{"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":"Can Intermittent Fasting Prevent Alzheimer’s? 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If you've ever wondered whether fasting can help with insulin resistance, one of the main culprits behind cognitive decline, then you're in the right place. Dr. Doug Graham, a renowned fasting coach and author of the 80/10/10 Diet, returns to discuss fasting facts from fiction. We’ll discuss the fine line between therapeutic benefits and muscle wasting in older adults, as well as how fasting influences everything from brain function to metabolism. This episode is packed with valuable insights, so grab your notebook as we discuss the science behind the power of fasting. Whether you’re a fasting newbie or an experienced practitioner, Dr. Graham’s decades of knowledge on fasting, nutrition, and lifestyle design will provide you with practical advice to safely incorporate fasting into your life. “Fasting, from a health perspective, is getting into a state of deep, profound rest–deeper than any other rest, deeper than sleep. It's a deep state of rest where the body does its work.”  ~ Dr. Doug Graham In this Episode 00:00 - Introduction to Dr. Doug Graham & fasting for health 13:14 - The science behind fasting 20:04 - Types of fasting and their benefits 32:21 - Success stories & recommendations 49:07 - Fasting for someone who's taking medications 56:26 - Breaking the fast safely 59:16 - Dr. Graham's unique fasting protocol 1:03:44 - The role of the mind in achieving your goal 1:15:20 - Dr. Graham's insight into fasting and stress 1:26:23 - The reason people would want to fast Resources: - Top Supplements f…","meta_description":"Could intermittent fasting be the missing link in preventing Alzheimer’s and improving brain health? 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