{"podcast":{"title":"Alzheimer’s Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman, MD","slug":"alzheimer-s-breakthrough-with-dr-josh-helman-md-7191947","podcast_index_feed_id":7191947,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/alzheimers-breakthrough-with-dr-josh-helman-md/","website_url":"https://drjosh.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/b4391403-4823-44e0-91f3-a342ff8f568d/7ZCRENkgs3hZAcBHSa2VuFUd.jpg","author":"Dr. Josh Helman, MD","episode_count":68,"summary":"Welcome to Alzheimer’s Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman, MD, the transformative podcast that delves into the root causes of cognitive decline and provides real solutions for preventing—and even reversing—Alzheimer’s. Hosted by Dr. Josh Helman, MD, a Harvard-trained physician with advanced degrees in biochemistry, this show is designed for individuals living with Alzheimer’s, their loved ones, and anyone determined to preserve and improve brain health. Each week, Dr. Josh demystifies the complexities of dementia, unpacks the latest breakthroughs in neurodegenerative research, and shares actionable lifestyle strategies drawn from his six years of clinical experience reversing Alzheimer’s. From tackling nutritional deficiencies and toxin exposure to exploring cutting-edge diagnostics and mind-body interventions, Alzheimer’s Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman, MD, turns every challenge into an opportunity to reclaim cognitive vitality and hope. If you’re ready to discover evidence-based approaches that can restore mental clarity and empower you or your loved ones, tune in to Alzheimer’s Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman, MD, on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube. Get ready to embrace…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-13T04:20:40.672195+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/alzheimer-s-breakthrough-with-dr-josh-helman-md-7191947"},"episode":{"title":"Boost Memory While You Sleep (No Pills Needed) With Dr. Michael Leon","slug":"boost-memory-while-you-sleep-no-pills-needed-with-dr-michael-leon","published_at":"2026-03-05T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/alzheimer-s-breakthrough-with-dr-josh-helman-md-7191947/boost-memory-while-you-sleep-no-pills-needed-with-dr-michael-leon","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/alzheimer-s-breakthrough-with-dr-josh-helman-md-7191947","url":"https://drjosh.com/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a01972d8-dec7-4a34-a5b3-085583e9cfcd.mp3","summary":"Did you know that your sense of smell can affect your brain function? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michael Leon, a professor emeritus of neurobiology and behavior at UC Irvine, to discuss a fascinating, yet simple intervention that can improve memory and brain function: olfactory enrichment. We explore how odors, when introduced during sleep, can trigger dramatic improvements in verbal memory and even stimulate changes in the brain's memory circuits. Dr. Leon dives into his research on the relationship between the sense of smell and the brain's memory pathways. He explains how olfactory loss is linked to various neurodegenerative conditions, such as Alzheimer's, and how reintroducing odors during sleep can have a profound impact on cognitive function. We also discuss the development of a device, the Memory Air, which makes olfactory enrichment easily accessible at home. This conversation sheds light on how olfactory stimulation can provide a simple, non-invasive, and safe solution to brain health and memory loss. “The sense of smell is the only sense that has a superhighway access to the memory centers and the emotional centers of your brain.” ~ Dr. Michael Leon In this Episode 03:28 - How the sense of smell differs from the other senses 09:19 - Scent-related marketing strategies 09:57 - Study results and brain imaging findings 19:31 - Potential benefits of olfactory stimulation for other medical conditions 29:03 - Selecting the right scent and avoiding artificial odors 36:30 - Olfactory training for people who have lost their sense of smell 37:37 - Development and use of the Memory Air device 47:43 - Dr. Leon's thoughts on plastics getting into the brain 49:19 - The most misunderstood information about smell and the brain 50:56 - Dosage, duration, and schedule…","meta_description":"Did you know that your sense of smell can affect your brain function? 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