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Walnuts and Blueberries? Could they really reverse dementia?By Dr. Macie Smith

ASK DR. MACIEWow! Is it true that

changing your diet to include walnuts and blueberries can reverse dementia? Well, not exactly. While dementia is not the diagnosis, it is a group of behaviors that are displayed as a result of a condition imped-ing cognitive functioning, one’s mental capacity. There are more than 100 causes of dementia; let’s explore a few of them.

Dementia, again, is a group of symptoms that are exhibited due to a cognitive impairment that can be caused by a host of conditions. There are progressive and revers-ible causes of dementia. Let’s explore the progressives, first. The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s dis-ease; which is an irreversible brain disease that tends to affect the short-term memory early on in the disease process. Then, there is Vascular demen-tia that is brought on by having

several mini strokes or TIAs. Next, there is Lewy Body Dementia and Frontal Tempo-ral Dementia; each of which is progressive and irreversible.

Now, let’s move on to the reversible or “pseudo” types/causes of dementia. Dementia can be caused by conditions that can be treated, such as:• Urinary Tract Infections• Vitamin Deficiencies• Insomnia• Diabetes• Thyroid concerns• Depression• Substance abuse/use• Medication side-effects

All the conditions listed above can be treated; thereby, considered treatable causes of dementia.

So, if you notice signs of dementia in you or a loved one, always consider the treat-able, first. Rule out all areas that can be addressed that could contribute to the lack of optimal brain functioning. Once all treatable causes of dementia are addressed, you

might find that the condition improves because the symp-toms that were displayed were caused by treatable conditions, such as the ones listed above. Once all treatable conditions have been ruled out, then you’ll want to take the neces-sary steps to obtain a reason-able diagnosis.

Although there is no treat-ment or cure for most progres-sive types of dementia, we do know that preserving a healthy brain with proper diet, exer-cise, not smoking, and appro-priately managing stress may reduce your risk of develop-ing chronic illnesses, includ-ing progressive and reversible dementias. The Mediterranean diet is the meal plan I tend to follow closely as it is also an anti-inflammatory meal plan. Of course, what’s good for me, may not be good for you. So, I encourage you to talk with your physician and/or nutri-tionist about a meal plan that works for you.

For more information

about Dementia, consider ordering my guidebook “A Dementia Caregiver’s Guide to Care: Frequently Asked Questions” from Amazon.com.

For more information on how to preserve a healthy brain and properly manage stress, consider attending my upcoming Compassion Fatigue Retreat Conference that is being held on Novem-ber 22, 2019 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Seawell’s Catering & Conference Center in Colum-bia, SC. Tickets are available for this conference at www.carolinaboxoffice.com.

If you have questions about healthy aging or avail-able resources, feel free to send in your questions to info@dtconsultant.org. Or, contact us directly at 803.814.6721; our team of trained Social Workers and Dementia Spe-cialists at Diversified Train-ing Consultants Group can help. Tune in to ONPOINT on WACH FOX 57 every 2nd

Sunday to catch Ask Dr. Macie live.Dr. Macie Smith

The year 2019 has proven to be a very exciting year for the South Carolina Primary Health Care Association (SCPHCA). Not only is the organization represented more prominently on the health care circuit by having its CEO seated as the Board Chair of a national health care organization, but it will celebrate its 40th year in business with an Anniversary Gala on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center located at 1101 Lincoln Street, Columbia, SC 29201.

Held in conjunction with the Annual Conference, the Gala will commence with a cocktail reception at 6:00 pm followed by dinner/program at 7:00 pm. Musical entertainment following the program will be provided by Ste and the Ear Candy Band while reception and dinner

SC Primary Health Care Association to celebrate

40th Anniversary

music will be provided by Mr. David Glymph.

“Collectively, South Carolina health centers have greatly shortened the disparity between health care supply and demand in our state. At the birth of the SCPHCA, there were only six health centers. Today, there are 23 health

Lantram J. WoodardCEO of the SCPHCA

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