The XX Brain: The Groundbreaking Science Empowering Women to Prevent Dementia

The XX Brain by Dr. Mosconi explores scientific research into differences in how women’s brains age compared with men’s. It is a non-fiction book focused on women’s brain health and ageing. Key details Author: Dr. Mosconi Focuses on research into sex differences in brain ageing Discusses the decline of oestrogen as a brain-protective hormone Covers topics including brain fog, memory lapses, depression, stress and insomnia Considers diet, stress reduction and sleep as evidence-based approaches Examines hormone replacement therapy, environmental toxins and the microbiome Synopsis Women are described as being more likely than men to experience anxiety, depression, migraines, brain injuries, strokes and Alzheimer’s disease, while scientific research has historically treated women as essentially the same as men aside from reproductive organs. The XX Brain present...