Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Lori La Bey

CAN ADVENTURE PREVENT DEMENTIA? Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Helena Popovic MD is an Australian family physician and 10-year care partner for her father who had both Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia. She has written two best-selling books about their adventure with dementia, and she teaches health professionals, people living with dementia, and their families about brain health and dementia prevention.  Dr. Popovic graduated from the University of Sydney, Australia, and her philosophy is that education is more powerful than medication. She believes anyone can boost their brain and grow bolder rather than older. Learn: Laughter Box Gratitude Box Shifting from doom and gloom to joy, hope and connections 12 factors to be aware of: Head Injury Alcohol High blood pressure – sugar raises blood pressure too! Smoking Low education Depression Type 2 diabetes Obesity – our waistline is more important than our weight Social isolation/loneliness Hearing loss Physical activity/movement Sleep 6 ½ hrs per day minimum Gum