Welcome to Alzheimer’s Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman, MD, the transformative podcast that delves into the root causes of cognitive decline and provides real solutions for preventing—and even reversing—Alzheimer’s. Hosted by Dr. Josh Helman, MD, a Harvard-trained physician with advanced degrees in biochemistry, this show is designed for individuals living with Alzheimer’s, their loved ones, and anyone determined to preserve and improve brain health.
Each week, Dr. Josh demystifies the complexities of dementia, unpacks the latest breakthroughs in neurodegenerative research, and shares actionable lifestyle strategies drawn from his six years of clinical experience reversing Alzheimer’s. From tackling nutritional deficiencies and toxin exposure to exploring cutting-edge diagnostics and mind-body interventions, Alzheimer’s Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman, MD, turns every challenge into an opportunity to reclaim cognitive vitality and hope.
If you’re ready to discover evidence-based approaches that can restore mental clarity and empower you or your loved ones, tune in to Alzheimer’s Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman, MD, on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube. Get ready to embrace a brighter future—one breakthrough at a time.
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Can a Tick Bite Cause Alzheimer's? What Doctors Want You to Know | Dr. Miles Nichols, DAOM | #81
Episode 82
Thursday, September 17, 2026 • Duration 59:25
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For personalized guidance and support with reversing & preventing Alzheimer's, you can reach out to Dr. Josh Helman directly. Visit his website at http://drjosh.com or contact his office at (407) 221-8841 to learn more about how he can help your journey to a healthier brain.
Could hidden tick-borne infections or gut dysfunction be driving memory loss, brain fog, or even Alzheimer's disease? In this episode, host Dr. Josh Helman sits down with functional medicine expert Dr. Miles Nichols, DAOM to explore the deep connections between chronic infections, mitochondrial health, the gut-brain axis, and neurodegenerative disease.
Dr. Miles shares his personal journey overcoming severe chronic fatigue, mold exposure, and undetected tick-borne pathogens[3][4]. Together, they break down the science of how spirochetes cross the blood-brain barrier, why amyloid plaque might actually be the brain's defense mechanism, and how stackable lifestyle habits can help optimize brain health.
In this Episode:
00:00 – Intro: Meet Dr. Miles Nichols
01:01 – Dr. Miles' Personal Story: A Father's Sudden Death
Disclaimer: Please remember that this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your doctor or healthcare professional before making any changes to your treatment plan.
Can Magnets Heal the Brain? One Doctor's Surprising Answer | DrGarciaMagnetism #80
Episode 81
Friday, September 11, 2026 • Duration 48:47
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Could a simple pair of magnets hold the key to restoring brain health and healing traumatic brain injuries?
In this episode of Get Your Brain Back, Dr. Josh sits down with Dr. Luis Garcia, MD, a medical doctor, biomagnetism educator, and researcher, to explore the science and healing potential of biomagnetic pair therapy.
Dr. Garcia shares insights from his 18 years of clinical practice and research, starting from his medical training in Colombia to his 2008 study in Ecuador with Dr. Isaac Goiz, the founder of biomagnetism. They discuss how static magnetic fields of over 1,000 Gauss (far stronger than weak 200 Gauss refrigerator magnets) create a perpendicular electric field that excites minerals in blood flow, boosting mitochondrial ATP production, increasing vasodilation, and stimulating the body's natural healing pathways.
In this Episode:
00:00 – Can Magnets Heal the Brain?
01:51 – How Dr. Garcia Discovered Biomagnetism
07:46 – How Biomagnetism Works
14:55 – Magnets, EMF Sensitivity & Brain pH
23:49 – Biomagnetism vs. TMS
31:10 – Biomagnetism for Alzheimer’s & Brain Injuries
The Hospital Doctor Who Stopped Trusting the System That Trained Him | Dr. Linell King, MD #79
Episode 79
Thursday, September 3, 2026 • Duration 51:17
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Why are so many people leaving the hospital only to return years later sicker and on more medications than before? In this episode of the Alzheimer's Breakthrough Podcast, Dr. Josh Helman sits down with Dr. Linell King, MD, a Johns Hopkins trained internal medicine physician who walked away from conventional "disease care" to become one of America's leading voices in functional medicine and lifelong vitality.
Dr. King shares the personal wake up call, his father's battle with pancreatic cancer, that pushed him to question everything he was taught in medical school. Together, they break down why treating symptoms isn't the same as treating the root cause, how gut health directly shapes brain health and cognitive clarity, and why standard blood work misses the five biggest blind spots in your health. You'll also learn why high tech biohacking can't fix a broken foundation, how community and mentorship drive 80% of lasting health transformation, and one simple breathing technique you can use today to calm your nervous system in under 60 seconds.
If you or someone you love is worried about brain fog, fatigue, or long term cognitive decline, this conversation will change how you think about aging, medication, and what true vitality really means.
