So-called 'complex carbs' may actually represent a more significant threat to health than simple sugar in that they may not only raise blood sugar, but keep it elevated for a more prolonged period of time. David Perlmutter bloodcallcarb share on social
Antioxidants are chemicals that break down or neutralize the damaging effects of free radicals - chemicals produced as a byproduct of normal cellular metabolism. David Perlmutter antioxidantbreakbyproduct Change image and share on social
Children need to be exploring their physical world. They need to be learning the fundamental laws of physics by manipulating objects. David Perlmutter childexplorefundamental Change image and share on social
As a practicing neurologist, I place central importance in applying current science to the notion of disease prevention. David Perlmutter applycentralcurrent Change image and share on social
Increase your consumption of healthful fats like extra virgin olive oil, avocado, grass-fed beef, wild fish, coconut oil, nuts and seeds. At the same time, keep in mind that modified fats like hydrogenated or trans fats are the worst choices for brain health. David Perlmutter avocadobadbeef share on social
People are getting to this place of understanding that their lifestyle choices actually do matter a whole lot as opposed to this notion that you live your life, come what may, and hope for a pill. David Perlmutter choicehopelife Change image and share on social
When a child is watching television, he or she is not involved in play, not socializing with other individuals, and most importantly, not receiving feedback as to the actions or consequences of his or her behavior. David Perlmutter actionbehaviorchild share on social
Humans are not the fastest or the strongest animals on the planet, but when it comes to survival, we have had the unique advantage of being clever. David Perlmutter advantageanimalclever Change image and share on social
Bad things happen. And the human brain is especially adept at making sure that we keep track of these events. This is an adaptive mechanism important for survival. David Perlmutter adaptiveadeptbad Change image and share on social
The idea that people are nutritionally deprived because they don't eat grain has no scientific basis. David Perlmutter basisdepriveeat Change image and share on social
