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Encore Episode: Eat To Prevent Memory Loss

From the Show: Wellness for Life
Summary: Memory loss is embarrassing and creates a lot of fear in people. No one wants to suffer from dementia or loss of cognitive ability.
Air Date: 2/5/21
Duration: 25:12
Host: Susanne Bennett, DC
Guest Bio: Dr. Lisa Mosconi, PhD, INHC
Dr. 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.
  • Book Title: BRAIN FOOD: The Surprising Science of Eating for Cognitive Power
  • Guest Twitter Account: @dr_mosconi
Encore Episode: 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.

But you can eat to support your brain health and reduce the 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.