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Why the Air Inside Your Home Could Be Worse Than Outside | Brian Vaszily, Longevity Expert | #78
Episode 78
Thursday, August 27, 2026 • Duration 56:43
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For personalized guidance and support with reversing & preventing Alzheimer's, you can reach out to Dr. Josh Helman directly. Visit his website at http://drjosh.com or contact his office at (407) 221-8841 to learn more about how he can help your journey to a healthier brain.
Are the products in your home quietly increasing your risk of Alzheimer's and dementia? In this episode of Alzheimer's Breakthrough, Dr. Josh Helman sits down with Brian Vaszily, a Natural Health & Longevity Expert, to expose the hidden toxin exposure most people never think about — from the cosmetics on your skin to the water coming out of your tap.
Brian and Dr. Josh break down the three ways toxins enter your body (food, air, and skin), why fluoride and metals like aluminum and mercury pose a real threat to brain health, how endocrine disruptors and phthalates silently wreak havoc on your hormones and cognition, and the practical, budget-friendly steps you can start taking today — from air and water filtration to reading labels the right way — to dramatically reduce your toxic load and protect your brain for the long run.
In this episode:
00:00 – The Hidden Toxin Problem & Brain Health
04:22 – The 3 Ways Toxins Enter Your Body
08:13 – What Counts as a Toxin & How It Affects the Brain
11:30 – Fluoride, Metals & Neurotoxins
19:00 – Endocrine Disruptors, Pesticides & Personal Care Products
25:00 – Forever Chemicals & Why Water Filtration Matters
The Hidden Link Between Your Arteries & Alzheimer’s risk | Dr. Daniel LaPerriere, MD Weighs In | #77
Episode 77
Thursday, August 20, 2026 • Duration 50:05
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For personalized guidance and support with reversing & preventing Alzheimer's, you can reach out to Dr. Josh Helman directly. Visit his website at http://drjosh.com or contact his office at (407) 221-8841 to learn more about how he can help your journey to a healthier brain.
Can the health of your blood vessels hold the key to preventing and reversing cognitive decline? In this episode of Alzheimer's Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman, Dr. Josh welcomes Dr. Daniel LePerrier, MD, a functional and integrative medicine specialist from Colorado Concierge Functional Medicine (COCFM), to discuss why the vascular system is the vital delivery system for your brain's oxygen and energy.
Together, they break down how the endothelial cells and their protective "Teflon-like" glycocalyx layer act as your blood vessels' main defense shield, why traditional medicine often waits too long to address microvascular decay, and the advanced diagnostics and therapeutic protocols—from targeted supplements like Arterosil to Exercise with Oxygen Therapy (EWOT)—used to optimize brain perfusion and reverse memory loss.
In this episode:
00:00 – Dr. Dan’s Journey to Functional Medicine
04:22 – Can Alzheimer’s Be Reversed?
06:18 – Why Blood Flow Matters for Brain Health
11:21 – Understanding the Endothelium & Glycocalyx
19:49 – Vascular Tests for Alzheimer’s Risk
27:53 – Lifestyle & Supplements for Better Blood Flow
Why This Common Nose Problem Could Affect Your Memory | Dr. Nafysa Parpia, ND Explains #76
Episode 76
Thursday, August 13, 2026 • Duration 48:31
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For personalized guidance and support with reversing & preventing Alzheimer's, you can reach out to Dr. Josh Helman directly. Visit his website at http://drjosh.com or contact his office at (407) 221-8841 to learn more about how he can help your journey to a healthier brain.
Is cognitive decline hiding in your sinuses? In this episode of Alzheimer's Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman, Dr. Josh welcomes Dr. Nafysa Parpia, ND, a leading naturopathic doctor treating complex chronic illness, to explore how chronic, low-grade sinus infections, tick-borne disease, and environmental toxins can bypass the blood-brain barrier and drive brain inflammation.
Together, they break down the five root causes of complex chronic illness, why standard labs often miss what's really going on, and the multi-step functional protocols — from the "4R" sinus protocol to nasal probiotics, immune-modulating peptides, and low-dose naltrexone — used to help patients recover cognitive function.
In this episode:
00:00 – Introduction & Dr. Nafysa's Pathway to Naturopathic Medicine
03:39 – The Five Root Causes of Complex Chronic Illness (Lyme, Mold & Toxins)
07:33 – Why Standard Labs Fail & The Genetics of Inflammation
11:24 – The Sinus-Brain Connection: Chronic Rhinosinusitis & Three Pathways to the Brain
34:41 – LDN, Sinus Surgery vs. Jaw Cavitations & Natural Remedies
The Race Car Driver Secret Hiding in Your Aging Brain | Dr. Tommy Wood, PhD Explains #75
Episode 75
Thursday, August 6, 2026 • Duration 01:07:40
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For personalized guidance and support with reversing & preventing Alzheimer's, you can reach out to Dr. Josh Helman directly. Visit his website at http://drjosh.com or contact his office at (407) 221-8841 to learn more about how he can help your journey to a healthier brain.
Is cognitive decline an inevitable part of aging, or can we train our brains to resist it?
