Happy & Healthy with Amy
Do you want to protect your brain from Alzheimer's disease so you can be sharp and stay sharp for life? This podcast is for you.
Your host, Amy Lang, master certified health coach and founder of Moxie Club will be sharing with you the lessons learned and insights gained from 20+ years as a health club owner and Alzheimer's prevention coach.
For more information, visit www.moxie-club.com
Episodes
364 episodes
Culture For Sale: The Conflict Between Profit and Prevention
In this episode, we're exploring the relationship between healthcare, profit, and prevention.Find out how Western and Eastern medicine approach prevention differently, why our healthcare system prioritizes managing symptoms over prevent...
Culture For Sale: Big Pharma's Influence On Your Health
Is the healthcare system designed to keep you dependent rather than empowered? In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on Big Pharma's influence on healthcare and how it impacts our choices. Discover why our healthcare syst...
Culture For Sale: The Rise of Obesity
Are our modern conveniences fueling a health crisis?In this episode of the Happy and Healthy with Amy podcast, we delve into the rise of obesity and chronic disease, breaking down how fast food, ultra-processed foods, and our h...
Culture For Sale: The Psychology Behind Why We Buy
This week, we dive into the third installment of the Culture for Sale series, unpacking how brands use psychological tactics—especially fear—to shape consumer behavior.Episode Highlights:Understanding FUD:<...
Culture For Sale: How Macroculture Influences Your Habits
In Part 2 of our "Culture for Sale" series, we're exploring how major brands have significantly shaped our values and, subsequently, our habits.By examining the influence of big brands like McDonald's, Walmart, Costco, Procter & Gam...
Culture For Sale: How Big Brands Influence Our Values
Have you ever considered how brands like McDonald's, Walmart, and Amazon shape the way we live, eat, and even think?In this eye-opening episode, we're going on an adventure into the world of "macroculture" to explore how these megabrand...
4 Key Components of Cognitive Reserve to Protect Your Brain
Did you know that some people can have signs of Alzheimer’s but show no cognitive decline? The secret lies in something called "cognitive reserve."In this episode, Amy breaks down the four essential components of cognitive reserv...
How Stress Impacts the Brain
In this episode, we're exploring the various ways stress affects your brain, both positively and negatively.We'll discuss the key differences between eustress (the beneficial kind) and distress (the harmful kind), and reveal practical s...
Protect Your Brain with the MIND Diet: Essential Tips for Brain Health
Ever wonder how your diet can affect your brain health?In this episode, Amy dives into the MIND Diet—a powerful combination of the Mediterranean and DASH diets—designed to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline.Whe...
The Essential Micronutrients To Protect Your Brain
In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of micronutrients and their critical role in brain health.Building on our previous episodes about fats, proteins, carbohydrates, and hydration, we now unpack the concepts of oxidative st...
Optimizing Macros for Your Brain Health
In this episode, we're focusing on the three essential macronutrients—fats, proteins, and carbohydrates—and how they influence our brain health and cognitive functions like memory, focus, performance, problem-solving skills and even mood.
Why Water is Essential for Brain Health
Did you know that your brain is 75% water, and even mild dehydration can have a negative impact on your focus, memory, and mood? In this episode, I talk about the crucial role of hydration in optimizing your brain health so you can...
How To Optimize Your Sleep
Ready to revamp your relationship with sleep? I've got you covered.The more I investigate the myriad factors involved in living a vibrant, healthy life, the more I'm struck by how important our sleep is to our health and well-being. &nb...
The Best Exercises to Strengthen Cognition
You've probably heard that exercise is good for your brain. But have you wondered what exercise is best?Well, in this episode, we're going to explore how various types of exercise, from aerobics and strength training to sports, dance, a...
Is Alzheimer's Really Hereditary?
Do you have a family history of Alzheimer's? Worried that your genes are destiny?Given that my mom is now suffering from this devastating disease and hopes she hasn't given it to me, I decided to see if I can answer the question.
The Critical Role of Sleep in Alzheimer's Prevention
In this episode, I'm discussing a topic that touches millions of lives: Alzheimer's Disease. We'll talk about the staggering costs of Alzheimer's, not just in financial terms, but in the profound emotional, mental and physical toll it takes on ...
Alzheimer's and Diabetes
Do you know about the connection between diabetes and Alzheimer's and what you can do to reduce your risk of developing both?In this episode, I explore this connection, the different forms of Alzheimer's, how genetics and lifestyle can ...
The Alzheimer's Research Debacle
Do you want to know the truth behind the groundbreaking 2006 study that played a major role in the direction of research on Alzheimer's disease for the past 16 years? In this episode, Amy Lang delves into the history of Alzheimer's rese...
How To Prevent Cognitive Decline
In this episode, we're take a closer look at one of the top fears we have about aging – cognitive decline and specifically, Alzheimer's disease.Unlike mobility issues or cancer that affects what you can do, Alzheimer's is a diseas...
Leveraging Your Cycle with Renae Fieck
In today's episode, we delve into the concept of feminine leadership with our special guest, Renae Fieck. She shares invaluable insights on slowing down, being mindful of our emotional needs, and using breathwork to connect with our bodies’ sub...
Delaying The Onset of Menopause
In this episode, we'll explore why you might want to postpone menopause, despite the freedom from your menstrual cycles.We'll discuss the symptoms associated with perimenopause and menopause, such as hot flashes, sleep disturbances, and...
Empowering Your Menopause Journey
In today's episode, I discuss the symptoms of menopause, the effects of changes in our estrogen levels as you transition from pre-menopause to post-menopause, and explore the various options available to optimize your brain and body health duri...
The Effects of Menopause on Your Brain and Body: 7 Critical Roles of Estrogen in Women's Health
In this episode, we're exploring what menopause really means, its impact on our bodies beyond just reproduction, and the significant and far-reaching role estrogen plays in our brain health, mental health, cardiovascular health, and metabolic h...
Caring For Aging Parents: Balancing Independence and Safety
In this episode, I'm sharing some difficult and hard-earned lessons learned about caring for my aging parents.As a couple, despite my mother's moderate and progressing Alzheimer's disease and my father's mobility challenges, they are ab...