June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month and it’s a fantastic time for seniors and their families to focus on brain health. In-Home Care that involves brain games and activities is a good thing for all seniors. But diet is also important. If your senior loved one has been diagnosed with a progressive disease that affects the brain like Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s what they eat could have an impact on the progression of the dementia they have. And if your senior loved one doesn’t have dementia eating brain-boosting foods can help them lower their risk of developing it. According to doctors the best foods for seniors to eat to boost brain health include:
Turmeric
Turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory that can help reduce inflammation in the body. In studies, turmeric was shown to have an impact on brain health. It can help repair damaged connections in the brain that may speed up the progression of dementia. Turmeric is a potent spice but it can be taken as a medicinal supplement or used in cooking. An excellent way for seniors to take turmeric is to have a drink called Golden Milk which is milk mixed with turmeric, cinnamon, and other spices. Honey can be added for sweetness. It’s a very soothing healthy drink that can also help seniors sleep.
Fish Oil Or Flaxseed Oil
Doctors have been talking about the benefits of fish oil for years, and it’s widely accepted that fish oil can have a dramatic impact on brain health. Eating salmon or other fatty fish several times is a great way to seniors to get fish oil in their diets. But, supplements of fish oil can be taken too. If your senior loved one is sensitive to fish oil or doesn’t like the fishy taste that fish oil can have they may be able to substitute natural flaxseed oil for fish oil. Flaxseed oil has similar properties.
Avocados
Avocados aren’t just for Millennials. They are really nutritional powerhouses packed with vitamins and minerals. They are also a fantastic source of the healthy fat that human bodies need to function properly. Eating avocados regularly can help lower cholesterol, prevent heart disease, and boost brain health. Avocados are great when they are added to a salad, spread on a wrap like a dressing, or used as a topping on Mexican food. If your senior loved one isn’t that familiar with avocados or has trouble cutting and scooping them a care provider that provides senior home care can help your senior loved one with preparing and cooking meals.
Spinach
Almost all leafy green vegetables are very healthy for seniors. But spinach in particular has significant brain benefits. Spinach can be added to lots of dishes to add some nutrients and it’s great when added to smoothies because of the healthy boost it gives. But one of the most delicious ways to eat spinach is fresh with other salad greens and toppings like tomatoes and cucumbers.
If you or an aging loved one is considering In-Home Care in Royal Oak, MI, please contact the caring staff at New Century Home Health Care today. (248) 398-9600
Sources:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-10-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-turmeric
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