In this episode of Alzheimer's Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman, Dr. Josh welcomes Dr. Tommy Wood, MD, PhD, a neuroscientist, researcher, and author of The Stimulated Mind, to discuss actionable ways to future-proof the brain against dementia
Together, they explore the concept of cognitive reserve, the importance of applying the physical "stimulus, recovery, and adaptation" model to our brains, and how getting fewer than six hours of sleep can be a critical risk factor for Alzheimer's.
Dr. Wood also explains the ongoing capability of adult neuroplasticity, the promising role of ketones in brain metabolism, and how social sports can be more effective than treadmill dual-tasking to keep your mind sharp.
In this episode:
00:00 Introduction & Dr. Tommy Wood's Background
09:41 Is Brain Decline Inevitable with Age?
14:27 Elite Athletes & Longevity in High-Level Performance
19:21 Sleep as a Critical Factor for Brain Health
25:14 Building Cognitive Reserve & Adult Neuroplasticity
38:21 Brain Supply and Demand: Avoiding Overstimulation
42:18 The Power of Social Sports (Tennis, Pickleball, Dance)
44:26 Ketones, Energy Production, and Gut Health
What Do Cell Phones and Alzheimer's Have in Common? | Chuck Papageorgiou Explains #74
Episode 74
Thursday, July 30, 2026 • Duration 46:56
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Could electromagnetic radio frequency technology become a breakthrough in the fight against Alzheimer's disease?
In this episode of **Alzheimer's Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman**, Dr. Josh welcomes **Chuck Papageorgiou**, CEO of NeuroEM Therapeutics, to discuss an innovative wearable technology designed to support brain health and currently being studied as a potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease.
Together, they explore how carefully controlled radio frequency energy may help disrupt amyloid-beta and tau protein accumulations, support mitochondrial ATP production, reduce brain inflammation, and improve cognitive function. Chuck also explains the accidental scientific discovery that led to this technology, the ongoing FDA clinical trials, safety considerations, artificial intelligence, and what the future may hold for non-invasive therapies for Alzheimer's and other neurological conditions.
In this episode:
00:00 Introduction & The Accidental Discovery
03:21 Can Cell Phone Radiation Help Alzheimer's?
06:05 How NeuroEM Technology Works
11:52 The Wearable Brain Health Device
15:19 Safety, Side Effects & Clinical Studies
20:49 Using the Device at Home
27:37 AI, Engineering & Future Development
31:28 Real Patient Success Stories
Your Genes Aren't Why You'll Get Alzheimer's | Dr. Xavier Figueroa, PhD Explains #73
Episode 73
Thursday, July 23, 2026 • Duration 01:02:41
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Can boosting your body's master antioxidant help support brain health and reduce Alzheimer's risk? In this episode of Alzheimer's Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman, Dr. Josh welcomes Dr. Xavier A. Figueroa, PhD, a neuroscientist with more than 20 years of experience in Alzheimer's disease, neurobiology, biotechnology, and cancer research.
Together, they explore the science of glutathione, the body's primary intracellular antioxidant, and its role in protecting the brain from oxidative stress, supporting mitochondrial function, strengthening immune health, detoxification, and promoting healthy aging. They also examine how environmental toxins, nutrition, targeted supplementation, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy may influence cognitive health and Alzheimer's prevention.
In this episode:
00:00 Introduction & Why Glutathione Matters
05:18 The Master Antioxidant Explained
15:47 Oxidative Stress & Alzheimer's Disease
27:36 Toxins, Heavy Metals & Brain Health
41:12 NAC, GlyNAC & Glutathione Supplements
55:41 Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy & Brain Recovery
1:00:00 Final takeaways
While glutathione research continues to evolve, this conversation provides valuable insights into the biological mechanisms behind brain aging and practical strategies that may help support long-term cognitive health.
What Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Have in Common | Dr. Steve Blake # 72
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Could the foods we eat, the toxins we’re exposed to, and even the medications we take be influencing our risk of Parkinson’s disease and other neurodegenerative conditions?
In this episode of Alzheimer’s Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman, Dr. Josh sits down with Dr. Steve Blake, ScD, a Parkinson’s specialist and expert in brain health, to explore the connection between environmental toxins, inflammation, diet, and neurological disease.
Dr. Blake explains how pesticides and persistent organic pollutants may contribute to chronic inflammation and the buildup of harmful proteins associated with Parkinson’s disease. He also shares practical strategies for reducing toxin exposure and supporting brain health through nutrition.
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Disclaimer: Please remember that this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your doctor or healthcare professional before making any changes to your treatment plan.
Disclaimer: Please remember that this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your doctor or healthcare professional before making any changes to your treatment plan.
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55:06 The Holistic vs. Reductionist Approach to Medicine
58:11 Dealing with the Emotional Toll of Cognitive Decline
01:03:30 Connect with Dr. Tommy Wood
This conversation provides an exciting look at the science behind lifestyle interventions, brain health, and practical, non-drug approaches to supporting cognitive function.
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While this technology remains investigational for Alzheimer's disease, this conversation provides an exciting look at the science behind electromagnetic therapy, brain health, and the future of non-drug approaches to supporting cognitive function.
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