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ThinkWell AgeWell Podcast

Dr. Heather Sandison, ND
Alzheimer's Disease
Aging
Brain Health
Dementia
Cognitive Function
Cognitive Decline
Caregiving
Cognitive Health
Alzheimer's
Cognitive Sharpness
Mental Health
Nutrition
Diet
Stress
Herbal Medicine
Resilience
Neurodegenerative Diseases
Lyme Disease
Regenerative Agriculture
Hormesis

Welcome to ThinkWell AgeWell with Dr. Heather Sandison, New York Times bestselling author of Reversing Alzheimer’s. This podcast celebrates aging as a time of meaning, connection, and joy. From doctors and scientists to those with real, lived experience, each episode uncovers tools, perspectives, and practices to help you stay sharp, live fully, and age well. Join us as we explore brain health, lo... more

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In this episode, I talk with Katie Powers about the conversations families often postpone until it is too late. Drawing from her professional work and her experience caring for a mother with frontotemporal dementia, Katie explains why advance care pl... more

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Negin Rajaipour about why burnout and inconsistent follow-through may reflect nervous-system dysregulation rather than a lack of discipline. We explore how childhood and adult adversity can affect cognitive function, ... more

In this episode, I sit down with Nikki Schultek to explore the growing evidence that chronic infections may play an important role in Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative conditions. We discuss her remarkable journey from Lyme disease pati... more

In this episode, I sit down with neurologist Dr. Catherine Madison to explore what families need to know about Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, caregiving, and brain health. We discuss anosognosia, why many people with cognitive decline don't recognize... more

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Katie Powers
Healthcare strategist, educator, and advocate; program director of the Empowered Endings Foundation; chair of the San Diego Dementia Consortium
Empowered Endings Foundation; San Diego Dementia Consortium
Episode: Before Dementia Makes the Decision for You
Dr. Negin Rajaipour
Board-certified physician, US Navy veteran, entrepreneur, researcher of human performance
Vita Regen Medical
Episode: The Biology of Resilience and Nervous System Regulation
Nikki Schultek
Founder and principal of Intracell Research Group; executive director and co-founder of the Alzheimer's Pathobiome Initiative; founding director of the Pathobiome Research Center; research assistant professor at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Alzheimer's Pathobiome Initiative / Intracell Research Group
Episode: The Pathobiome: How Chronic Infections Trigger Alzheimer’s Disease
Dr. Catherine Madison
Board-certified neurologist, medical director at Seniors at Home and Rhoda Goldman Plaza; author of Navigating Memory Loss
Rhoda Goldman Plaza; Seniors at Home; Author of Navigating Memory Loss
Episode: Navigating Memory Loss: A Neurologist’s Journey Through Cognitive Care
Nicole Bell
Author, entrepreneur, and CEO of Galaxy Diagnostics
Galaxy Diagnostics
Episode: Hidden Infections, Cognitive Decline, and the Search for Answers
Dr. Ben Weitz
Doctor of chiropractic medicine, certified sports chiropractor, functional medicine practitioner, host of Rational Wellness Podcast
Weitz Wellness / Rational Wellness Podcast
Episode: When Broken Bones Won’t Heal: The Functional Medicine Approach to Recovery
Richard Horowitz
Board-certified internist; internationally recognized expert on Lyme disease and chronic illness
Hudson Valley Healing Arts Center
Episode: Rethinking Alzheimer's: The 16 Factors That May Influence Brain Aging
Robert Silverman
Chiropractic physician, certified clinical nutritionist, longevity expert
Westchester Integrative Health Center
Episode: The Systems Approach to Brain Health and Healthy Aging
David Perlmutter
Board-certified neurologist, author and brain health expert
Brain health researcher and author
Episode: Microglia and Memory Loss: What Really Drives Neurodegeneration

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Grateful for this experience

    Sitting down for this conversation gave me the chance to speak candidly about one of the hardest seasons of my life. I shared what it was like to face serious health challenges in my 70s and the emotional toll that comes with wondering if your body will let you keep doing the work you love. This wasn’t about delivering polished advice, or pretending resilience comes easily. It was about the daily decision to keep going, to rebuild strength step-by-step, and to refuse to let age or illness define... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr John Nieters L.Ac, DAOM
    United States5 months ago
  • Looking forward to aging well

    Listening to this podcast has provided me with hope that It is possible to age well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @sheryl
    Canada5 months ago
  • This podcast is your go-to resource for wellness

    ThinkWell AgeWell is a smart, engaging podcast on living vibrantly as we age. Hosted by a naturopathic doctor, it features expert interviews on brain health, dementia prevention and reversing, and holistic wellness. Packed with practical tips for staying sharp and living your best life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KR_KRR4L
    United States9 months ago
  • Highly Recommend

    Just finished GLP-1 episode (so good!). Dr. Sandison is a great interviewer and gets right to the questions people actually care about. Super clear, practical, and no nonsense. I always learn a ton. A podcast to officially add to your rotation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NireneJ
    United States9 months ago
  • Episode 24

    Phenomenal discussion with Ashley Koff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chelbellwell
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the blend of science and lived experience for aging well.
The show is praised for compassionate, clear, and practical insights into cognitive health and caregiving.
High-quality conversations with impactful guest experts and real-world strategies.
Guests are typically top experts offering evidence-based, actionable brain health advice.
The host asks practical, down-to-earth questions that viewers care about.

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The Biology of Resilience and Nervous System Regulation
Q: What practical steps can someone take today to begin recalibrating their nervous system?
Start with daily calming practices like a long exhale breath, followed by gentle activities such as breath work, meditation, or yoga, and consider lab-guided hormone optimization under medical supervision to support the body's physiology while addressing trauma healing and identity work.
The Biology of Resilience and Nervous System Regulation
Q: What is the ACE/AAE framework and why is it important for understanding an adult's health trajectory?
ACE showed childhood adversity has measurable biological effects; expanding to Adverse Adult Experiences (AAE) captures later-life challenges such as divorce, financial collapse, and betrayal, providing a more complete map of how adversity shapes biology and health across the lifespan.
The Biology of Resilience and Nervous System Regulation
Q: Can you explain how chronic stress and trauma biologically impact cognitive function and daily performance?
Chronic stress shifts the nervous system into a persistent fight-or-flight state, which dampens prefrontal cortex function, leading to poorer planning, decision-making, and execution; trauma and ongoing adversity contribute to hormonal dysregulation and inflammation, further impacting brain health and cognitive performance.
The Pathobiome: How Chronic Infections Trigger Alzheimer’s Disease
Q: How can a patient begin to apply these ideas today?
Seek ILADS-trained practitioners who assess a range of infections beyond Lyme, use a thoughtful testing strategy, and consider precision piloted interventions. Also prioritize collaboration with clinicians who understand the complexities of infections, immunity, and brain health.
The Pathobiome: How Chronic Infections Trigger Alzheimer’s Disease
Q: What does the Pathobiome concept change in how we approach Alzheimer's disease?
Pathobiome frames the brain and body as an ecosystem where pathogenic microbes and immune responses interact; this shifts emphasis toward upstream drivers, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and precision testing to identify and treat infectious contributors as part of a broader brain-health strategy.

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Recent guests on ThinkWell AgeWell Podcast include:

1. Katie Powers
2. Dr. Negin Rajaipour
3. Nikki Schultek
4. Dr. Catherine Madison
5. Nicole Bell
6. Dr. Ben Weitz
7. Richard Horowitz
8. Robert Silverman

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