Harvard Neurologist Advocates Natural Strategies for Brain Health Amid Rising Lifespan Concerns
Dr. Rudy Tanzi, a prominent Harvard neuroscientist, emphasizes the importance of proactive brain health strategies as life expectancy increases. He highlights the imbalance between lifespan and brain health span, warning of a potential public health crisis. Tanzi, who directs the McCance Center for Brain Health at Massachusetts General Hospital, advocates for preventive measures against cognitive decline, focusing on reducing amyloid plaque buildup and neuroinflammation. He introduces the SHIELD framework, which includes lifestyle interventions such as sleep, stress management, social interaction, exercise, learning, and diet. These strategies aim to delay or prevent dementia by addressing modifiable risk factors. Tanzi also underscores the significance of vascular and metabolic health, recommending monitoring blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar to prevent conditions that accelerate neurodegeneration. 
