Eat to Prevent Memory Loss

Memory loss is embarrassing and creates a lot of fear in people. No one wants to suffer from dementia or loss of cognitive ability.
Memory loss is embarrassing and creates a lot of fear in people. No one wants to suffer from dementia or loss of cognitive ability.

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You can eat to support your brain health and reduce risk of memory loss.

Top 5 Foods for Brain Health

  1. Caviar: Contains a unique blend of Omega-3s, B vitamins, minerals, protein and antioxidants. If you don’t like caviar, eat fish daily. Flaxseeds and hemp seeds are good substitutes for vegans.
  2. Dark, leafy greens: Rich in disease-fighting nutrients and fiber.
  3. Berries: Contain antioxidants and have a low glycemic index.
  4. Extra virgin olive oil: Rich in Omega-3s, vitamin E and monosaturated fat.
  5. Water: Hydrates the brain so energy can be generated
Listen as Dr. Lisa Mosconi joins Dr. Susanne Bennett to discuss how nutrition contributes to brain health.

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Additional Info

  • Segment Number: 1
  • Audio File: wellness_for_life/wl342.mp3
  • Featured Speaker: Lisa Mosconi, PhD
  • Book Title: BRAIN FOOD: The Surprising Science of Eating for Cognitive Power
  • Guest Twitter Account: @dr_mosconi
  • Guest Bio: Dr. Lisa MosconiDr. Lisa Mosconi, PhD, INHC, is the Associate Director of the Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic at Weill Cornell Medical College (WCMC)/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, where she was recruited as an Associate Professor of Neuroscience in Neurology.

    Her book, BRAIN FOOD: The Surprising Science of Eating for Cognitive Power, goes on sale March 6th from Avery, an imprint of Penguin Random House.
  • Length (mins): 28:49
  • Waiver Received: Yes
  • Host: Susanne Bennett, DC