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111: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 111
111: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 111
111: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 111
Friday 14th March 2025
Discover how nutrition impacts dementia with Kate Taylor. Learn practical tips for brain health and managing dementia through diet.
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Episode Overview
- Personalised nutrition plans are crucial for managing dementia.
- Incorporate brain-healthy foods like olive oil, blueberries, and vegetables.
- Consult qualified professionals for dietary advice.
- Consider socio-economic factors when making healthy food choices.
- Carers should prioritise self-care and movement.
If you met one person with dementia, you've met one person with dementia.
In this episode of The 'D' Word, host Pete Hill dives into the topic of nutrition and its impact on dementia with guest Kate Taylor, a nutritional therapist. Kate shares her journey into the field of nutrition, sparked by a documentary on chocolate production, and her passion for improving brain health through diet. She emphasises the importance of personalised nutrition plans, highlighting that what works for one person may not work for another.
This is especially crucial in the context of dementia, where each individual's symptoms and needs can vary widely. Kate and Pete discuss the challenges of promoting brain health in a world filled with conflicting dietary advice and the importance of consulting qualified professionals. They also touch on the role of socio-economic factors in accessing healthy food and how to make nutritious choices on a budget.
Kate offers practical tips for incorporating brain-healthy foods into your diet, such as olive oil, blueberries, and a variety of vegetables. She also addresses common misconceptions about the cost of healthy eating and the importance of considering overall lifestyle factors, including exercise and environmental influences.
The episode concludes with Kate providing valuable advice for both carers and those living with dementia, stressing the importance of self-care for carers and advocating for a diet rich in whole foods for those with dementia. If you're looking to understand how nutrition can play a role in managing and potentially preventing dementia, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice.