Do THIS to SHIELD Your Brain (EASY!)
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted January 30, 2020
As you age, it seems like nothing is more important than having a healthy brain.
Because without one, you’ll slowly lose your memories… your identity… and even your independence.
And your mainstream doc? They’ll only give you dangerous drugs that don’t work.
Fortunately, there’s an easy way to SLASH your risk of developing mind-robbing dementia… and keep your brain firing on all cylinders well into your golden age.
And all you have to do to get started is look down.
I’m talking about your belly.
And if it’s bigger than it should be, your brain might be in trouble.
Researchers, who recently published their work in the journal Brain, Behavior, and Immunity, found a strong association between belly fat and brain issues in seniors.
The study, which followed more than 4,000 adults, found that people with high amounts of fat in their midsection had worse fluid intelligence as they grew older.
Fluid intelligence is a capacity to think logically and to solve problems in new situations – independent of acquired knowledge.
You have good fluid intelligence if you can (say) play and win a new board game, find your way to store you’ve never been before, figure out why your television is not working right….
Fluid intelligence is a good measure for overall brain function, and the researchers claim it shouldn’t change with age.
But what does fat have to do with your brain?
Body fat is not just inert energy storage. Fat cells create a whole mess of chemical messengers (hormones) that promote inflammation throughout your body. And your brain is especially sensitive to inflammation.
The more belly fat you have, the more inflamed your brain becomes.
If you want to maintain mental flexibility and cognitive power throughout your life, then it’s time to ditch that spare tire.
And the best way to get started is to cut down on carbs, which are proven to increase both inflammation and belly fat.
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
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