Regrow Your Hippocampus: The Science of an Invincible Brain | Dr. Majid Fotuhi – EP 764

About this episode

Dr. Majid Fotuhi discusses the science of neuroplasticity and how to regrow the hippocampus to combat cognitive decline.

What if protecting your brain is not about fighting time, but about learning how to partner with it? In this episode of Passion Struck, John R. Miles sits down with Dr. Majid Fotuhi, world-renowned neurologist and adjunct professor at Johns Hopkins University, to explore the revolutionary science of neuroplasticity. Dr. Fotuhi, author of The Invincible Brain, challenges the conventional narrative that cognitive decline is irreversible, proving instead that the human brain is a highly adaptive muscle capable of physical growth at any age. Through extensive clinical research, Dr. Fotuhi dismantles the fear surrounding Alzheimer’s and dementia by explaining how modifiable factors impact brain volume. He provides evidence-based strategies for physically regrowing the hippocampus and sharpening cognitive performance in as little as 12 weeks. Key Discussion Points: The Neuroplasticity Revolution: Why cognitive decline is not a one-way street and how the brain reorganizes itself during periods of adversity. The Five Pillars of Brain Health: A practical blueprint for optimizing cognitive function through intentional daily habits. Hippocampus Regeneration: The clinical reality of…

People in this episode

Host: John R. Miles

Guest: Dr. Majid Fotuhi

Topics covered

• neuroplasticity
• brain health
• cognitive decline
• hippocampus regeneration
• Alzheimer's
• dementia
• mental clarity

Keywords

• neuroplasticity
• brain health
• cognitive performance
• hippocampus
• Alzheimer's
• dementia
• brain volume
• mental clarity
• purpose
• Generative Drive

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Johns Hopkins University

Books & works: The Invincible Brain

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