#389: How Migraines, Mitochondria Dysfunction, and Modern Lifestyles Impact Brain Health and Aging With Elena Gross

Nov 21, 2025 · 1h 15m

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Today, I'm joined by the brilliant Dr. Elena Gross, a neuroscientist with an inspiring story and a relentless drive to solve the mysteries behind chronic migraines and brain health. Dr. Gross's personal journey—enduring twenty days of migraine each month and navigating countless failed treatments—led her from crawling through the pain to founding Brain Ritual, a company reimagining brain fuel for longevity. Episode Timestamps: Intro and offers ... 00:00:00 Elena Gross's journey from chronic migraines to neuroscience ... 00:46 Distinguishing migraines from headaches ... 08:13 Energy deficit in the brain and ketones as a solution ... 15:05 Mechanisms and benefits of ketones for brain health…