Nutrition for Brain Health: Fighting Dementia, Second Edition

Dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, is characterized by cognitive decline and decreased brain function. Recent scientific studies have investigated the role of nutrition in dementia and have suggested nutritional changes for those at risk for dementia. This book discusses nutritional interventions that promote brain health to decrease the risk of developing dementia and slow the progression of the disease following diagnosis.
This new edition discusses a broad range of lifestyle choices that can influence cognitive function, including exercise, proper nutrition, sleep and stress reduction, and staying mentally and socially active. Checklists include:
oCleveland Clinic pillars of brain health
oMeeting health goals
oBrain health dos and don'ts
The book also has a special focus on brain-healthy diets, including MIND, which combines two popular and healthy diets, DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) and the Mediterranean diet, with a specific focus on food and drink choices that promote healthy cognitive function. Checklists include:
oPopular diets
oCommon diet goals
oPotential barriers to starting a successful diet
oSigns of fad diets
oMIND diet facts
If you or your loved one is at risk for developing dementia, following the guidelines presented in this book can help you maintain your brain health and fight the onset of dementia. If you or your loved one has already been diagnosed with dementia, this book will provide insights into nutritional changes that may slow the progression of the disease. It also presents tips for helping your loved one with severe dementia maintain adequate nutrition when eating becomes difficult.

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