In this episode of the what science says podcast, our host and neuroscientist, Mahshad, explores how air pollution damages the brain and increases the risk of developing Parkinson's, and the damage can start from a very young age and accumulate over time. But the good news is, we also learn about very effective tools we can add to our life tool kit to protect our brain from this damage!

10. How does generational trauma affect brain health?

On What Science Says podcast, our goal is to bring your attention to actionable items that are scientifically proven to improve your health and wellbeing. Together, we will discuss existing and emerging science about how our body works and how we can cooperate with it, with evidence-based methods from world experts and peer-reviewed publications. Mahshad Kolahdouzan, our host, is a neuroscience PhD candidate at the University of Toronto and The Hospital for Sick Children. She has extensive knowledge on the effects of nutrition on the brain and how chronic pain develops.