Food is medicine, or it's poison. Knowing what to eat and having the discipline to stick to the plan are usually the biggest game-changers for improving the health of both your body and your brain. In this video, Dr. Amen shares his 11 simple food rules you can begin implementing in your life today to optimize your health and be your best. In 2020, The BMJ published a study exploring the role diet and nutrition play in mental health, with the lead authors stating, "Poor nutrition may be a causal factor in the experience of low mood, and improving diet may help to protect not only the physical health but also the mental health of the population." In other words, food matters for mental health. Unfortunately, a number of foods and food ingredients, common in the standard American diet, are toxic to mental health. They can harm your brain and put you at increased risk for brain and mental health conditions such as depression, ADD/ADHD, anxiety disorders, and dementia. Awareness of the following toxic foods can help you to avoid what increases mental health problems and choose brain-healthy foods instead.

1. Holly Madison's mental health journey
2. Her experience battling depression
3. Brain scan findings and what they may reveal
4. How brain health affects mood and emotional wellness
5. Practical strategies for supporting mental health

In this week's episode, Dr. Amen sits down with actress Jennie Garth. Six years ago, Jennie Garth was struggling with something she couldn't quite explain: brain fog, memory lapses, mental fatigue, and a growing fear that something wasn't right. Now, in a powerful and deeply personal conversation, Jennie sits down with Dr. Amen to uncover the science behind her symptoms, the surprising factors affecting her brain health, and the steps she took to reclaim her focus, energy, and confidence. From hormonal changes and stress to brain imaging and breakthrough solutions, this episode offers hope for anyone who has ever felt like they're not operating at their best. What caused Jennie's brain fog? What did Dr. Amen discover? And what can you do if you're experiencing the same symptoms? Don't miss this eye-opening conversation about brain health, healing, and getting your mind back.

Responsibility is one of Tana's favorite words because it's a word that helped her get through a difficult time in her life. However, many people tend to confuse the word 'responsibility' with 'blame', which can lead to problems. As Tana and Dr. Daniel Amen share in this episode, the two words have quite different meanings. This concept, taken from Dr. Amen's upcoming book 'Your Brain is Always Listening', explains why those who take on responsibility need to make sure that self-care is always taken into account first before the needs of others.

On this week's episode of Change Your Brain Every Day, Dr. Amen sits down with real estate investor and TV personality Tarek El Moussa. Tarek came to see Dr. Amen 1-year ago and his brain was struggling. This episode is an update on Tarek's progress after a year on the Amen program. Dr. Amen delivers Tarek's brain scan results.