My goal with The Grain Brain Whole Life Plan? To help you get healthy, for life. | David Perlmutter, M.D.

David Perlmutter

Parkinson’s is the fastest-growing brain disorder in the world. Dr. Ray Dorsey makes a compelling case that this rise isn’t due to genetics for most people. It is driven by environmental exposures such as chemicals in our food, water, and air that damage the brain’s dopamine system. Eighty-seven percent of Parkinson’s cases have no known genetic cause. That points to a much larger issue we cannot ignore. This conversation challenges long-held assumptions and offers insight into how we can begin

5.1K views · 117 reactions | April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month—and while awareness is important, it’s time we shift the focus to prevention. Research continues to show that lifestyle choices can play a powerful role in reducing the risk of Parkinson’s. Let’s pay attention to the steps we can take now to help protect our brain health for the future. | David Perlmutter, M.D. | Facebook

We often think of Parkinson’s as strictly genetic, but emerging evidence suggests environmental exposures play a much bigger role than we once believed. Mycotoxins, pesticides, and even heavy metals like manganese are being examined as contributors to neurodegenerative diseases. While the science is still evolving, reducing your toxic burden through lifestyle, diet, and indoor air quality is a wise step for long-term brain health. | David Perlmutter, M.D.