Nutrition and Brain Health: How Diet Affects Dementia and Cognitive Decline

In this third episode of our "New Year, Stronger Mind & Body: January Wellness Series for Brain Health," Host Dawn Platt welcomes back National Director of Celebrations and Fitness Tamara Bowen to explore the powerful connection between nutrition and cognitive health. Discover why nearly 30% of adults over 65 face diabetes-related cognitive decline, learn simple hydration hacks that can reverse confusion in seniors, and hear inspiring stories of residents who transformed their lives through better eating habits. From "hydration stations" to brain-healthy meal planning tips you can start today, Tamara reveals how small dietary changes can fuel your body, sharpen your mind, and even help combat dementia. Plus, learn about exciting new research on blood sugar's impact on brain health that could change everything. Whether you're caring for a loved one or looking to protect your own cognitive future, this episode offers practical, doable strategies that prove it's never too late to eat your way to a stronger mind.