Brain Health is the New Heart Health: What Everyone Needs to Know About Dementia Prevention

Brain Health is the New Heart Health: What Everyone Needs to Know About Dementia Prevention

What if protecting your brain health was just as important as protecting your heart? In recognition of Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, we’re revisiting an insightful conversation with host Dawn Platt, where she reveals why dementia isn’t an inevitable part of aging — and what you can do right now to help build your brain’s natural defense system. Discover the surprising lifestyle habits that can strengthen your cognitive reserve at any age, learn to spot the crucial difference between normal forgetfulness and early warning signs, and understand why experts are saying "what's good for the heart is good for the brain." Whether you're concerned about your own cognitive future or supporting a loved one, Dawn shares practical, science-backed strategies that could make all the difference.

Is It Truly Dementia? The Importance of Consulting with a Neurologist

We're revisiting a must-listen episode where host Dawn Platt and Board Certified Neurologist and Clinical Neurophysiologist Dr. Michelle Boudreau discuss an important question many individuals and families face: when is it time to see a neurologist for memory concerns? Together, they explore the role neurologists play in identifying and evaluating cognitive changes, discuss the latest advancements in dementia medications, and examine the challenges surrounding the growing number of dementia cases. Whether you're navigating memory concerns yourself, supporting a loved one, or looking to better understand brain health, this episode offers expert insight and valuable guidance.

The Science of SMARTfit: How Dual-Task Training Is Transforming Cognitive Fitness

What if the key to protecting your brain isn't just exercise — but how you move and think at the same time? In this fascinating episode of The Disappearing Mind, host Dawn Platt welcomes SMARTfit CEO and cognitive fitness innovator Cathi Lamberti for a conversation that challenges everything we thought we knew about brain health. From cognitive reserve and dementia prevention to the surprising power of dual-task training, Cathi reveals how intentional brain-body engagement may help strengthen the mind, support cognitive function, and improve quality of life at any age. If you're searching for hope, practical strategies, and cutting-edge insights into cognitive wellness, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

Movement Isn't Optional: It's Your Best Anti-Aging Investment

Could one simple change help you or a loved one stay stronger, safer, and more independent with age? In this popular episode, host Dawn Platt welcomes back Dr. Brittany Tallhamer, a physical and occupational therapist who has witnessed firsthand how movement can transform lives at any age or stage of dementia. Dr. Tallhamer reveals the shocking truth about what happens when we stop moving, shares an inspiring recovery story that shocked caregivers, and provides practical exercises that support balance, brain health, and everyday confidence. Whether you're managing arthritis, supporting a loved one living with Alzheimer's or dementia, or simply want to maintain your wellness as you age, this episode delivers practical strategies you can start today — no gym required. Tune in to learn why we don't lose mobility because we age; we age faster because we stop moving. To hear more from Dr. Tallhamer on this topic, listen to “Brain Health in Motion: Dr. Tallhamer on Movement Therapy [https://thedisappearingmind.com/the-disappearing-mind-podcast/episode-library/interview-with-dr.-tallhamer-boosting-brain-health-and-movement-therapy].”

Top 10 Ways to Build and Preserve Cognitive Reserve

Can you really build a stronger, more resilient brain as you age? In recognition of Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, host Dawn Platt explores the science of cognitive reserve — the brain’s ability to adapt, compensate, and stay strong despite aging or neurological changes. Discover 10 research-backed strategies to support brain health, reduce dementia risk, and boost cognitive resilience through everyday habits like exercise, sleep, nutrition, social connection, and lifelong learning. If you’re looking for practical ways to protect your memory and sharpen your mind, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.