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Dr. Gary Steinberg

05/20/24

@ Andrew Huberman

A stroke is like a heart attack of the brain, caused by disruption of blood flow either from a blocked vessel or a hemorrhage, leading to tissue death and neurological dysfunction.

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

@ Andrew Huberman

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

05/20/24

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Dr. Gary Steinberg

05/20/24

@ Andrew Huberman

About 87% of strokes are due to a clot forming in the brain artery or dislodging from the heart or carotid artery, while 13% are caused by a hemorrhage.

Dr. Gary Steinberg

05/20/24

@ Andrew Huberman

Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIAs) are reversible strokes that result in temporary loss of function, such as paralysis or speech difficulties, but resolve quickly.

Dr. Gary Steinberg

05/20/24

@ Andrew Huberman

Strokes occur more commonly during sleep, possibly related to circadian rhythms, but the relationship between sleep deprivation and stroke risk is still unclear.

Dr. Gary Steinberg

05/20/24

@ Andrew Huberman

Mild hypothermia can protect the brain during a stroke by blocking detrimental pathways, including the release of excitatory amino acids and calcium influx, which are harmful during ischemic events.

Dr. Gary Steinberg

05/20/24

@ Andrew Huberman

Lifestyle factors such as smoking, high cholesterol, and hypertension significantly increase the risk of stroke and other cerebrovascular diseases.

Dr. Gary Steinberg

05/20/24

@ Andrew Huberman

Stem cells in the adult brain can promote recovery after injuries like stroke by secreting growth factors that enhance native neurogenesis and modulate the immune system.

Dr. Gary Steinberg

05/20/24

@ Andrew Huberman

Physical activity and rehabilitation are crucial for stroke recovery; engaging in forced activity can stimulate recovery in the affected brain circuits.

Dr. Gary Steinberg

05/20/24

@ Andrew Huberman

Stem cells can be used to recover function in the brain and spinal cord after injuries like concussion, TBI, or stroke.

Andrew Huberman

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Improving blood flow to the brain through regular exercise enhances cognitive function and reduces inflammation, which is linked to cognitive decline.