Nutrition
Slowed digestion, metabolism or changes in taste or smell
What are normal bodily changes?
Taking more medications than necessary
What is polypharmacy?
Maintain independence and improve quality of life
What are reasons brain health is important?
Fractures, head injuries, mobility loss
What are consequences of falls?
High blood pressure, stomach and digestive issues, sleep disturbances
What are consequences of chronic stress?
Low-fat or fat-free options
What are healthy alternatives?
Keep this on your fridge or with you listing your medications
What is a list of your medications?
What are signs of decline in brain processing?
Vision problems, lower body weakness, medication side effects
What are risk factors for falls?
Family dynamics, health status, social media, politics, finances
What are examples of stressors?
Protein, calcium and vitamin D, fiber, and vitamin B12
What are essential nutrients?
Dangerous side effects or drug interactions
What are consequences of polypharmacy?
Age, poor nutrition, smoking and substance use, genetics and social isolation
What are risk factors for poor brain health?
Walkers, nonskid socks, staying active
What are ways to prevent falls?
Mediation, physical activity, social involvement, rest and having fun
What are ways to de-stress?
Calories, fat, sodium, cholesterol, carbohydrates
What are items in a nutrition label?
This device helps your organize your pills for the week
What is a pill organizer?
Heart disease, diabetes, COPD
What are conditions that affect brain health?
Remain calm, call for help, find a good place to sit and rest
What are things to do if you have a fall?
Setting healthy limits and saying "no" when you need to
What is setting boundaries?
Budget restrictions, immobility, isolation and inactivity
What are barriers to good nutrition?
Medication name, dosage, frequency, reason for taking, prescribing doctor
What are items you should include in your medication list?
What are ways to promote brain health?
Remove rugs and electrical cords, get nightlights, install grab bars
What are safety checks to do in your home?
What are reasons to contact your provider?