David PerlmutterPresident,, Perlmutter Health Center · Board-Certified Neurologist | Functional Medicine Pioneer | #1 New York Times Best-Selling Author | International Speaker | Host of The Empowering Neurologist Podcast

The Kind of Shot I Take for My Brain

7 Aug 2026 · 0 min

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In this brief monologue, Dr. David Perlmutter highlights polyphenols as one of the most important dietary constituents for brain health. He points to extra‑virgin olive oil (EVOO) as a top source of polyphenols, suggesting that the polyphenol content of EVOO may explain at least part of the health benefits associated with the Mediterranean diet.

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