Fountain Hills Pediatrics & Internal Medicine and Esthetique MediSpa |
Greetings!
This month we will focus on memory loss and sleep issues. Memory loss can be devastating. Leading a person to lose their independence and enjoyment with their loved ones. Here are some tips to keep your mind sharp and get a good night's sleep! |
1. Exercise directly benefits brain cells by increasing blood and oxygen flow in the brain.
2. Diet that emphasizes vegetables, fruits and fat-free or low-fat dairy products; includes whole grains, fish, poultry, beans, seeds, nuts, and vegetable oils; and limits sodium, sweets, sugary beverages, and red meats.
3. There appears to be a strong link between future risk of Alzheimer's and serious head trauma, especially when injury involves loss of consciousness. You can help reduce your risk of Alzheimer's by protecting your head.
- Wear a seat belt
- Use a helmet when participating in sports
- "Fall-proof" your home.
4. Psychoactive sedative medications like ambien, xanax, valium, klonipin, ativan have been linked to poor health outcomes for older people, including cognitive decline, falls and general "fogginess".
references: http://www.alz.org/ |
Thank you for reading our newsletter, please let us know if there are topics of interest that we can share with our readers.
Sincerely,
Jyoti Patel M.D.F.A.A.P.F.A.C.P. |