Jul 15 2024 37 mins
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In this podcast, Dr. Russell Jaffe discusses affordable strategies for preventing cognitive decline and enhancing overall health. With a background in pathology and internal medicine, he shares insights on the importance of diet, hydration, and lifestyle choices. Dr. Jaffe emphasizes the benefits of whole foods, magnesium, and alkaline diets, alongside practical self-assessments for better health. He also highlights the significance of maintaining a healthy immune system and reducing exposure to harmful chemicals.
Discover why Alzheimer's is now considered Type 3 diabetes. As a renowned expert in functional medicine, Dr. Jaffe explains the critical connection between Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1c) levels and cognitive health. Learn why maintaining an HbA1c level of 5 or lower is essential and explore the dietary changes that can help achieve this target. This interview offers valuable, actionable advice for staying mentally vibrant as we age.
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About Dr. Russell Jaffe
Russell Jaffe, MD, PhD., CCN (DrJ) has more than 40 years of experience contributing to molecular biology and clinical diagnostics. He pioneered “lymphocyte tests of immune function and hypersensitivity” and is focused on providing functional, predictive tests and procedures designed to improve the precision of both diagnosis and of treatment outcomes.
He received his B.S., M.D., and Ph.D. from the Boston University School of Medicine and is board certified in Clinical Pathology and in Chemical Pathology. After being on the permanent senior staff at the National Institutes of Health, he pursued other interests, including starting the Health Studies Collegium think tank. He is Founder and Chairman of PERQUE Integrative Health, LLC, a company that offers the world scientifically proven, integrative health solutions that speed the transition from sick care to healthful caring.
DrJ is the recipient of the Merck, Sharp & Dohm Excellence in Research Award, the J.D. Lane Award, and the U.S.P.H.S. Meritorious Service Award. DrJ was honored as an International Scientist of 2003 by the IBC, Oxford, England, UK for his lifetime contributions to clinical medicine, biochemistry, immunology, methodology, and integrative health policy.
DrJ’s medical education started in the conventional manner but was introduced to healing modalities that still mostly lie outside of academic Western Medicine largely due to his association with comprehensive practitioners, healers, and spiritual beings. DrJ rediscovered that we all have the power to change our lives, habits, and future, particularly by choosing wisely and comprehensively about what we eat, drink, think, and do. He has formulated a unique enabled path to wellness that helps one thrive rather than just survive through the principles of Nature’s pHarmacy™.
For more information, visit his website: https://www.drrusselljaffe.com/
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