June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month and the Alzheimer's Association needs your help to uncover the truth about Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Everyone who has a brain is at risk to develop Alzheimer's, a fatal disease that is often misunderstood. During the month of June, you can help by raising awareness and taking action.
The Alzheimer's Association, Vermont Chapter challenges YOU to give $10 in support of the 10 Ways to Love Your Brain.
Pick 1 and give $10!
- BREAK A SWEAT Engage in regular cardiovascular exercise that elevates heart rate and increases blood flow.
- HIT THE BOOKS Formal education will help reduce the risk of cognitive decline or dementia. Take a class!
- BUTT OUT Smoking increases rick of cognitive decline. Quitting can reduce risk to levels comparable to non-smokers.
- FOLLOW YOUR HEART Risk factors for cardiovascular disease and stroke - obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes - negatively impact your cognitive health.
- HEADS UP! Wear a seat belt and use a helmet when playing contact sports or riding a bike.
- FUEL UP RIGHT Eat a balanced diet higher in vegetables and fruit.
- CATCH SOME ZZZ'S Not enough sleep may result in problems with memory and thinking.
- TAKE CARE OF YOUR MENTAL HEALTH Some studies link depression with cognitive decline. Seek help with depression, anxiety or stress.
- BUDDY UP Staying socially engaged may support brain health. Volunteer or share activities with friends and family.
- STUMP YOURSELF Challenge your mind. Build a piece of furniture. Play games of strategy, like bridge.
Now that you've selected one way to love your brain, challenge a friend to join you! It's never too late or too early to incorporate healthy habits.
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