23 Feb 2026
1h 6m

AMA 4: Non-Negotiables for Brain Health, Top Evidence-Based Supplements, and Early Decline Warning Signs

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The Genius Life

This episode of The Genius Life is an AMA focused on brain health, dementia prevention, and cognitive performance. Max Lugavere shares his top five non-negotiables for preventing dementia, which include protecting the head, regular exercise, a nutrient-dense diet, prioritizing sleep, and staying socially connected. He addresses the role of nicotine, the risks of chronic allergy medication use, and lifestyle changes or supplements to improve cognitive power, recommending creatine, omega-3 fatty acids, and astaxanthin. Lugavere also discusses the importance of distinguishing normal forgetfulness from concerning cognitive decline, and offers advice on how to approach a neurologist with concerns about a loved one's cognitive health.

Outlines

Part 1: Core Non-Negotiables for Brain Health

Part 2: Risks, Medications, and Cognitive Boosters

Part 3: Identifying Decline and Daily Habits

Part 4: Targeted Supplementation and Nutrition

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