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Brain Fit Now! Introduction
The document discusses factors affecting brain health, including age, genetics, and lifestyle, emphasizing the impact of chronic illnesses on overall health in the U.S. It highlights the prevalence of chronic diseases and their significant contribution to mortality rates. Additionally, it underscores the importance of functional fitness and social interdependence for maintaining well-being in older age.
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- 1. Piecing Together Your BrainHealth BrainFitNow.Com Judi Bonilla
- 2. What effects brainhealth • Age • Hereditary • Medical History • Lifestyle • Resources BrainFitNow.Com Judi Bonilla
- 3. Aging & PhysicalLimitations BrainFitNow.Com Judi Bonilla
- 4. Health Management • In2005, 133 million Americans – almost 1 out of every 2 adults – had at least one chronic illness. • 7 out of 10 deaths among Americans each year are from chronic diseases. • Heart disease, cancer and stroke account for more than 50% of all deaths each year. BrainFitNow.Com Judi Bonilla
- 5. How important isfitness? Functional Fitness The ability to perform normal daily activities around the house or at work, without undue fatigue. BrainFitNow.Com Judi Bonilla
- 6. How important isfitness? •Driving •WalkingWalking • Standing • Sitting • Stooping, bending, or kneeling • Reaching • Grasping • Lifting or carrying BrainFitNow.Com Judi Bonilla
- 7. Interdependence Well Being inOlder Age •Mentally •Physically •Socially BrainFitNow.Com Judi Bonilla
- 8. Interdependent Living •Aging inCommunity of Choice •Active in hobbies & interests •Connected to community •Physically active BrainFitNow.Com Judi Bonilla
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Editor's Notes
- #3 Alzheimer’s driven Over 65+ Over 85+ Longer life span
- #4 What we know about aging
- #6 How important are these activities to you? How often do you use them?
- #7 How important are these activities to you? How often do you use them?
- #8 Successful aging Driving - focus, flexibility
- #9 Successful aging Driving - focus, flexibility
- #10 Alzheimer’s driven Over 65+ Over 85+ Longer life span