Summary & Study Guide - Brain Maker

Book excerpt: Heal and Protect Your Brain Includes Diet Cheat Sheet This book is a summary of “Brain Maker: The Power of Gut Microbes to Heal and Protect Your Brain—for Life," by Dr. David Perlmutter. This edition includes the diet cheat sheet The rates of prevalence of chronic debilitating diseases such as autism, depression, Alzheimer’s, and dementia are increasing. But advances in preventing and treating these diseases are almost nonexistent. The truth is, most doctors are trained to treat the symptoms, not the cause, of the disease; they are not seeking ways to prevent it. The good news is that a medical revolution is underway that will forever change how we understand, prevent, and treat these diseases. The book explains: * The power of the new science by drawing on key clinical and laboratory studies and remarkable results from doctors and patients around the world. * How lifestyle choices such as diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management influence our brain health and genetic expressions. * The essential keys to nourishing a healthy microbiome. It is important to stay in charge of your healthcare through continued education and involvement. Read this book and apply the ideas to prevent and heal the debilitating illnesses that threaten you and your loved ones. This guide includes: * Book Summary—helps you understand the key concepts. * Online Videos—covers the concepts in more depth. * Diet Cheat Sheet—A concise summary of the dietary principles, including (a) general guidelines, (b) foods to eat daily, (c) foods to eat in moderation, and (d) foods to avoid. Value-added from this guide: * Save time * Understand key concepts * Expand your knowledge