A doctor and neurologist’s staple routines for longevity: ‘To protect the brain, you have to protect the rest of the body’ Dr. David Dodick, a neurologist and longevity medicine expert, transitioned his focus from treating diseases to prevention, advocating for a holistic approach to health. He emphasizes the interconnectedness of body and brain health, sharing his personal wellness routine that includes exercise, sleep, cognitive engagement, a MIND diet, and strong social connections.

• Dr. David Dodick, a neurologist, now focuses on longevity and preventive care, believing in optimizing health to prevent diseases like dementia and cancer.
• His wellness routine includes prioritizing sleep, engaging in at least 150 minutes of zone-two exercise weekly, daily aerobic exercise, interval sprinting, and resistance training.
• Cognitive health is maintained through learning new skills, combining motor and cognitive activities, and stress management techniques like meditation and biofeedback.
• Dodick follows a MIND diet, rich in legumes, fish, poultry, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and olive oil, while avoiding ultra-processed foods and excessive alcohol.
• Maintaining social fitness is crucial, involving daily engagement with family and friends through calls, walks, and social outings.
• He is currently reading “Super Agers: An Evidence-Based Approach to Longevity” and “The Infinity Machine: Demis Hassabis, DeepMind, and the Quest for Superintelligence.”