Power Foods for the Brain | Neal Barnard | TEDxBismarck

Dr. Barnard has led numerous research studies investigating the effects of diet on diabetes, body weight, and chronic pain, including a groundbreaking study of dietary interventions in type 2 diabetes, funded by the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Barnard has authored over 70 scientific publications as well as 17 books. As president of the Physicians Committee, Dr. Barnard leads programs advocating for preventive medicine, good nutrition, and higher ethical standards in research. He has hosted three PBS television programs on nutrition and health and is frequently called on by news programs to discuss issues related to nutrition and research. Originally from Fargo, North Dakota, Dr. Barnard received his M.D. degree at the George Washington University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the same institution. He practiced at St. Vincent’s Hospital in New York before returning to Washington to found the Physicians Committee.

[shilpagupta]

The best line "if we are able to learn what it takes to protect our brain then perhaps families will be able to stay together much longer".

[madhua]

What a great talk! He makes it very simple, to summarize do these for reducing risk of Alzheimer's and increase well being:

1. Eat colorful fruits and veggies daily: blueberries, grapes, broccoli etc for better memory.

2. Take Vitamin E to eliminate free radicals from brain but not just from pills but from foods like nuts / seeds (just a few), spinach, mangoes etc.

3. Reduce trans-fat from foods like donuts, pastries; and saturated fats like from Bacon, meat, cheese/dairy.

4. Reduce metals like iron, copper. Do not use iron skillets etc.

4. Exercise: nothing crazy, just do brisk walk three times a week, up to 40 minutes each time.

Do all of the above and one can reduce the risk of Alzheimer's by 80% even if you have the gene.

[drugarm]

You turned the pain of losing your Dad into a simple, informative, random act of love to help prevent further suffering ❤️ you Dr Barnard, are very cool 😎 thank you

[veronicaroberts]

Not only was this some of the best content I’ve ever read on dementia, but he is an outstanding speaker. I cried at the end. I’m so grateful for what he helped accomplish with terminating the food pyramid.

[Fritson]

I am an 80 years old vegan man and I am very healthy, these are great info and advice, thank you very much Dr Barnard😊💖👍🙏😍

[sydney]

Thank you so much for this! I’m 23 and play time is really over when it comes to health. At the end of the day it’s nobody’s responsibility but your own so I’m trying to do better for myself and my babies!

[manichatt]

I am from india. Our food was like you describe it. Our snacks were made from jaggery and nuts. And then Pepsi and coke came in, lays chips became common. We forgot yoga. There’s a lot of good practices that should be brought back- which includes what to eat and when to eat.

[Exen]

His team sued the government because they weren’t doing their job. Props to this man and his team. Hero of the people right there!!

[starrshakur]

"When u lose your memory u lose everyone who ever mattered to you" .. That statement is sadly so on point :(

[AnOldSchoolHome]

Very good information, but do NOT underestimate the importance of sleep and stress. Not enough sleep and too much stress literally kills brain cells. And so do diet soda.

[starlieblocker]

I’m so glad I found this video while studying for my anatomy class. I’m only 15, and I’m very great full I can get a head start on working on keeping my brain healthy :)

[feda_roz]

"Genes are not destiny". I think that's a powerful and very courageous message. Thank you for this video it has enriched my knowledge alot more.

[downbntout]

This man and his colleagues advocating for whole plant foods are heroes to me, because following their advice has reversed my heart disease. Proven with ultrasounds of my carotids and aorta, four years apart. It really is do-able.

[chinweizeng]

It's people like Neal Barnard that makes the world warmer. Sorry for your loss and thank you for sharing so lovingly and compassionately.

[anns]

What a wonderful talk and message. This is exactly why I love Dr. Barnard. He truly cares about people.

[relaxingfinance]

5 years old but knowledge never dies. This video can change your life. Thank you

[akuma]

I freakin' love this guy. You could feel his emotion when he started to talk about his Dad...

[shanw]

I am a person who is very concerned about physical and mental health. I am on a healthy diet recommended by my dietitian who works for National Health Service UK. I am also doing aerobic exercises and brisk walking regularly. But I never knew that brisk walking makes my hippocampus bigger, which improves my memory. I am so grateful to Dr Neal Barnard. This is one of the best presentations I have ever come across.

[Natalia-hfet]

I could listen to Dr. Barnard speak all day!

[haley]

I watched this video 6 months ago and it’s still effecting my life today in the most positive way. I think this is the most important Ted talk I’ve watched