David Perlmutter comes up in 3 chapters across 3 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from April 2016 to April 2022.
Brain Fog, Mitochondrial Damage and Organic Food Budgeting
Switching to organic food can resolve chronic brain fog and fatigue by protecting the mitochondria, which use 25% of the body's energy and are easily damaged by glyphosate. While organic food may appear more expensive, proponents argue it reduces long-term health costs and supports a more sustainable agricultural system.
Cognitive Loss and Long-Term Risks of Dehydration
A reduction in hydration of just 2% can lead to measurable cognitive loss, depressed mood, and accelerated aging. Long-term chronic dehydration is linked to increased risks of colon cancer, bladder cancer, and Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Cohen notes that many researchers now categorize Alzheimer's as "Type 3 diabetes," a metabolic disease heavily influenced by blood sugar and cellular hydration levels.
Alzheimer's and Autism, Sugar-Induced Nerve Compression
Dr. Jacobi theorizes that Alzheimer's is essentially "Type 3 diabetes" affecting the olfactory nerve, which explains why loss of smell is an early symptom. He also links the rise in autism (from 1 in 10,000 in the year 2000 to 1 in 50 today) to sugar consumption. He references David Perlmutter’s work in Brain Maker to support the conclusion that these diverse symptoms all share a common root in sugar-driven nerve damage.
