Top Foods for Brain Health, Mood and Memory

• Fatty fish: Omegas-3s and fatty acids. Most common sources are salmon and tuna.

• Dark chocolate: It has antioxidants and flavonoids and it’s a natural mood booster!

•  Berries: High in flavonoids and antioxidants, try strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and deep rich color berries.

• Nuts and seeds: Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin E and antioxidants. Try pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, almonds and hazelnuts.

• Whole grains: They offer vitamin E with brown rice, oatmeal and more.

• Coffee: A great antioxidant.

• Avocados: Unsaturated fats.

• Peanuts: They are a legume! They offer unsaturated fat and protein. They has resveratrol, a non-flavonoid antioxidant.

• Broccoli: May reduce oxidative stress, has vitamins C and K and has flavonoids. Also try brussel sprouts, bok choy, cauliflower, kale and cabbage.

• Eggs: Vitamins B-6, B-12, and folic acid.

BONUS: Turmeric, oranges and green tea for more health boosters!

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• Research is starting to prove that people can reduce their risk of cognitive decline by making key lifestyle changes. These changes include regular physical activity, staying socially engaged, and maintaining good heart health.
• Diets like DASH and the Mediterranean Diet emphasize low fat, low cholestral, low sodium. They also emphasize fruits, vegetables, nuts and grains. Eat fish and poultry 2 times a week and reduce your sugar including sugared beverages.
• Affinity Home Care helps by introducing physical therapy, occupational therapy and meal preparation and assistance with grocery shopping.

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1. Reduce frustrations
2. Be flexible
3. Focus on individualized care
4. Provide choices
5. Prevent falls
6. Involve the person
7. Reduce distractions
8. Provide simple instructions 
9. Limit naps
10. Take fire safety precautions

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1. Control your blood pressure
2. Keep your cholesterol & triglycerides levels under control
3. Stay at a healthy weight
4. Eat a healthy diet
5. Get a regular exercise
6. Limit alcohol
7. Don’t smoke
8. Manage stress
9. Manage diabetes
10. Make sure you get enough sleep

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