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Brain Health 13 Nov, 2018

Why is brain health important?

Even before you leave the womb, your brain works throughout your life to control your body’s functions and helps you understand and interact with the world around you. Maintaining a healthy brain will help your mind stay clear and active, so that you can continue to work, rest and play. The importance of heart health …

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Brain Health / Carer Tips 1 Nov, 2018

Exercise for elderly and mobility-impaired people

So many magazines, TV programmes and newspapers tell us that physical activity is vital for our health and wellbeing. The problem is that disease, disability and dementia can make it difficult to exercise. However, you can live an active life without jogging or going to the gym. Why is exercise important? Regular exercise can protect …

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Brain Health / Conditions / Dementia 1 Oct, 2018

Brain health food – effect of diet on dementia

The food we eat is more than just fuel, it’s essential for the healthy function of our hearts, our bodies and our brains – so what is brain food? The Greek philosopher Hippocrates said ‘let food be our medicine’ and modern medical research is proving him right. There’s increasing awareness that the development of vascular …

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Brain Health / Conditions / Dementia 19 Sep, 2018

Omega-3 and brain health

Your grandparents probably swore by the health benefits of cod liver oil. A spoonful a day was the dietary supplement of choice for centuries. And it’s no old wives’ tale, fish oils are rich in omega-3, a micronutrient that can have incredible effects on your physical, mental and emotional health and can help you stay …

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Brain Health 6 Sep, 2018

Does our brain health vary with the seasons?

Dr Jamie Wilson, founder of hometouch:A study published in the Public Library of Science (PLOS medicine) covering more than 3000 people across the United States, Canada and France examined people’s cognitive function across the different seasons, and found that people with dementia were more cognitively alert in summer and autumn. These findings are consistent with …

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Brain Health / Carer Tips 17 Oct, 2016

8 Elderly Nutrition Tips

It’s easy to pay attention to the obvious signs of ageing – frailty, memory problems, mobility issues leading to trips and falls. Less obvious but equally important is nutrition, and it can sometimes be the last thing we think of. Especially given that 5.4 million people in the UK are unpaid caregivers – often a …

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Brain Health / Carer Tips 5 Oct, 2016

Sleep problems in the elderly

Too little rest can increase risk of disease, depression and dementia. Sleep problems in the elderly As we get older, sleep problems become more pronounced. It’s common to discover that your Mum or Dad aren’t sleeping well, and too little rest can increase their risk of disease, depression and dementia. Sleep is not just a chance to rest …

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Brain Health 16 Sep, 2015

9 Good Ways To Stay Healthy in Old Age

Diet, vitamins, exercise and pre-emptive safety measures; here’s how to live a happier, healthier, longer life in your own home. Ageing is a natural part of life, and no matter how long we try and ward it off, it comes for us all. However, the mental and physical decline we often associate with old age …

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Brain Health / Conditions / Dementia 8 May, 2014

How to recognise cognitive impairment in a loved one

You can recognise cognitive impairment in a loved one by paying attention to their ability to recall names, carry out simple tasks, and keep track of their belongings. As time goes by you may face the role of looking after your parents as they age. One problem that can cause particular concern is worsening memory leading …

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