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Tommy Wood

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Dr. Tommy Wood's book Stimulated Mind releases March 24th in both written and audio formats
The book focuses on maintaining cognitive function through continued engagement in mental processes
Audio version is being recorded simultaneously with the written release for same-day availability
Wood emphasizes that maintaining brain function should be the norm when we engage in proper processes
The conversation suggests Stimulated Mind contains important information relevant to everyone's cognitive health
Human babies are born uniquely fat compared to other mammals to support brain development with DHA and ketones as preferred fuel sources
45-70% of dementia cases are preventable through lifestyle interventions according to the Lancet Commission on dementia prevention
Cooling newborns to 33.5°C (92.3°F) within hours of birth significantly reduces death and disability from brain injury

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February 6, 2026

PowerfulJRE

Tommy Wood

This brief conversation features Dr. Tommy Wood discussing his upcoming book Stimulated Mind, set for release on March 24th. Wood appears to be a researcher or clinician focused on...

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Dr. Tommy Wood — How to Future-Proof Your Brain from Dementia

Dr. Tommy Wood is an associate professor of pediatrics and neuroscience at the University of Washington, where his research focuses on brain health including therapies for newborn ...