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jbzar's review against another edition
5.0
I found this book to be thoughtful, relevant and informative. The author’s tone throughout was appropriately upbeat but realistic. Gupta managed to convey what I found to be important scientific information without over-burdening me with indecipherable medical terminology. I’m glad I read this one and will probably buy. Oh, and I think I’ll also try and get more sleep!
stuff4bd's review against another edition
informative
medium-paced
4.0
Very informative with scientifically based recommendations and insights.
liberrydude's review against another edition
3.0
A mix of fascinating and droning. Sobering, scary, optimistic, hopeful. I bought this book as soon as it came out in 2021 but got sidetracked. Finally returned to it but as an audiobook as I enjoy the author’s voice. Lots of information and meat with ideas to implement in your life. It’s all about environment and lifestyle. Genetics is not a prison.
camsbookcase's review against another edition
4.0
Although the title and cover don’t make this completely clear, this book is mainly about Dementia, and how to prevent this disease.
My key takeaways:
- the most impactful thing you can do to help prevent getting dementia is physical exercise- ideally at least an hour a day. Much of this exercise can be moderate, such as walking.
-diet is also important. Dr. Gupta recommends the Mediterranean diet.
-obesity and diabetes are strong risk factors for getting dementia
-it is also important to have an active social life and to keep learning new, challenging things
-start these habits now because dementia begins year's before symptoms develop
I learned a lot from this self-help/ science non-fiction, and I am implementing some changes into my life because of what I read. However, I didn't get a lot from the last several chapters about receiving a diagnosis, as this doesn't apply to me at this time.
My key takeaways:
- the most impactful thing you can do to help prevent getting dementia is physical exercise- ideally at least an hour a day. Much of this exercise can be moderate, such as walking.
-diet is also important. Dr. Gupta recommends the Mediterranean diet.
-obesity and diabetes are strong risk factors for getting dementia
-it is also important to have an active social life and to keep learning new, challenging things
-start these habits now because dementia begins year's before symptoms develop
I learned a lot from this self-help/ science non-fiction, and I am implementing some changes into my life because of what I read. However, I didn't get a lot from the last several chapters about receiving a diagnosis, as this doesn't apply to me at this time.
dimayj's review
3.0
In this book, neurosurgeon and CNN chief medical correspondent, Dr Sanjay Gupta, provides a science-based guide about brain health, albeit with a focus on cognitive decline and lifestyle practices that could protect or delay brain decline.
The book starts with a self-assessment the reader can take to assess their risk for cognitive decline. Subsequent chapters are divided into 3 parts. The first part covers scientific facts about the brain, eight potential factors that can cause cognitive decline, and dispels myths about the brain. In the second part, the author provides 5 main lifestyle factors and practical strategies to improve brain function. Part 2 ends with a 12-week programme to implement these strategies. In part 3, the book focuses on diagnosing and treating neurodegenerative brain diseases and the challenges for patients and their caregivers.
The book was a little bit oversimplified, repetitive, and didn't offer anything revolutionary, especially if you've read books about brain health before. The "keep sharp" strategies were just the usual common-sense advice of eating healthy food, exercising, sleeping well, etc. Nevertheless, the book is a clear, science-backed, and enjoyable read. So, I would consider it as a self-help primer on brain health and would recommend it to readers with no background knowledge about the subject.
The book starts with a self-assessment the reader can take to assess their risk for cognitive decline. Subsequent chapters are divided into 3 parts. The first part covers scientific facts about the brain, eight potential factors that can cause cognitive decline, and dispels myths about the brain. In the second part, the author provides 5 main lifestyle factors and practical strategies to improve brain function. Part 2 ends with a 12-week programme to implement these strategies. In part 3, the book focuses on diagnosing and treating neurodegenerative brain diseases and the challenges for patients and their caregivers.
The book was a little bit oversimplified, repetitive, and didn't offer anything revolutionary, especially if you've read books about brain health before. The "keep sharp" strategies were just the usual common-sense advice of eating healthy food, exercising, sleeping well, etc. Nevertheless, the book is a clear, science-backed, and enjoyable read. So, I would consider it as a self-help primer on brain health and would recommend it to readers with no background knowledge about the subject.
marshaskrypuch's review
5.0
This is a clearly written guide that's chock full of practical suggestions on how to reduce one's risk of .brain decline. Nothing earth-shattering here, but this is thorough and useful.
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