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Make Healthy Food Choices

Introduction

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Healthy eating can reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. But did you know that these conditions also increase your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease?

Healthy food choices not only improve your general health, in the long-term nutritious food helps maintain brain function and slows memory decline.

Learning Objectives

When you have completed this session, you will be able to:

  • Describe the benefits of healthy eating in reducing risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and maintaining quality of life when you have Alzheimer's disease.
  • Identify healthy food choices to reduce risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and maintaining quality of life when you have Alzheimer's disease.
  • Identify strategies to make healthier food choices a part of your daily routine.

Session 6 includes the following parts:

Part 1: Choose a Healthy Lifestyle

Part 2: Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide

Part 3: Using Canada's Food Guide

Part 4: Smart Choices Checklist

Part 5: Tips for Making Healthy Food Choices

Part 6: My Food Journal

Part 7: My Personal Action Plan

Session Summary

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Summary

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Congratulations!  You've successfully completed Session 6.

In this session you explored the benefits of healthy eating in reducing risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and maintaining quality of life when you have Alzheimer's disease.

You also identified strategies and tips to help you improve your daily healthy food choices - in order to promote good health!

Next Steps

If you have further questions about any of the topics or ideas introduced in this session, you may scroll to the Search bar at the top of the page and type a specific question or topic.

To continue your learning experience, move ahead to Session 7 where we'll explore the importance of taking care of your general health with this mantra in mind - 'what is good for your heart is good for your brain!'

The Alzheimer Society in your community can provide educational resources to help you learn more about the disease and brain health. Contact your local Alzheimer Society today.

Note: This online education program provides guidance but it is not intended to replace the advice of a health care professional.  Consult your health care provider today if you have questions or concerns about your memory or your brain health.