Brain Teasers (Dementia)
The most common cause of dementia.
What is Alzheimer's?
This is often underdiagnosed and untreated due to stigma.
What are mental health issues?
A hormone produced by the pancreas that helps glucose enter cells to be used for energy.
What is insulin?
Early or late sign of dementia:
Impaired ability to walk or eat.
What is late sign of dementia?
Do this to catch problems early!
What are regular check-ups and screenings?
Recent memory loss, difficulty with regular tasks, poor judgment, misplacing items, and mood and behavior changes.
What are the early warning signs of dementia?
Keep this below 120/80 to protect your heart.
What is blood pressure?
Shakiness, sweating, headache, blurred vision, confusion, or difficulty concentrating.
What is hypoglycemia?
Hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia:
Dry mouth, blurry vision, headache, nausea.
Blood glucose is ABOVE 180 mg/dL.
What is hyperglycemia?
This increases blood flow to the brain and helps stimulate the growth of new brain cells.
What is regular exercise?
This activity can help you stay mentally active.
What is reading or doing puzzles?
This catches early signs of diabetes
(Hint: You can do this at home.)
What is blood sugar monitoring?
What is hyperglycemia?
Type 1 or 2 diabetes:
Develops due to insulin resistance and impaired insulin secretion.
What is Type 2 diabetes?
Do this to keep your kidneys and bladder functioning properly.
What is speak slowly/calmly or approach from the front?
This is recommended starting at age 45 or earlier if you are at higher risk.
What is colon cancer screening?
This type is primarily autoimmune, so risk factors are less controllable.
What is type 1 diabetes?
Alzheimer's or Vascular Dementia:
This is the most common cause of dementia. It is a progressive and irreversible brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking.
What is Alzheimer's?
Limit this as it can irritate the bladder.
What is caffeine and alcohol?
What is a good sleep (7-8 hrs)?
Urgency, painful urination, blood in urine, fever, fatigue, and pain.
What are UTI symptoms in men?
This type develops due to insulin resistance and impaired insulin secretion.
What is Type 2 diabetes?
Modifiable or non-modifiable risk factors:
Physical inactivity, obesity, smoking, lack of sleep, diet, and high cholesterol.
What are modifiable risk factors?
This type of diet (fruits, veggies, fish, and olive oil; limit red meat and sweets) can reduce dementia risk by 45%.
What is the Mediterranean diet?