In this episode of Huberman Lab Essentials, Andrew Huberman discusses the relationship between food and brain health, focusing on foods that enhance focus, cognition, and longevity. He outlines three key signals driving food choices: subconscious signals from gut neurons about nutrient content, metabolic accessibility of food for brain energy, and the influence of beliefs about a food's health benefits. Huberman emphasizes the importance of structural fats like omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) and phospholipids for neuron integrity, recommending fish, chia seeds, walnuts, and supplements. He also highlights phosphatidylserine, choline (found in eggs), creatine, anthocyanins (in blueberries), and glutamine for their positive impacts on brain function. Furthermore, Huberman explores the mechanisms behind food preferences, including taste, subconscious gut signaling, and learned associations, explaining how these factors can be leveraged to cultivate healthier eating habits and reshape one's perception of palatable foods.
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