Sentences with phrase «promotion of brain health»

Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimers disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

IL About Youtuber The Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter strives to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

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Omega 3's in Flax, Fish, and Walnuts: Any kind of fatty fish (such as tuna, albacore, herring, etc.) contains an abundant amount of omega 3 fatty acids which provide a host of health benefits including the protection and promotion of brain cells and tissue.

As a student of health promotion, I know there are redundant systems in our bodies that promote artery function (think optimal heart, brain, and...

Analogous to the case of vitamin D, a nutrient for which the 400 IU RDI, although capable of preventing rickets, has been proven inadequate for this pro-hormone's numerous other functions in the body, the iodine RDI for adults of 150 mcg / day (220 mcg / day for pregnant women), while sufficient to prevent goiter (and cretinism), is inadequate for the promotion of optimal fetal brain development or optimal health in adults.

The most important effects of properly balanced progesterone in women include reduction of mood swings, improvement of brain functioning, (especially memory and thought development processes), maintenance of vascular and cardiovascular health, lower risk of endometrial cancer, increased strength and resilience of bones to help reduce risk of osteoporosis, reduced risk of gallbladder disease and promotion of a healthy digestive tract, a healthier immune system and better conversion of stored fat into energy — and, yes, better sleep.

ECD programmes can take many forms, including promotion of good health and nutrition, support for safe and stimulating environments, protection from risks such as violence or abandonment, parenting support and early learning experiences, media, preschools and community groups.4 Poverty is the key underlying cause of poor child development; children living in poverty are exposed to many negative influences, including poor physical environments, inadequate nutrition, parental stress and insufficient cognitive stimulation.5 Undernutrition can influence brain development directly by affecting brain structure and function, or indirectly via poor physical or motor development, in addition to other pathways.6 — 8 Exposure to multiple co-occurring risks most likely contributes to greater disparities in developmental trajectories among children with differential exposure.9 — 12 This paper focuses on associations between specific aspects of children's physical environments — access to improved water and sanitation (W&S)-- and childhood development as measured by performance on a test of receptive language.