Join us as we welcome Trish Turo, MS, NBC-HWC, a national board-certified health and wellness coach, brain health educator, and researcher, to the Let's Talk Brain Health podcast.

In this episode, Trish shares her extensive experience in brain health coaching, highlighting the interconnectedness of mind and body.

She discusses the role of brain health coaching in promoting healthy lifestyle changes, preventing cognitive decline, and enhancing overall well-being.

Learn how personalized coaching plans can transform your brain health and discover the importance of small, joy-filled steps in achieving lasting change.

Tune in for valuable insights and practical tips to prioritize your cognitive well-being.

0:00 Introduction to Trish Turo, MS, NBC-HWC

01:00 Trish's Personal and Professional Background

01:29 Understanding Brain Health Coaching

03:25 The Role and Impact of Brain Health Coaches

06:47 Personalized Brain Health Coaching

17:48 Success Stories and Future of Brain Health Coaching

23:26 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

Resources:

• Connect with Trish on LinkedIn and Instagram (@CoachTrish)

• Check out her book- “A Kids Book About Healthy Habit” on Amazon

  Learn more about how "Nature Supports Our Optimal Brain Health" with our ⁠previous podcast conversation⁠ with Dr. Melissa Sundermann, DO

In this episode, we welcome Magda Kaczmarska, a dance artist, neuropharmacology researcher, and executive director of Dance Stream Projects, a nonprofit that promotes brain health through dance.

Magda shares her journey from neuropharmacology to dance, exploring the overlap between systematic scientific research and artistic expression.

She highlights the benefits of dance for brain health, including its impact on vascular and cognitive functions, mood improvement, and empathy enhancement.

Magda also discusses her innovative dance programs for older adults and people living with dementia, emphasizing the therapeutic value and social connections formed through movement.

Join us as Magda enlightens us on how dance can serve as a powerful tool for lifelong brain health and well-being.

00:00 Introduction to Magda Kaczmarska, MFA

01:13 The Intersection of Dance and Neuroscience

04:36 Mental, Physical, and Social Benefits of Dance

05:50 Dance and Brain Health Research

12:35 Creative Aging Programs for Older Adults

13:31 The Importance of Facilitating Dance Safely

14:44 Stories in the Moment: A Dance Program for Dementia

21:57 Personal Reflections and Success Stories

24:49 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Resources:

• To further explore how dance can benefit your brain health, connect with Magda and her nonprofit Dance Stream Projects.

• Explore Magda’s article “Valuing embodiment: insights from dance practice among people living with dementia” online here.

• Connect with Madga on LinkedIn to continue the conversation.

Join us as we welcome back Maggie Moon, an award-winning brain health nutritional specialist and the author of 'The Mind Diet, Second Edition.'

In this episode of 'Let's Talk Brain Health,' Maggie discusses her latest research and the updates included in her new book that launched on December 3, 2024!

Discover how the MIND diet—a blend of the Mediterranean diet and DASH diet—can reduce the risk of neurodegenerative disease and enhance brain function.

Learn about Maggie's efforts to adapt the MIND diet for diverse cultural backgrounds, such as the Korean diet, and how nostalgia for certain foods can impact our dietary choices.

Tune in to get practical tips, MIND diet food swaps, and easy-to-follow strategies to incorporate brain-healthy habits into your daily life.

Don't miss Maggie's insights on building a resilient brain through nutrition.

00:00 Introduction to Maggie Moon and Her Work

01:03 Recent Activities and New Book Announcement

02:25 Understanding the MIND Diet

04:57 Adapting the MIND Diet to Different Cultures

08:54 The Science of Food Nostalgia

14:39 Practical Tips for Adopting the MIND Diet

16:12 New Recipes and Ingredient Accessibility

20:20 Building a Resilient Brain with the MIND Diet

27:09 Rapid Fire: Food Swaps and Snack Ideas

29:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Resources:

• Learn more about Maggie’s work on her website

• Listen to Maggie’s initial conversation with us on the MIND Diet in Episode 16

• Receive MIND Diet meals and tips directly in your inbox- email sign-up.

  Explore Maggie's new book “The MIND Diet: 2nd Edition: A Scientific Approach to Enhancing Brain Function and Helping Prevent Alzheimer's and Dementia”