: @mindinmymacrosPS. Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review for my show! This helps me support more health-empowered women, like you, move toward transforming their health so they can look and FEEL their best, without sacrificing a life well-lived. Don't forget to FOLLOW the podcast so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop. Happy listening!Mentioned in this episode:Join my NEW pregnancy and postpartum macros course, MACROS FOR MAMA: https://mindinmymacros.com/mama