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About

Austin
Perlmutter, MD

Science-backed strategies to protect your brain, improve cognition, and transform long-term health Dr. Austin Perlmutter is an MD, New York Times bestselling author, researcher, educator, podcaster and entrepreneur. His mission is to help people get their brains unstuck for better mental and cognitive health.
Dr. Austin Perlmutter

Credentials

A Pioneer in Preventive Neurology

Hi! I’m Austin, an internal medicine doctor who now focuses on helping people improve their health through better decisions, neuroscience, and lifestyle interventions. I believe our current model of healthcare is unsustainable, and that this is a result of missing true causes of our major issues: poor decision-making, rewired neurochemistry and bad mental health. I explore these topics in my podcast, my articles, my book Brain Wash and in research I’ve published in the medical literature.

I’m a big fan of nature exposure as both a hobby and as a medical intervention. I also believe in the power of sleep, empathy, and an anti-inflammatory diet as strategies to improve our physical and mental health.

I don’t have all the answers. My goal is to keep learning. I believe that as humans, we have an incredible potential to heal our bodies and our brains if we just ask the right questions. Join me in the journey!

Internal Medicine Doctor

Focus on neuroscience & lifestyle interventions

NYT Bestselling Author

Brain Wash: Detox Your Mind for Clearer Thinking, Deeper Relationships, and Lasting Happiness

Managing Director Big Bold Health

Pioneered a study exploring plant nutrient effects on human aging.

Frequent Media Contributor

PBS, Rolling Stone, Newsweek, NPR, Fox, CBS and more

CEO Lichen Air

Provides science-backed indoor air solutions for better brain health and longevity.

Research Consultant Helfgott Research Institute

Studies the epigenetic, metabolic, microbiome and immune effects of ayahuasca.

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