Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week, Dr. Reller is joined by neurologist Dr. Ashanthi Gajaweera to discuss dementia prevention, brain health, and why lifestyle habits decades earlier may shape cognitive health later in life.

In this episode, they explore the connection between menopause and brain health, how exercise and sleep impact dementia risk, the importance of metabolic health and body composition, and why mindset and lifelong learning may help build cognitive resilience. Dr. Gajaweera also shares how her practice focuses on preventative neurology and empowering patients to take proactive steps for healthier brain aging.

Ashanthi Gajaweera, MD is a board-certified neurologist and founder of Healthspan Neurology PC — a neurologist-led practice dedicated to cognitive longevity and Alzheimer's prevention for men and women. As one of a small number of neurologists to be a Menopause Society Certified Provider, she also brings a unique perspective to the intersection of women's brain health and menopause, a critical window of opportunity to protect cognitive longevity.

An MIT-trained mechanical engineer turned neurologist, Dr. Gajaweera brings a systems-thinking and evidence-informed approach to brain health for men and women alike — one that goes far beyond memory testing to assess, stratify, and modify real risk.

She sees patients throughout New York State and speaks widely on Alzheimer's prevention, the menopausal brain, and evidence-based strategies for cognitive longevity.

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Ashanthi Gajaweera
01:10 Why Dr. G shifted from traditional neurology to dementia prevention
03:05 Can dementia really be prevented?
04:28 Why the healthcare system struggles with brain prevention
08:20 Why Alzheimer’s changes may begin decades before symptoms
11:50 What “preventative neurology” actually looks like
16:15 The connection between body composition, diabetes, and dementia risk
19:50 Why VO2 max and exercise matter for brain health
24:40 Menopause, estrogen, and women’s brain health
35:15 The top habits to support lifelong brain health

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Website: www.healthspanneurology.com
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Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week, I am joined by Dr. Jaspreet Dhau, an environmental scientist and indoor air quality expert, for Part 2 of our conversation on the air inside our homes and how it impacts our health. In this episode, we explore practical ways to improve indoor air quality, including ventilation, humidity control, mold prevention, cooking pollutants, carbon dioxide buildup, and how to choose effective air purification systems. Dr. Dhau shares insights on HEPA filtration, activated carbon, PCO technology, and why indoor air may be one of the most overlooked factors in wellness. Tune in to learn actionable steps you can take to improve the air your family breathes every day.

Dr. Jaspreet Dhau is an environmental scientist and indoor air quality expert whose work focuses on airborne pollutants, filtration technologies, and the health effects of the air we breathe indoors. He combines scientific research with practical solutions to help families create healthier indoor environments.

00:00 Introduction to Part 2 and Practical Indoor Air Solutions
02:10 Humidity, Mold Growth, and Source Control
05:02 Carbon Dioxide, Ventilation, and Cognitive Health
08:14 Gas Stoves, Cooking Pollutants, and Range Hoods
11:26 Are All Air Purifiers Created Equal?
15:08 HEPA, Carbon Filters, and PCO Technology Explained
20:34 Air Purifiers and Allergic Inflammation Research
24:12 Do You Need an Air Purifier in Every Room?
27:08 The Future of Indoor Air Quality and Air Cleaning
30:04 Where to Learn More About Molekule and Indoor Air Science

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Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week, I’m joined by Dr. Jaspreet Dhau of Molekule to discuss how indoor air quality affects allergies, asthma, sleep, and long-term health. We explore hidden pollutants in the home, practical ways to improve air quality through ventilation and filtration, and how cleaner air may support better breathing and better sleep.

Dr. Jaspreet Dhau, Vice President of Research and Development at Molekule, brings over 19 years of extensive research experience from both academia and industry. He has made significant contributions to the field, holding positions at prestigious institutions such as SRI International, Punjabi University, and Florida Polytechnic University.

Dr. Dhau has a proven track record of innovation and commercialization, with seven technologies brought to market, including a spin-off company, Averatek Incorporation, and the Academy of Scientists for Industrial Research and Education. He has spearheaded over 20 research and product development projects, some of which were funded by the U.S. Department of Defense.

His academic achievements are equally impressive. He is a recipient of the Pran Nath Vohra Research and Entrepreneurship award and the Distinguished Alumnus award from Panjab University. The National Academy of Inventors has recognized him as one of the top emerging inventors of 2022, and he has been inducted as a Senior Member of the Academy.

Dr. Dhau's research interests are diverse and impactful, encompassing indoor air purification, photocatalysis, organochalcogen chemistry, fluorine-free chemistry for fire suppression, corrosion protection, and additive manufacturing. He has mentored numerous Ph.D. students and research scholars, guiding them through their academic journeys.

With over 30 patent applications filed, including 20 granted patents in the U.S. and other countries, and over 65 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Dhau's research has been widely recognized and cited. He has secured over $6 million in grants from various State and Federal agencies.

Recently, Dr. Dhau has been at the forefront of groundbreaking research, evaluating the impact of air purification on allergies/asthma and clinical recovery in mild or moderate COVID patients.

00:00 Introduction to Indoor Air Quality and Why It Matters
02:15 Dr. Dhau’s Personal Story and Inspiration
06:48 Why Indoor Air Quality Belongs in Preventive Medicine
11:20 Hidden Indoor Pollutants Affecting Health
17:05 Sources of VOCs, Particulates, Mold and Irritants
23:12 Four Key Steps to Improve Indoor Air Quality
29:08 Ventilation, HVAC Filters and MERV Ratings
36:22 Air Quality, Sleep and the Breathing Zone
44:15 HEPA vs PECO Technology Explained
53:20 Practical Takeaways + Part Two Preview

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