Social-Ize Your Health Podcast (™)
I just love a health and wellness story! I hope you do too. The whole idea of changing one’s life, healthily, truly resonates with me. As such, good health is to be shared, and if you are not there yet, it won’t be long before, as you join us on ‘Social-Ize Your Health.
Social-Ize Your Health is a monthly, Jamaica-based health and wellness podcast, exploring practical, science-informed topics related to everyday health, nutrition, fitness, skincare, and overall wellbeing. We will also provide you with the opportunity to share your health and wellness stories and a whole lot more! So, you can go healthy like you mean it!
Join me, Dr. Shelly Ann (not medically), a Researcher, Educator, Certified Nutrition Coach, and most importantly, a Health and Wellness Nut, as I explore the mentioned topics with you and have other candid conversations surrounding health and overall wellbeing. Just like that!
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Update: 🌿 Exciting news! The podcast episodes are now coming to you weekly, while still keeping the seasonal theme you love. I hope you’ll enjoy these bite-sized, healthful insights as we continue to Social-Ize our health together.
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Social-Ize Your Health Podcast (™)
Is Your Lifestyle Quietly Damaging Your Brain?
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When we think about protecting our health, we often focus on our heart, blood pressure, blood sugar, or weight. But how often do we think about our brain?
The truth is that brain health is influenced by many of the same lifestyle habits that affect the rest of the body.
In this episode, we explore the fascinating connection between lifestyle and brain function. We discuss what brain health really means, the factors that may contribute to cognitive decline, and practical ways to support memory, focus, learning, and overall brain wellbeing throughout life.
Key Takeaway:
While aging is inevitable, growing evidence suggests that many aspects of brain health may be influenced by the choices we make every day.
***You can find the full list of researched references and further readings below.
Main Discussion Points
- What does brain health actually mean?
- Why cognitive health matters long before old age
- Lifestyle factors that can affect brain health
- Practical ways to support your brain, especially as you age.
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- You’re Sleeping…But Are You Resting?
- Sleepmaxxing – Optimizing Sleep Like a Hacker
- Is Loneliness a Health Risk?
- Ultra-Processed Foods: How Much is Too Much?
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Resources/Freebies:
1. Helpful Blog Posts/Videos:
- Top 5 Foods for Memory and Brain Health
- Exercise and Mental Health: Is There a Positive Link?
- Longevity Habits from the World’s Blue Zones
- The Mediterranean Diet
2. Almonds and Olivez Wellness Blog
Reflection Question:
If your daily habits could either protect or harm your brain over the next decade, what is one habit you would change starting today?
References and Further Readings
- Dukelow, T., et al. (2023). Modifiable risk factors for dementia, and awareness of brain health behaviors. Frontiers in Psychology, 13.
- Féart, C., et al. (2009). Adherence to a Mediterranean diet, cognitive decline, and risk of dementia. JAMA, 302(6).
- Jiang, X., et al. (2017). Increased consumption of fruit and vegetables is related to a reduced risk of cognitive impairment and dementia: Meta-analysis. Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, 9.
- Khalil MH. The Impact of Walking on BDNF as a Biomarker of Neuroplasticity: A Systematic Review. Brain Sci. 2025 Feb 27;15(3):254.
- Raichle ME, Gusnard DA. Appraising the brain's energy budget. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2002 Aug 6;99(16):10237-9.
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