Welcome to Spring!
This issue of the Newsletter is about one simple action you can take to potentially decrease your risk of dementia.
There are several beneficial measures we can take to improve our memory–including my “Don’t Mess with Stress™” protocol of anti-inflammatory Diet, Stress Management including meditation and yoga, Exercise, and quality Sleep; as well as optimal blood pressure, lipids, and blood sugar, good hearing, and social connection, to name a few.
In addition, there are several supplements one can take to enhance brain function.
One supplement was recently shown in three studies from the COSMOS (COcoa Supplement and Multivitamin Outcomes Study) trials, to slow cognitive aging and improve memory.(1,2)
That supplement is a Multivitamin.
The multivitamin used in the trials was Centrum Silver with lutein and lycopene.
What This Means For Us:
✓ A daily multivitamin might help keep our memory sharp.
✓ Works for older adults: Benefits were seen in people who started in their 60s and 70s.
✓ Look for specific nutrients: The multivitamin used in the studies contained lutein and lycopene, which may have contributed to the benefits.
✓ Specific memory help: Improves “episodic memory” – remembering personal experiences and events – which often declines first with age.
✓ Part of your health plan: Best when combined with healthy diet, exercise, social activities, and mental stimulation.
I often recommend Pure Encapsulations brand, O.N.E. Multivitamin, which has Lutein and Lycopene, and also higher amounts of certain vitamins such as B12 and Folate, than the vitamin used in the studies.
I offer discounts on the Pure Encapsulations O.N.E. Multivitamin and other Supplements through my Online Store: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/drjillbaron.
Please Note: Before starting any new supplement, please speak with your healthcare provider, especially if you take medications or have health conditions.
I hope this issue of the Newsletter is helpful for you and that you have a healthy start to Spring!
With warm regards,
Dr. Jill
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