I want to reiterate the purpose of this blog. It is to be provide support and information to persons who are providing care for someone with dementia. It is written with the express purpose from and for the perspective of the caregiver.
One of the main needs of the caregiver, which serves both the caregiver and the person with the terminal illness, is self care. In a recent JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association) article it states that we can reduce our own risk for dementia by 35-44% through eating the Mediterranean-style diet and engaging in high physical activity. It is important for us to be at our best to be good to ourselves and to be good caretakers. Exercise that is fun and plant-based diets that include omega-3-rich fish and healthy oils can support the health of our brains and our overall physical health. (JAMA)
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