BRAIN BUZZ VIDEOS
Impactful and entertaining one-to-two-minute videos about how you can best protect your brain health.
Brain Buzz - Early Detection
Why does it take so long for most people to get an Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis? One of the reasons is a lack of diagnostic tests that can detect dementia in the early stages, before cognitive decline is evident. Having a way to accurately identify people who are showing early signs of the disease will also allow research into new, more effective treatments since damage to the brain at that stage may be minimal and perhaps treatable. Thankfully, research is starting to reveal potential early signs of the disease, an important first step in developing tests for early diagnosis or predicting risk of future dementia.
Brain Buzz - Drugs that May Cause Memory Loss
More forgetful lately? Many commonly prescribed drugs also can interfere with memory. Here are 10 of the top types of offenders.
Brain Buzz - Omegas
Not all Omegas are created equally! Omega-3 and Omega-6 sound similar, but these two essential fatty acids have unique roles and influences on our body and our brain and should be consumed in different proportions.
Spice Up Your Life
Spices and herbs can instantly change the flavour of the food you are eating. But they also have the incredible ability to change your brain as well.
(DON’T) CHEW THE FAT
Cholesterol is essential for your brain to function effectively, but it’s all about finding the right balance, and separating out the good from the bad types of fat.
EAT THE RAINBOW
Put your health first and eat a rainbow of foods. This can dramatically boost the antioxidant levels in your body to keep your body and brain healthy and young.
WRITE IT DOWN
There are many brain benefits to journaling. Writing down your feelings is a great way to analyze emotions rationally and objectively. It clears your mind and helps you process complex issues. A journal offers perpetual access to a free 24-hour therapist and encourages judgement-free self-expression.
COME FLY WITH ME
To avoid the negative effects of chronic stress and burnout, we need time to replenish and return to our pre-stress level of functioning. Vacations provide the necessary downtime to help put your mind at rest and replenish your brain.
ANIMAL ATTRACTION
The therapeutic value of our relationship with our pets is increasingly being recognized by researchers. Pets calm us down, boost our immunity, improve our heart health, keep us moving, and enhance our social life, all important aspects of keeping our brains healthy.
WHY DO WE HIDE DEMENTIA?
Research has demonstrated that, when it comes to medical concerns, the fear of developing Alzheimer’s (and other forms of dementia) exceeds the fear of every other type of health condition.
EVERY STEP YOU TAKE
Walking is potent mood medicine that enhances your thinking, sharpens your memory, and safeguards brain health. It’s one of the most simple and easiest forms of exercise – but the benefits are huge.
ON PURPOSE
Studies find people who are very purposeful and engaged in activities that are meaningful to them exercise their brains in different ways, making their whole brain stronger, and improving their cognition over time.
READ BETWEEN THE LINES
Reading not only keeps us informed about the world around us, but also provides intellectual stimulation and helps keep us mentally sharp.
RAY OF HOPE
Vitamin D deficiency has also been linked with diseases related to mental health and brain function, including depression, schizophrenia, cognitive impairment, and dementia. Are you getting enough to protect your brain health?
BEST BRAIN BOOSTS
Here's some of the "Best Brain Boosts" we've discovered to help women boost their brain health, providing a buffer against cognitive decline.
LAUGH OUT LOUD
Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection- fighting antibodies to help increase disease resistance. So go ahead, and laugh out loud!
UNDER PRESSURE
You're not alone if you're feeling stressed, worried, or under pressure. Here are some natural ways to de-stress
YOU’VE GOT TO HAVE FRIENDS
Your brain also needs friends to lean on! Loving relationships and close friends keep your brain strong. Interacting with others in meaningful ways provides a buffer against the harmful effects of stress on your brain, and guards against depression and isolation, both precursors to dementia.
STAY SHARP
Here are some tips to hone your memory skills. Aging doesn’t have to mean memory loss. Our brains are resilient and can adapt with proper training.
STROKE OF INSIGHT
While anyone can experience a stroke at any age, women experience more stroke events than men and are less likely to recover. “BE FAST” is a checklist of 6 items to keep in mind when assessing whether you might be experiencing a stroke.