No. 1 Dementia Treatment | Dean & Jodie

Key wellness strategies & self-care/productivity tips discussed

1) Major diet shift for dementia/Alzheimer’s support (primary focus)

• Move away from the standard American diet Fast food/pizza/spaghetti were associated with gradual weight gain and worsening health (“little by little”).

• Trial of a ketogenic approach The ketogenic idea was initially debated, then adopted.

• Progression: ketogenic → carnivore

  • Removed carbohydrates: discarded vegetables/fruit/seed oils/carbs to tighten the diet.
  • Prioritized meat/fat and later refined details (including clean protein sourcing, eggs, and organ meats).
• Fasting / autophagy-style routine
  • OMAD (one meal a day), usually before sunset (around 2–3pm), then no eating until the next day.
• Relapse prevention mindset
  • Reintroducing “bread/cookie” was reported to quickly bring back fog/confusion, so strict avoidance is treated as essential.

2) Nutrient optimization & supplements (especially “brain fuel” framing)

• MCT oil Used to raise ketones; noted by both presenters and discussed by Dr. Chaffy as part of a ketogenic strategy.

• B12 and other micronutrients

  • Emphasis on B12 adequacy, including claims about malabsorption and reference-range variability.
  • Organ meat use
    • Beef liver (and other organ meats) suggested as a key source of B vitamins, especially B12.
    • Prep guidance (as described):
      • Raw liver preference: dried on a rack with airflow; avoid trapping moisture.
      • Chewing/mastication considered beneficial for digestion and surface area.
• Electrolytes, water, and environmental toxin reduction
  • Distilled water
  • Removed fluoride (claim)
  • Removed mercury fillings (claim)
  • Stopped using plastic cookware; switched to wood/metal/ceramic
  • Stopped using microwave (claim)
  • Improved food sourcing (e.g., corn/soy-free eggs, “no nitrates” bacon)

3) Light, heat, and recovery modalities for brain/physiology

• “Light and sound” study
  • 40 Hz light and sound exposure (via goggles) as part of a 6-month protocol.
  • Improvements were interpreted as possibly driven by light/sound and/or diet, but strongly tied to hope and adherence in combination.
• Infrared sauna / hyperthermia
  • ~190°F sauna for 10–15 minutes, followed by a cold shower.
• Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
  • Used frequently: about 1.5 atmospheres, oxygen mask, ~90 minutes to 2 hours, “almost every day” (as described).

4) Cognitive rehabilitation & neuroplasticity practices

• Reading & written-word emphasis
  • Preference for real books over screens.
  • Reading while speaking/hearing oneself used as reinforcement for cognition.

• Learning new skills / challenging the brain

  • Neuroplasticity framed as requiring novelty (foreign-language learning suggested; crochet mentioned).

  • Backward/zig-zag walking and other activities done outside comfort zone.

  • Writing practice
  • Highlighted: handwriting/cursive to increase neural pathways and support recovery.
  • Cognitive “reserve” mindset
  • Progress framed through concepts like cognitive reserve and the Nun Study (plaques without symptoms).

5) Exercise & stress/fitness habits (framed as BDNF support)

• Daily movement goal
  • 45 minutes to 1 hour of exercise most days.
  • Includes: walking/hiking, stationary bike, and rowing.
• Resistance training
  • Suggested for bone density and overall brain support.
• Interval / higher-intensity bursts
  • Mention of 4x4-style intervals / wind sprints.
• Sunlight and circadian support
  • Direct morning sunlight on eyes/face, plus “grounding.”
• CPAP
  • Mentioned for sleep apnea as part of the ongoing plan.

6) Sleep, faith/community support, and emotional resilience

• Prayer and church/community support
  • Early after diagnosis: sought hands-on prayer and maintained daily prayer.
• Hope/mental health as part of the intervention
  • Light-and-sound described as improving mood/depression, which the group felt helped them stick to the regimen.

7) “Less plant-like / more purist carnivore” guidance (with cautions)

Dr. Anthony Chaffy challenged the “some plants are fine” approach and argued for limiting non-carnivore foods:

• Walnuts/black tea/caffeine and other non-meat items
  • Potential downsides discussed: defense chemicals (“toxins”), lectins, caffeine-related neurotoxicity claims, and seizure-trigger concerns.
• Tomatoes / black tea specifics
  • Claims about vine-ripened vs. picked-green, with the argument that traditional processing reduces toxins.
• Core advice
  • If already seeing results: keep the strict approach and tighten further to minimize foods that may irritate the brain.

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Productivity-style takeaways (behavioral discipline mirrored from their routine)

• Remove temptations systematically
  • Carb sources were discarded to reduce friction and relapse risk.
• Operationalize routines
  • Defined meal window (OMAD; around mid-afternoon).
  • Daily rehab-like brain activities plus exercise structure.
• Track outcomes via functional markers
  • Emphasis on practical changes (e.g., reading/cooking/task completion) and MoCA improvements (as reported by the study clinic).

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Presenters / sources (as mentioned in subtitles)

• Dr. Anthony Chaffy (host; Plant-Free MD podcast)
• Dean (guest storyteller)
• Jody/Jod (guest storyteller)
• Richard Scoff
• Dale Bredesen / Dale Bredson (mentioned as “Bredesen” protocol)
• Steven Gundry (Dr. Gundry)
• Dr. Mary Newport (TED talk mentioned)
• Glucose Goddess / Jesse Inchauspé (biochemist mentioned)
• Dr. Rhonda Patrick
• Brian Johnson (biohacker mentioned)
• Byron Johnson (appears to be an auto-caption mistake for Brian Johnson)
• Hal Kramer / Howel Cranmer (caregiving perspectives mentioned; exact naming unclear)
• Dave Mack
• Eddie Rodriguez
• Sally Norton
• Annelise Baron / Dr. Baron
• Richard Scoff (second one in Ohio) (mentioned as another pastor)
• Eileene (website “Strong Wise Good”)
• Dr. (primary doctor) and oncologist (not named)
• “The 700 Club” (featuring Richard Scoff)
• “Daily” (couple story referenced via 60 Minutes—names unclear)
• “The Notebook” (movie reference)
• The Young George Washington (film reference)
• Nun Study
• MoCA / Mocho score (cognitive assessment referenced)
• Plant-free / carnivore / ketogenic trial sources (mentioned by topic)
• Dr. Chris Palmer (Harvard; ketogenic approach for mental health referenced)
• Osler / Sir William Osler (historical reference)
• Dr. Sittingham (historically mentioned re: nutrition-based diabetes treatment)