Dr. Gary Steinberg: How to Improve Brain Health & Offset Neurodegeneration

Huberman Lab

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🗓️ 20 May 2024

⏱️ 115 minutes

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In this episode, my guest is Dr. Gary Steinberg, MD, PhD, a neurosurgeon and a professor of neurosciences, neurosurgery, and neurology at Stanford University School of Medicine. We discuss brain health and brain injuries, including concussion, traumatic brain injury (TBI), stroke, aneurysm, and transient ischemic attacks (TIA). We discuss key and lesser-known risk factors for brain health and explain how certain treatments and medications can improve brain health and cognitive function. We also cover novel mechanisms to improve recovery after concussions and brain injury, including the use of stem cells, temperature (mild hypothermia), and vagus nerve stimulation. Dr. Steinberg also describes new advances in neurosurgery and minimally invasive brain augmentation. This episode ought to be of interest to anyone seeking actionable tools to improve their brain health and for those seeking to improve recovery after a brain injury such as concussion, stroke, aneurysm, or TBI. For show notes, including referenced articles and additional resources, please visit hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/huberman ROKA: https://roka.com/huberman AeroPress: https://aeropress.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Timestamps 00:00:00 Dr. Gary Steinberg 00:01:44 Sponsors: Eight Sleep, ROKA & AeroPress; Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify & Apple 00:06:16 Stroke, Hemorrhage & Blood Clot 00:10:25 Blood Clots & Risk Factors, Medications, Smoking, Cholesterol 00:16:19 Heart & Brain Health; Neurosurgery & Brain Function 00:23:27 Current Technology & Neurosurgery, Minimally Invasive Techniques 00:28:13 Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA); Spinal Cord Strokes 00:33:23 Stroke Risk: Alcohol, Cocaine & Other Drugs 00:38:24 Sponsor: AG1 00:39:55 Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Concussion: Sports, Testing & Recovery 00:46:45 Statins; TBI & Aspirin; Caffeine & Stroke Risk 00:48:31 Exploratory MRI: Benefits & Risks 00:51:53 Blood Pressure, Lifestyle Factors; Tool: Feeling Faint, Hydration; Sleep 00:59:52 Sponsor: LMNT 01:01:27 Chiropractic Neck Adjustment & Arterial Obstruction; Inversion Tables 01:05:16 Kids, Tackle Football, Soccer, Boxing; Mild Concussion 01:10:49 Nerve Regeneration, Stem Cells, Stroke Recovery 01:17:36 Stem Cells, Immune System, Activity 01:21:27 Injury & Recovery, Restraint Therapy 01:23:46 Neuroprotection After Injury; Mild Hypothermia 01:34:59 Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Stem Cell Therapy 01:42:27 Scientific Advancements & Clinical Translation, FDA & Industry 01:47:40 Vagal Stimulation 01:53:17 Zero-Cost Support, Spotify & Apple Reviews, YouTube Feedback, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer

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0:00.0	Welcome to the Huberman Lab Podcast, where we discuss science and science-based tools for everyday life.
0:06.0	I'm Andrew Huberman and I'm a professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford School of Medicine.
0:15.0	My guest today is Dr. Gary Steinberg.
0:18.0	Dr. Gary Steinberg is a medical doctor, PhD, professor of neurosurgery,
0:22.0	neurosci, and neurology, at Stanford University. Dr. brain, which is a scientific term explaining how blood flow to the brain supplies oxygen
0:35.2	and critical nutrients through our neurons, our nerve cells, as well as playing a critical role
0:39.3	in removing waste products from our brain in order for our brain to function normally.
0:44.0	During today's discussion he explains in very clear terms how blood flow to the brain occurs
0:49.0	and how disruptions in blood flow in things like stroke and aneurysm impact brain functioning. We also discuss
0:55.6	concussions and TBI or traumatic brain injuries which unfortunately are very
0:59.9	common and what can be done to treat concussion and traumatic brain injury.
1:04.0	Dr Steinberg also shares with us recent findings from his laboratory and clinic
1:08.0	revealing how stem cells can be used to recover function in the human brain and spinal cord after things like
1:14.4	concussion, TBI, stroke, and other disruptions to the cerebral vascular architecture.
1:20.0	And he shares with us the science supported tools that is tools that any of us can use to improve the health and functioning of our brains.
1:27.0	So if you or somebody that you know has experienced concussion or traumatic brain injury, stroke or aneurysm,
1:32.0	today's discussion is sure to include or traumatic brain injury, stroke or aneurysm,
1:32.8	today's discussion is sure to include vital information for you.
1:36.3	And for those fortunate enough to not have experienced those conditions,
1:39.3	today's discussion will also review the latest science and protocols for improving brain health.
1:45.0	Before we begin, I'd like to emphasize that this podcast is separate from my teaching and research roles at Stanford.
1:50.0	It is, however, part of my desire and effort to bring zero cost to consumer information about science and science related tools to the general public.
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