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Jan 11 2017

6 Foods Seniors Should Eat for a Sharp Mind

Elderly Care in John’s Creek GA

Memory loss is a common part of aging, but does not necessarily have to be. There are several things your loved one can do, or eat to keep their mind sharp and memory strong. The key to findingElderly-Care-in-John’s-Creek-GA food that will keep the brain healthy is to eat foods that contain high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, and other foods that are high in compounds.

The following nutrients can help improve the brain function of older adults, but an elderly care provider can be hired to assist with the preparation of these items.

Memory-Boosting Foods

  1. Walnuts:  Several studies have been conducted to find out just how effective this nut is for the brain. In a 2010 study from the International Conference of Alzheimer’s Disease, mice with this disease had a noticeable boost in their memory, motor coordination, and learning skills after eating walnuts. It contains high levels of antioxidants that can prevent damage from being done to the brain cell’s DNA as a result of free radicals.
  2. Carrots: This vegetable has high amounts of the compound luteolin, which can lower changes to the brain and memory loss. Olive oil, celery, and peppers are excellent sources of luteolin.
  3. Berries: Mixed berries are filled with antioxidants and vitamins that will improve the memory of seniors. A 2010 study in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry discovered that nine adults who began to show problems with their memory had an improvement in their ability to recall information and learn after taking daily supplements of wild blueberry juice for 12 weeks.
  4. Fish: If your elderly loved one’s diet is lacking omega-3 fatty acid, then eating plenty of fish is exactly what they need. It is rich in this nutrient and has been proven to slow down the cognitive decline that is a normal part of aging. Fish is also high in vitamin B12, which can help reduce the senior’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.
  5. Caffeinated beverages: While some people may think coffee can be dangerous to our health, other researchers agree that it can actually be beneficial. Caffeinated coffee and tea can help energize us in the morning, while also improving our cognitive decline and risk of Alzheimer’s disease. A study was conducted in 2010 by the Journal for Alzheimer’s disease in which caffeine was given to mice with Alzheimer’s disease. The progression of the disease had slowed down tremendously in these mice.
  6. Spinach: Spinach is loaded in vitamin E and C, which has been proven to help improve the cognitive skills of elders.

Encourage your loved one to eat more of these foods and beverages for the sake of their brain’s health.

 

If you or an aging family member are considering elderly care in John’s Creek, GA, please contact the caring staff at Caring Companions of Atlanta 470-514-5954.

We provide quality non-medical services to our clients in their homes or in a facility if that’s where they live. Our staff is available for care plans for extensive care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week or as little as 4 hours per visit. Reach out to us, and one of our outstanding administrative staff will meet with potential clients to assist them and their families in designing an effective, personal plan of care.

 

Source:  http://www.livescience.com/35320-best-foods-brain-health.html

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