Boosting BDNF: The Brain Fertilizer for Mood, Memory, and Mental Health

In this 151st episode, we unpack Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) — often called “fertilizer for the brain.” We explore what BDNF is, why it matters for learning, memory, and mood, and how low BDNF shows up in conditions like depression, cognitive decline, and neurodegenerative disease.

Then we dive into evidence-based strategies to naturally support BDNF through exercise, nutrition, sleep, stress management, and targeted supplements, plus emerging data on acupuncture.