Sudoku and crossword puzzles often are touted as beneficial to cognitive health. And these games and others can provide mental engagement and enjoyment, as well as build mastery and competence. But they are not a standalone solution to better brain health. Puzzles are, well, just one part of the brain health puzzle. Brain training, in which the games and puzzles increase in … [Read more...] about Beyond Sudoku: What Keeps Your Brain Healthy Over Time
BRAIN HEALTH
Lifestyle Changes to Lower Your Risk of Dementia
Do you silently worry that you'll develop dementia? Perhaps you have a family history of cognitive decline or worry that any age-related memory changes you're already experiencing will get worse. If so, you're not alone. As we age, especially if we have a family history of dementia, many of us worry that it will be our future, too. But reality is more nuanced than … [Read more...] about Lifestyle Changes to Lower Your Risk of Dementia
Dementia is Not a Normal Part of Aging
Dementia is not a normal part of aging. But it's a common misconception that it is inevitable. Lose the keys again? Forget someone's name? Have trouble recalling a word? You can relax, experts say. These incidents might simply be a normal part of age-related memory loss, not dementia. A recent report released for World Alzheimer's Day indicated that 80 percent of … [Read more...] about Dementia is Not a Normal Part of Aging
Why I Became a Bredesen ReCODE Coach
Recently I trained as a Bredesen ReCODE Coach, adding to my professional knowledge base and credentials as I look to help anyone concerned about their brain health. But my desire to prevent and reverse cognitive decline goes beyond a professional achievement. It's deeply personal, too. About five years ago, someone close to me received a diagnosis that no one wants to hear: … [Read more...] about Why I Became a Bredesen ReCODE Coach
Women and Alzheimer’s: Did You Know?
Of every three people in the United States living with Alzheimer's, two are women. And, even factoring in women's longer lifespans, they're twice as likely as men to develop the disease. But a recent poll indicated that many women don't know about their elevated risk, nor what they can do to reduce it. It's time to shift that. Studies show that brain changes quietly start to … [Read more...] about Women and Alzheimer’s: Did You Know?