In today’s episode, we introduce Jennifer Ventrelle, a renowned expert in cognitive health and lifestyle habits. With over two decades of experience in clinical nutrition, physical activity, and mindfulness-based interventions, Jennifer’s work has a profound impact on preventing cognitive decline. She’s been a key player in MIND Diet and leading the U.S. POINTER study, largest clinical trial exploring the connection between lifestyle and cognitive health. Join us as we discover how Jennifer’s expertise can empower you to make informed choices for a healthier mind and body.

Jennifer Ventrelle, author of The Official MIND Diet, integrates over 20 years of experience in nutrition, physical activity, and mindfulness-based programs to help people lose weight, manage stress, and reduce risk for dementia. She is a registered dietitian and fitness trainer certified in adult weight management and qualified through the UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness to teach Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. At Rush University Medical Center, Jennifer worked closely with the late Dr. Martha Clare Morris, the creator of the MIND diet, and now co-directs the U.S. POINTER Study lifestyle interventions, putting her at the forefront of the largest initiatives exploring the impact of lifestyle on preservation of brain health and cognition in the U.S.

“So, beta amyloid plaques and tau tangles are the two most prominent markers associated with Alzheimer's disease. So essentially what the group did is they figured out the foods that were most closely associated with healthier brains, and that would be dark green leafy vegetables, a lot of colorful other vegetables.”

Question of the Day - What is the one big takeaway or message that you got regarding the impact of lifestyle habits on cognitive health?

On This Episode You Will Learn:
- What is the MIND Diet? + Impact on Cognitive Health
- Key Findings and Insights from the U. S. Pointer Study
- Factors Influencing Cognitive Health + Prevention of Conditions (Alzheimer's disease)
- Science of Mindfulness Practices Benefiting Cognitive Health & Well-Being
- Personalizing Your Lifestyle & Nutrition

Keynotes:
[01:20] Background and Journey
[04:39] What is The Mind Diet?
[08:11] U.S. Pointer Study
[10:07] Factors Influencing Cognitive Health + Prevention of Conditions (Alzheimer's disease)
[13:43] Science of Mindfulness Practices Benefiting Cognitive Health & Well-Being
[18:46] Personalizing Your Lifestyle & Nutrition
[23:16] Impact & Success Stories
[26:05] Future of Research & Interventions in Cognitive Health & Lifestyle Habits
[27:39] Connect with Jennifer Ventrelle
[29:01] Ending w/ Shireen
[29:13] Question of the Day

Connect with Jennifer Ventrelle!

The Official MIND Diet Website - http://www.theofficialminddiet.com
CHOICE Nutrition and Wellness Website - http://www.choicenutritionandwellness...
The Official MIND Diet Instagram -   / theofficialminddiet  
The Official MIND Diet Facebook -   / theofficialminddiet  
LinkedIn -   / jennifer-ventrelle-915a488  
The Official MIND Diet: A Scientifically Based Program to Lose Weight and Prevent Alzheimer's Disease - https://a.co/d/7Au17sN
Neuroscience-Based Stress Management - https://www.mastermindmeditate.com/NBSM
MIND Diet 6-Week Program - https://forms.gle/pqophQpSue8fYmMN6

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