Bardutz Brain Health

08/14/2026

Want to boost your mood and protect your mind? It all starts in your gut! 🍏🧠

It might surprise you to learn that 80% to 90% of your serotonin, the chemical responsible for making you feel happy and balanced, is made by your gut, not your brain.

This is why diets like the Mediterranean and MIND diets are so powerful at reducing your risk of dementia. As I show with my two toy friends here: feed your body processed junk, and your brain suffers. Feed it real, whole foods, and you're quite literally growing and protecting your brain!

What did you feed your brain today? 👇

08/11/2026

When we think of blood pressure, we usually think of heart health, but did you know it plays an equally critical role in protecting your brain health and cognitive function as you age?

On August 25, Dr. Jyotpal (Joe) Singh and I are hosting an interactive session dedicated to understanding your blood pressure beyond the clinic walls.

Together, we’ll explore how blood vessel health directly impacts brain function, why relying on isolated clinic readings can be misleading, and how everyday habits directly influence your numbers. Whether you're managing your own health or supporting a loved one, you'll walk away with evidence-based, practical tools for preventive care.

If you’re interested in supporting your brain and cardiovascular health for the long haul, you won't want to miss this session.
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Know Your Numbers: The Story Behind Blood Pressure
- Tuesday, August 25
- 10:30–11:30 a.m. (Regina time)
- Live on Zoom
- Recording available if you can’t attend live
- $30

https://www.bardutzbrainhealth.com/events/know-your-numbers-the-story-behind-blood-pressure

Register today to secure your spot and start tracking your vital stats with confidence.

Back to All Events Know Your Numbers: The Story Behind Blood Pressure with Dr Jyotpal Singh Tuesday, August 25, 2026 10:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Google Calendar ICS Register Now ($30/Ticket) Blood pressure is one of the simplest health measurements we can take, yet it offers a powerful window into our...

08/06/2026

Want to optimize your brain health? You just need to remember one word: DESS.

These are the 5 main pillars of lifestyle medicine that we focus on to keep your brain functioning at its absolute best:
- Diet & Nutrition 🥗
- Exercise 🏃‍♀️
- Stress Management 🧘‍♀️
- Sleep 😴
- Socialization 👥

Master these five pillars, change your trajectory. Hit follow to learn how to optimize each one! ✨

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08/03/2026

We’ve all had our blood pressure taken dozens of times. But when you leave the clinic, do you actually know what those two numbers mean for your long-term heart and brain health?

On August 25, I’ll be joined by Dr. Jyotpal (Joe) Singh for a practical session on the real story behind blood pressure.

We’ll break down what your systolic and diastolic numbers actually reveal, why long-term trends matter far more than a single reading, and how simple lifestyle adjustments can protect your cardiovascular and cognitive system over time. Dr. Singh will also share best practices for accurate home tracking to avoid common errors that skew your data.

If you’ve ever wondered how to make sense of your vital stats, this conversation will empower you to take charge of your health trajectory.

Know Your Numbers: The Story Behind Blood Pressure
- Tuesday, August 25
- 10:30–11:30 a.m. (Regina time)
- Live on Zoom
- Recording available if you can’t attend live
- $30

https://www.bardutzbrainhealth.com/events/know-your-numbers-the-story-behind-blood-pressure

Join us for this informative discussion and learn how to track and protect your health more effectively.

Back to All Events Know Your Numbers: The Story Behind Blood Pressure with Dr Jyotpal Singh Tuesday, August 25, 2026 10:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Google Calendar ICS Register Now ($30/Ticket) Blood pressure is one of the simplest health measurements we can take, yet it offers a powerful window into our...

07/29/2026

🧬 To anyone afraid of their family history with Alzheimer’s: Your genes are not your destiny.

Let's look at the science:
▫️ Gene from one parent = ~30% risk
▫️ Gene from both parents = ~60% risk
🧠 Targeted lifestyle changes = Reduces risk by 30%

The daily choices you make can actively counteract your genetic risk. You have so much more control over your future brain health than you think.

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07/22/2026

🧠 Plot twist: Brain health isn't just an "older person" topic.

Social media might be new to me, but the science behind it isn't.
The latest research shows that people in their 30s and 40s actually have the greatest ability to change their future brain health.

Why? Because your brain is still highly capable of making new neurons faster and better. The catch? This is also the exact time in life when we tend to drop our healthy lifestyle habits and stop learning.

You have the power to change the trajectory right now. 🎯

Save this post as a reminder to never stop learning, and stay tuned for actionable, science-backed tips to keep your brain sharp!

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07/16/2026

07/13/2026

A 3-year waitlist?! Let’s fix that.

Hi everyone, Dr. Holly Bardutz here!

As a brain researcher at the University of Regina, I’ve spent years studying how our daily lifestyle choices directly shape our brain health.

When I started teaching these strategies locally, I had no idea the response would be this massive.

My classes now sell out on the very first morning, and the in-person waitlist is officially three years long!

I hate making people wait to take control of their health, so I did something about it: I've brought everything online so I can finally reach all of you.

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07/02/2026

What stresses you might surprise you. Some people love cooking, others dread it: "What am I going to cook for supper tonight!?" Some get excited about tomorrow's social event, others want to hide.

Start with awareness with what stresses you, because everyone is different. You are the CEO, the manager and the worker of yourself and your own life.

Meditation is an excellent way to handle stress, Try just 2 minutes of meditation daily to start with. Not 30 minutes on weekends - that might be too big or a jump. So start with 2 minutes to bring your brain back to center to break up the period of stress.

Exercise, socialize, take breaks. Brain health is supposed to be fun. Hear the full approach below.