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The DUTCH Podcast · April 21 · 58 min

Hormones, Sleep & Brain Health: Understanding Alzheimer’s Prevention

Send us Fan Mail In this insightful episode, Dr. Heather Sandison and Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton discuss the root causes of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's, how a naturopathic approach differs from conventional medicine, and practical strategies for brain health at any age. This episode also highlights: The six drivers of cognitive decline The impact of hormones, especially the steep drop in estrogen at menopause How infections like Lyme disease, shingles, and COVID-19 can be linked to cognitive decline Tips for early intervention, including the importance of sleep hygiene along with diet, exercise, and stress management Using genetics to inform and optimize early intervention strategies Show Notes Learn more about Dr. Sandison and follow her on Instagram @dr.heathersandison! Read the ovarian aging study mentioned by Dr. Smeaton in this episode. Become a DUTCH Provider today to see how the DUTCH Test can profoundly change the lives of your patients.

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Send us Fan Mail

In this insightful episode, Dr. Heather Sandison and Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton discuss the root causes of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's, how a naturopathic approach differs from conventional medicine, and practical strategies for brain health at any age. 

This episode also highlights: 

  • The six drivers of cognitive decline 
  • The impact of hormones, especially the steep drop in estrogen at menopause 
  • How infections like Lyme disease, shingles, and COVID-19 can be linked to cognitive decline 
  • Tips for early intervention, including the importance of sleep hygiene along with diet, exercise, and stress management 
  • Using genetics to inform and optimize early intervention strategies 

Show Notes 

Learn more about Dr. Sandison and follow her on Instagram @dr.heathersandison

Read the ovarian aging study mentioned by Dr. Smeaton in this episode. 

Become a DUTCH Provider today to see how the DUTCH Test can profoundly change the lives of your patients. 

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