Michael Waite
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Amanda Wiggins: Dementia Prevention, Vascular Health, and cGP | Episode 127
Amanda Wiggins: Dementia Prevention, Vascular Health, and cGP | Episode 127
Amanda Wiggins: Dementia Prevention, Vascular Health, and cGP | Episode 127
Wednesday 25th June 2025
Explore dementia prevention with Amanda Wiggins, as she discusses vascular health and the benefits of the cGP supplement.
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Episode Overview
- Lifestyle choices greatly impact dementia risk.
- Vascular health is key to brain health.
- cGP supplement aids in blood vessel repair.
- IGF-1 is linked to neuroprotection.
- Modifiable risk factors can reduce dementia risk.
"Keep those blood vessels bouncier. Neurons juicy juicy with a few little tricks and a supplement."
In this engaging episode, Amanda Wiggins, CEO of The cGP Lab in New Zealand, joins hosts Mdubs and Mick Watts to discuss the important topic of dementia prevention and vascular health. Amanda emphasizes the significant role lifestyle choices play across different life stages in influencing brain health and the risk of developing dementia. She explains how factors such as high blood sugar, diabetes, hypertension, smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption are closely tied to vascular health and, consequently, brain health.
One of the central discussions revolves around the supplement cGP (cyclic glycine proline), which Amanda introduces as a promising tool for supporting blood vessel repair and regulating IGF-1, an insulin-like growth factor. The conversation highlights the importance of maintaining healthy blood vessels to ensure proper blood flow to the brain, which is crucial for delivering oxygen and nutrients while removing cellular waste.
The episode also delves into the findings of the Lancet Commission, which identified various modifiable risk factors for dementia, including social isolation, air pollution, and sensory impairments in later life. Amanda underscores the importance of addressing these factors to reduce the risk of dementia. Furthermore, the episode touches on scientific studies exploring IGF-1's role in neuroprotection and its potential in mitigating the effects of conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.
Amanda shares insights into the development and benefits of cGP supplements, including cGP Max, which has been studied for its potential to improve mood and reduce anxiety and depression. Listeners are encouraged to consider these modifiable risk factors and lifestyle changes to better protect their brain health and reduce the risk of dementia. Amanda invites listeners to learn more about cGP and its benefits through her LinkedIn and the cGP Lab's science website.