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Bite by Bite: Nutrition for LifeAuthor: Purdue University Extension - Health & Human Sciences
Welcome to Bite by Bite: Nutrition for Life. A broadcast of Purdue University Extension, where we cut through the hype, explore the science behind food & nutrition, and provide practical tips for incorporating healthful strategies into everyday life. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Your Brain Is Mostly Fat (Don’t Panic)
Wednesday, 25 February, 2026
Fat has a reputation problem, but your brain didn’t get the memo. In this episode, we break down the real role of fat in brain structure, signaling, and lifelong cognitive health, along with the often-overlooked nutrient choline and its connection to memory and brain cells.We talk about why babies need high-fat diets for rapid brain development, why adults still need fat (just the right kinds), and how heart health and brain health are deeply connected. You’ll hear the nuance around fat quality, saturated fat, and how overall diet patterns matter more than single “super nutrients.”This episode is for anyone interested in protecting their brain as they age, thinking about long-term health, and those who want evidence-based nutrition information without the extremes or social media hype.
