There are benefits to doing art for people of all ages. For those of us in the second half of life, art can be a compelling option for engaging your mind, one of the four dimensions of brain health (http://www.beautiful-minds.com/four-dimensions-of-brain-health/the-mentally-engaged-mind) Whether you are a dedicated knitter, an experienced painter or a total newbie who has…
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Throw Out Your Resolutions
We are more than a month into the new year, so how are you doing with those resolutions? If you’re struggling to keep up with your 2015 goal, you’re not alone. “So many of us look to the start of a new year to make big changes,” says Elizabeth Somer, nutritionist and author of ‘Eat…
A Heart-Healthy Message from Santa and Mrs. Claus
Two of the most beloved holiday icons are leveraging their celebrity this season to bring attention to heart disease – the No. 1 cause of death in the U.S. Mrs. Claus is inviting American families to join her in making the same, heart-healthy lifestyle changes she and Santa are taking on this year to raise…
Eat Right: Food should make you feel good
Food is a big part of our lives. We celebrate with special meals, we connect with friends over lunch, we plan a week’s worth of dinners for our families. But at it’s root, food is fuel to help our bodies work. We need the energy, nutrients and vitamins food provides. “The foods we eat should…
Get Active: Move your body, support your brain health
A recent study at the University of Maryland made a connection between moderate physical activity and protecting your brain from Alzheimer’s disease. The study’s researchers suggest that physical activity can help slow age-related shrinking of the hippocampus. Regular exercise is one of the four pillars of brain health. Even 30 minutes a day can help…
New Year, New You: How to stay with your nutrition goals
If you’ve made a resolution to live a healthier life in 2014, congratulations! We all know how important exercise and healthy diets are, but it can be difficult to stick with them. A lifestyle change is often more effective than any single action. Why not use the four dimensions of brain health as your basis…
Supplements are important – even for celebrities
Did you know singer Katy Perry takes 26 vitamins and supplements every day? She must know how important taking a daily supplement can be to help fill in the nutritional gaps you may have in your diet. Registered dietitian Elizabeth Somer says most people would benefit from a well-chosen supplement. How do you know…
Good Reads for Brain Health
If you are looking for a new book this fall, check out a few suggestions below – these books are great reads, and the authors share tips to help improve brain health. “Grain Brain” by David Perlmutter, M.D. Renowned neurologist David Perlmutter, M.D., explains what happens when the brain encounters common ingredients found in…
The benefits of omega-3s for infants
A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition highlights the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, particularly DHA, for infants. Researchers found higher intakes of DHA during pregnancy were associated with longer gestation duration and birth size. DHA omega-3 is considered one of most important nutrients for babies, along with folic acid and…
Memory Tips from Dr. Fotuhi
As we get older, we all worry about memory loss and brain health. Neurologist Majid Fotuhi, M.D., Ph.D., recently provided several suggestions in an article on AARP.com to help keep your brain happy and healthy: Exercise your brain. Your brain is like other muscles in your body and in order to keep it toned, you have…
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