The Best and Worst Things for Brain Health, with Dr. Daniel Amen

Completely heal your brain and rewrite your inner thoughts with Dr. Daniel Amen, a Double Board Certified Psychiatrist and Child Psychiatrist and 12-time New York Times bestselling author. In this episode of Keeping It Real, Dr. Amen identifies what we can do to heal our brain and the things that damage our brains the most - from environmental toxins, sugar, alcohol, caffeine, blood flow, genetics, infection and more. No important factor is left unexplored. He explains brain chemistry and why certain drugs work for some and not others - from ADHD and OCD, to depression and anxiety - and what you can do about it. Plus, he outlines how we can retrain our brain to think optimistically for enhanced quality of life and goal achievement.  Guest Links: IG: @doc_amen Tiktok: @docamen For appointments with Amen Clinics: www.amenclinics.com The latest book: Change Your Brain Every Day: Simple Daily Practices to Strengthen Your Mind, Memory, Moods, Focus, Energy, Habits, and Relationships Supplements: https://brainmd.com/supplements Brain Type Assessment: https://brainhealthassessment.com For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdeal Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindy Jillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549 Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Jillian Michaels is renowned for transforming lives. Her fearless honesty, passion, and extensive knowledge on health, fitness, and nutrition have made her America’s go to motivator and wellness expert for the past two decades.This new format features an impressive lineup of guests and broadens the conversation to tackle the tough topics which matter the most in helping us better understand ourselves and the world around us.Through in-depth discussions and short form content, Jillian brings valuable insights, inspiring life stories, and actionable advice from leading thinkers, innovators, and change makers in a variety of fields. Her guests aren’t just experts they’re pioneers who’ve reshaped their industries and the way we think. From medicine to mental health, groundbreaking science to current events, relationships to career she explores the frontiers of knowledge and personal development that changes lives. In an era where we’re inundated with conflicting information and compromised narratives, "Keeping It Real" stands out as trusted resource that informs, inspires, and empowers its audience. A forum where the power of dialogue and diverse perspectives reigns supreme and the information shared is actionable for everyone.Tune in, stay curious, and be fearless. Join Jillian and her guests on a journey of growth, comradery, and candor. Together, we can navigate the complexities of our time, break down barriers, and unlock the potential for a better tomorrow!PREVIOUS GUESTS HAVE INCLUDED: Lindsay Vonn. Tony Robbins. Dr. Sanjay Gupta. Suze Orman. Dr. Peter Attia. Lisa Ling. Gary Vee. And many more.