GUT PUNCHED: ALZHEIMER’S & CAREGIVERS
GutPunched: Alzheimer’s and Caregivers – Episode 61
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The Nose Knows: Smell test for Dementia; Dieting Can Be Helpful in Middle age to lower dementia risk, & Hurricane Season Preparedness for Dementia Caregivers
In this episode, host Jeff Edwards brings a powerful mix of information and compassion to caregivers facing the challenges of Alzheimer’s.
This week’s episode dives into three key topics:
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The Nose Knows: How a simple smell test may help detect early dementia.
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Food for Thought: The impact of improving your diet in middle age to help lower dementia risk.
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Storm Season Preparedness: Hurricane readiness tips specifically tailored for dementia caregivers—practical, essential, and potentially lifesaving.
As always, Jeff reminds listeners of the four foundational rules of caregiving—prioritizing self-care, asking for help, using your support lists, and creating a reliable help signal to ease transitions for your loved one.
Whether you’re deep in the caregiving trenches or preparing for the road ahead, this episode delivers practical insights, a touch of humor, and heartfelt encouragement to keep going.
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