Hormones, Your Brain, and What Every Woman Should Know with Neurosurgeon Dr. Rupa Juthani

Is brain health really determined by genetics, or are there everyday habits that can make a meaningful difference? In this episode, Dr. Lucky Sekhon and Dr. Alicia Robbins are joined by neurosurgeon Dr. Rupa Juthani to separate facts from fiction when it comes to protecting your brain. Together, they explore the lifestyle habits most strongly associated with long-term cognitive health, including nutrition, exercise, sleep, social connection, hearing protection, alcohol use, and emerging research on creatine. They explain why brain health is about far more than crossword puzzles, how chronic inflammation may influence cognitive decline, and why protecting your brain starts decades before symptoms ever appear. The conversation also tackles some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding brain imaging, dementia prevention, and wellness trends. They discuss whether everyone should get screening MRIs, what symptoms actually warrant brain imaging, why incidental findings can create unnecessary anxiety, and how to make evidence-based decisions without falling into fear. Dr. Juthani also shares her experience working in a male-dominated field. Follow Dr. Rupa Juthani - @braintumorsurgeonIF YOU’RE TEXTING YOUR FRIENDS LIKE... You: Okay... what can I actually do to lower my risk of dementia? Also You: Why am I hearing so much about creatine?? Should I be taking it even if I'm not trying to build muscle? 3AM You: Should I be getting brain MRIs just to make sure nothing's wrong??? IF YOUR GOOGLE SEARCH HISTORY LOOKS LIKE THIS… How can I reduce my risk of dementia? Does hearing loss increase dementia risk? Is creatine good for brain health? Can creatine help with brain fog? Does alcohol increase dementia risk? Should everyone get a screening brain MRI? When do headaches need brain imaging? Can sleep deprivation affect brain health? What diet is best for brain health? Do antioxidants help prevent dementia? Does social isolation increase dementia risk? What are the warning signs of a brain tumor? YOU’VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE! Let’s continue the conversation! Leave us a voicemail with your questions at 754-CALLDOC (754) 225-5362. Nothing is off limits.  Follow Us on Instagram:  @callyourdoctorpodcast  @lucky.sekhon   @aliciarobbinsmd THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Quince: Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to quince.com/callyourdoctor. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.Alloy: Your sex life doesn't have to change ju