The Science-Backed Benefits of Nutrition and Nature with Austin Perlmutter, MD (ep-50)

In this episode, host Ginger Hultin explores the relationship between nature and brain health with Dr. Austin Perlmutter, an internal medicine doctor. They discuss the importance of spending time outdoors, its effects on the microbiome and immune system, and practical tips for incorporating nature into daily life to improve mental and cognitive health. 

In this episode, we’ll cover:  

02:00 Practical Tips for Incorporating Nature into Daily Life 

02:36 The Impact of Modern Lifestyle on Brain Health 

05:35 Benefits of Nature Exposure 

11:54 Understanding and Managing Stress 

22:05 Forest Bathing and Mindfulness 

25:00 Disconnection Syndrome and Reconnecting with Nature 

32:35 Future of Brain Health Research 

About Ginger Hultin, MS, RD, CSO: 

Ginger Hultin is an integrative, clinical dietitian and cancer nutrition specialist with a master’s degree from Bastyr University, where she currently serves as adjunct faculty teaching clinical nutrition. She has been in practice for over 10 years using a personalized, holistic nutrition approach. She runs a full-time virtual private practice, Ginger Hultin Nutrition where she helps clients with complex health problems improve their health thought nutrition. In addition to being the host of The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast, she is an author of two books, Anti-inflammatory Diet Meal Prep and the How to Eat to Beat Disease Cookbook. Ginger is also currently pursuing her doctorate in clinical nutrition. 

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About Dr. Perlmutter 

Dr. Austin Perlmutter is a board-certified internal medicine physician, New York Times bestselling author, published researcher, health investor and international educator. He currently serves as the executive director and research lead at Big Bold Health, a food-as-medicine company focused on helping people rejuvenate health through better immune function, where he is running a first-of-its kind study exploring the effects of plant nutrients on human aging through epigenetics. Dr. Perlmutter’s mission is help people improve their health by targeting the biological basis of “stuckness” in our brains and bodies. His writing, presentations, podcasts, and online educational programs explore how environmental factors influence our cognitive and mental state and have reached millions.  

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This podcast is produced by Larj Media. 

Additional Links: 

Dr. Perlmutter’s book is, “Brain Wash: Detox Your Mind for Clearer Thinking, Deeper Relationships, and Lasting happiness,” available at https://drperlmutter.com/