Lately, it feels like women are carrying more than ever, mentally, emotionally, hormonally, and neurologically.

In this week’s conversation, Dr. Mindy sits down with internal medicine physician and brain health expert, Dr. Austin Perlmutter, to talk about what modern life is doing to our brains and why so many people feel overstimulated, foggy, anxious, disconnected, and exhausted.

Together, they discuss:

Why chronic stress changes on the brain
The impact of ultra-processed foods on mood and cognition
Why women in midlife are especially vulnerable to burnout
How nature helps regulate the nervous system in minutes
How inflammation and depression can lead to Alzheimer’s
Why simple habits matter more than most people realize

One of our favorite parts of this conversation was the reminder that healing doesn’t always need to be complicated. Sometimes the most powerful changes are the ones that bring us back to how humans were designed to live in the first place.

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MORE ON DR. AUSTIN PERLMUTTER:

Website: https://www.austinperlmutter.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draustinperlmutter
YouTube: / @draustinperlmutter
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/draustinperlmutter/

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting routine, or lifestyle.

The Food & Stress Crisis Keeping You Chronically Unhealthy (& How to Fix It) with Dr. Austin Perlmutter

Live Like a Girl with Dr. Mindy Pelz

The Food & Stress Crisis Keeping You Chronically Unhealthy (& How to Fix It) with Dr. Austin Perlmutter