The Better Brain Book: The Best Tools for Improving Memory and Sharpness and Preventing Aging of the Brain - Softcover

Perlmutter, David; Colman, Carol

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1594480931 ISBN 13: 9781594480935

Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group, 2005

Synopsis

Loss of memory is not a natural part of ageing-and this book explains why.Celebrated neurologist David Perlmutter reveals how everyday memory-loss-misplacing car keys, forgetting a name, losing concentration in meetings-is actually a warning sign of a distressed brain. Here he offers a simple plan for repairing those problems, and regaining and maintaining clarity by offering the tools for:Building a better brain through nutrition, lifestyle changes, and brain workoutsCoping with specific brain disorders such as stroke, vascular dementia, Alzheimer''s, Parkinson''s, multiple sclerosis, and Lou Gehrig''s diseaseUnderstanding risk factors and individually tailoring a diet and supplementary programFeatures a "Life Style Audit," quizzes, brain boosting exercises, and a food and supplement program.

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About the Author

David Perlmutter, MD, FACN, ABIHM is a Board-Certified Neurologist and Fellow of the American College of Nutrition who received his M.D. degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine where he was awarded the Leonard G. Rowntree Research Award. He has contributed extensively to the world medical literature with publications appearing in The Journal of Neurosurgery, The Southern Medical Journal, Journal of Applied Nutrition, and Archives of Neurology. He is the author of: The Better Brain Book and the #1 New York Times Bestseller, Grain Brain. He is recognized internationally as a leader in the field of nutritional influences in neurological disorders. Dr. Perlmutter has been interviewed on many nationally syndicated radio and television programs including 20/20, Larry King Live, CNN, Fox News, Fox and Friends, The Today Show, Oprah, Dr. Oz, and The CBS Early Show. In 2002 Dr. Perlmutter was the recipient of the Linus Pauling Award for his innovative approaches to neurological disorders and in addition was awarded the Denham Harmon Award for his pioneering work in the application of free radical science to clinical medicine. He is the recipient of the 2006 National Nutritional Foods Association Clinician of the Year Award. Dr. Perlmutter serves as Medical Advisor for The Dr. Oz Show.

Carol Colman is the New York Times bestselling co-author of Curves.

Edition details

• Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1594480931
• ISBN 13: 9781594480935
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 336